Lines of Courage

Written by Jennifer A. Nielsen

Narrated by Jodie Harris

Jennifer A. Nielsen, award-winning author of A Night Divided and Rescue, artfully weaves together the stories of five kids livingthrough World War I, each of whom holds the key to the others' futures... if they are lucky -- and brave -- enough to find eachother.

World War I stretches its cruel fingers across Europe, where five young people, each from different backgrounds and nations, facethe terror of battle, the deprivations of hunger, and all the awful challenges of war.Felix, from Austria-Hungary, longs for the bravery to resist Jewish deportations before his own family can be taken.Kara, from Britain, dreams of someday earning her Red Cross pin and working as a nurse -- or even a doctor.Juliette, of France, hopes her family can remain knitted together, despite her father's imprisonment, as the war's longest battlestretches on and on.Elsa, from Germany, hopes her homing pigeon might one day bring her a friend from out of the chaos.And Dimitri, of Russia, wants only to survive the front, where he's been sent with no weapon.None of them will find exactly what they want. But the winds of fate may cross their paths to give each of them just what theyneed. And in this remarkable exploration of World War I by critically acclaimed author Jennifer A. Nielsen, they will discover thatfriendship and courage can light the way through the most frightening of nights.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Scholastic
• Release date: May 17, 2022
• ISBN: 9781338801248

Reviews for Lines of Courage

[Amy Webster · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I knew very little about WW1. The author explored the different sides of this complex war, the consequences that carry on to present day. The story was woven together by five teens and it was interesting to see the connections between them.

[Becky Baumgartner · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent storytelling that hones in on courage to do the right thing, even when it involves someone who should be the enemy.

[Ann Curtis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a wonderful, beautifully written book! I loved every moment of it and learned of a war that not many speak of. Thank you Jennifer!

[Ebony · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was amazing and I loved the way it showcased different points of view that all connected to each other.

[Brian Cosby · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Is chock-full of suspense! The tight, wind, climaxes, and the deep desire drama are definitely there in every sentence!

[RV · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Jennifer Neilson is one of my all time favorite authors. In this amazing book, she weaves her great writing into a truly stunning masterpiece that portrays World War I. Five different characters grow up during this war and changing with it in an amazing way. Finally, near the end, Neilson concludes this story in a wonderful way that ties everything together in a perfect bow!

(Written by a 14 year old)

[Mindy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Another great book from Jenn Nielsen! The way everyone connects is a bit far fetched (& Garanov is almost a bit clownish) but it makes sense for a YA/children’s book. The story is more compelling, watching the chain reaction of each characters choices. Great read!