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This epic tale extends across generations and
unfolds against the backdrop of a dangerous Cold War Berlin. This historically accurate, action-packed,
three-books-in-one edition features three generations of resourceful teens
living in the shadow of the Berlin Wall.
Candy
Bombers: In spring 1948, teenage cousins Erich and
Katarina are simply trying to survive in war-ravaged Berlin when the Soviets
blockade the east side of the city, isolating its citizens—and starving
them—behind the Iron Curtain.
Beetle
Bunker: In August 1961, Sabine discovers a forgotten
underground bunker. Though she first
uses it to escape her crowded home, she soon realizes her hideout could
possibly take her family under the wall to West Berlin and freedom!
Smuggler’s
Treasure: In spring 1989, life is good in West Germany,
and even the Cold War seems to be thawing in the warmer weather. But as Liesl works on a class project about
the history of the wall, she stumbles onto a startling secret no one will talk
about.
Review
Growing up, I read a lot of Robert Elmer’s books
for young readers. The “Young
Underground” and “Adventures Down Under” were two of my favourite series. They were fast-paced and always filled with
exciting adventures and mysteries. The
perfect type of novels for a pre-teen with a vivid imagination!
While the “Life Behind the Wall” trilogy was just a
smidgen less as thrilling as previous stories of Mr. Elmer’s, it otherwise made
for a very good read. Each story was as unique
and fascinating as the characters. Erich
was a bit of a daredevil, Sabine had a lot
of spunk, and Liesl’s stubbornness was admirable. They were each incredibly likeable and I loved getting to know them.
In all, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this series to
young readers – and even older ones looking for an easy, entertaining read.
Thomas Nelson provided me a free copy of this book in exchange for my review which I freely give.
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