Over grensen The Crossing
Stand-alone Children's books #
Autumn 1942. Four children are heading for the Swedish border. For two of them it’s a matter of life and death. Sarah and Daniel are Jewish, and soon to be deported by the Nazis. For a long time, they’ve managed to stay hidden in a basement. But when their parents get arrested, they decide to run. Now, they have to walk many, many miles through the woods before they can reach freedom. Fortunately, they meet people who might be willing to help them along the way. But who can they really trust?
The Crossing is a captivating story about courage, trust and friendship.
Reviews
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“Despite the difficult subject matter – war, persecution, and betrayal – the author has succeeded in creating a wonderful children’s book with four incredibly vivid and authentic children who each grow, in their own way, through their life-threatening mission.”
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“Maja Lunde fills a gap in the Norwegian childrens literature. She tells an important war story for children with speed and clear language.”
- Author
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Maja Lunde
- Published
- 2020
- Genre
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- Children’s
- Pages
- 165
- Reading material
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Norwegian edition
- Rights sold
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Norway, Gyldendal
Spain, Nocturna Ediciones
Sweden, Natur & Kultur
- Film rights sold
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Maipo Film
