The Postwoman

Based on the True Story of Andree De Jongh

by Michael Kenneth Smith

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Pub Date Feb 07 2018 | Archive Date May 09 2018

Historical Fiction

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“A worthy addition to WWII resistance literature.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The Postwoman is a satisfying and inspiring World War II account of heroism against enormous odds.”—Foreword Clairon Reviews

In 1940, Andrée “Dedee” de Jongh, a twenty-four-year-old Belgian nurse, is horrified by her country’s quick surrender to Nazi Germany. Every week she observes Germans inspecting the infirmary for injured Allied soldiers to ship off to work camps. Every day she witnesses new atrocities in the streets, such as Jewish countrymen being brutally beaten.

Outraged at the injustice, Dedee devises a strategy with her father to aid in the resistance effort against the Germans. They hatch a plan to help downed Royal Air Force fliers escape Belgium and France and return to England, where they can rejoin the fight. It’s a dangerous endeavor and guaranteed death sentence if they’re caught, but Dedee is determined to do her part to defeat the enemy.

Over time, the secret organization becomes one of the most successful wartime escape lines, saving more than eight hundred Allied fliers. Dedee manages to outwit the Nazis for a time, but with German soldiers hunting for the group and its leaders at every turn, will she be able to escape with her life?

Based on true events, The Postwoman recounts the gripping story of one woman’s courageous actions and sacrifices in the face of great peril.

“A worthy addition to WWII resistance literature.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The Postwoman is a satisfying and inspiring World War II account of heroism against enormous odds.”—Foreword Clairon Reviews

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A Note From the Publisher

MICHAEL KENNETH SMITH is an historian and author. His two previous books, Scarred and Home Again, focus on the Civil War. The former is being made into a screenplay by Academy Award nominee Tom Musca. Smith trained as a mechanical engineer and began a successful auto parts business in the 1980's. He sold his business in 2000 and retired. Since then, he spent time fishing, golfing, cooking, and playing bridge. He's become an oenophile, socialized, and even edited a local newspaper. Throughout his journey, Mike had one thing that always came easy to him; telling stories. And so, in 2013, Mike decided to share his stories with the world.

MICHAEL KENNETH SMITH is an historian and author. His two previous books, Scarred and Home Again, focus on the Civil War. The former is being made into a screenplay by Academy Award nominee Tom...

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Kay G, Reviewer

This was a fascinating work of historical fiction about Andree de Jongh and her work in the Resistance during WWII. She worked tirelessly and at great danger to herself to return downed English pilots to their home so that they could return to action.

This book would be wonderful for those interested in the inner workings of the Resistance, as well as those wishing to know more of the evil that was Nazi Germany. I’m glad I read it.

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Cristie U, Book Trade Professional

This book is fiction that is based on actual events. Dedee was a real person and this book summarized her work as part of the resistance during World War II. The author was able to add fictionalized characters to the book without ruining the historical accuracy of the events. Very well-written and enjoyable!