Resist: One Girl's Fight Back Against the Nazis by Tom Palmer - Ages 9-12 - Paperback

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781800901063
Publisher: Barrington Stoke
Age Range: 9-12 years

Overview:
Resist: One Girl's Fight Back Against the Nazis is a powerful piece of accessible historical fiction from award-winning author Tom Palmer, inspired by the real childhood of Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn. Set in Nazi-occupied Netherlands during the Second World War, it follows teenager Edda as she risks everything to support the Dutch resistance. Published by dyslexia specialist Barrington Stoke under their Conkers list, it is written in short, clear chapters ideal for confident and reluctant readers aged 9-12.

About the Book:
Life under German occupation is fraught with hunger, fear and daily danger, and Edda's world is upended when her uncle is murdered and her brother is captured. Determined not to stand by, Edda joins the Dutch resistance, distributing secret newsletters and helping hide Allied airmen stranded behind enemy lines. Tom Palmer tells Edda's story with directness and tension, never shying away from the realities of occupation while keeping the narrative age-appropriate. Illustrated by Tom Clohosy Cole, the book brings wartime Velp, near Arnhem, vividly to life. Remarkably, Edda van Heemstra, the courageous girl at the heart of the book, grew up to become Audrey Hepburn, the Hollywood star and lifelong UNICEF ambassador. As a Barrington Stoke title, the book uses a clear typeface and tinted paper, so its interest level suits readers well beyond the reading age required, and it is widely used in schools studying WWII and the Dutch resistance.

Key Benefits:

• Gripping, accessible historical fiction bringing the Dutch resistance and WWII occupation vividly to life.
• Written by multi-award-winning children's author Tom Palmer, a specialist in historical fiction.
• Published by Barrington Stoke, meaning shorter chapters and dyslexia-friendly typesetting for reluctant readers.
• Based on the real wartime childhood of Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn - a fascinating hook for young readers.
• Ideal for supporting Key Stage 2/3 topics on WWII, resistance movements and occupied Europe.
• Perfect as a gift for children aged 9-12 who enjoy courage-led, true-story-inspired adventure.

About the Author:
Tom Palmer is a multi-award-winning British author of children's books blending history, sport and adventure. A reluctant reader himself as a child, he writes extensively for Barrington Stoke, with titles including After the War, Armistice Runner, D-Day Dog and Arctic Star, several nominated for the Carnegie Medal. He also writes the Roy of the Rovers series and works internationally to promote reading in schools. Illustrations for Resist are by Tom Clohosy Cole, known for his atmospheric, historically evocative artwork.

Why You'll Love This Book:
A tense, moving story of courage under occupation, made unforgettable by its true-life link to Audrey Hepburn. Short, accessible chapters make it a brilliant choice for reluctant readers and WWII enthusiasts aged 9-12.

Please Note: Cover shown may vary slightly; this is the current UK edition with UK ISBN 9781800901063.