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Lizzie and the Guernsey Gang Paperback – April 21, 2018

by April W Gardner (Author)
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Children's Christian Historical Fiction with educational appendix. Ages 7-12. Ideal for homeschoolers.

In the shadows of the Nazi occupation, four Guernsey children plot a path to freedom.

Lizzie Browning loves her tiny, island-home of Guernsey. It's quaint and peaceful, but when Germans drop bombs on her beautiful beach, the island becomes a prison. For months, the big war in Europe has been nothing more than stories in the paper, but as the enemy marches in, those dreadful stories become her own.

For Lizzie, younger brother Andre, and Cousin James, the time to escape is now, and they know just how to do it. Phillip Seifert, the odd boy from down the street, has all the makings of a genuine Nazi-lover. Lizzie knows better than to trust him, but somehow, he manages to worm his way into James's favor. With Hitler Youth menacing them, Lizzie can do little more than pray that Phillip doesn't get them all shot.

Soon though, Lizzie learns her prayers aren't always answered the way she expects. God might actually plan for them to live under Nazi rule...forever.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    225 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    5 x 0.57 x 8 inches
  5. Publication date
    April 21, 2018
  6. ISBN-10
    1945831138
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1945831133
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"This is a wonderful novel for children in upper elementary grades. The historical background is fascinating and presented in a child-friendly format. Refreshingly, the children are realistically flawed and enterprising, while remaining obedient and respectful."~Sarah Sundin, author of ten WWII-era novels

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Did you know that Lizzie really exists? She does! Not everything Lizzie experienced really happened, but the little girl who lived on Guernsey in 1940 when the Germans invaded is a real-live person. She's one of my dear friends, too. Her name is Ruth Davies, and I'd love for you to meet her, her island, and the war she experienced. You can do so in this book's Extras. 

Besides a fantastic story adventure, you'll get these additional features in LIZZIE AND THE GUERNSEY GANG. Great for homeschoolers!

Meet the Real Lizzie Map Novel Photographs About the AuthorNote from the Author Q&A with Ruth About Guernsey French Quand Les Allemands Vinrent (a sample of Guernsey French as compared to Modern French and English)Guernsey, Then and Now Discussion Questions Transcript of Ruth's Memories

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Big Spring Press (April 21, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 225 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1945831138
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1945831133
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.57 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 22 ratings

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APRIL W GARDNER writes history with a Christian perspective and a little imagination. She is a copyeditor, non-traditional college student, and mother of two who lives in Texas. She writes Christian historical romance with a focus on our Southeastern Native Tribes. In no particular order, April dreams of owning a horse, learning a third language, and visiting all the national parks.

April loves to hear from her readers at info@aprilgardner.com

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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2012
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Lizzie and the Guernsey Gang is an amazing book. It's a great story about friendship and love between children who live on an island called Guernsey, but also an eye-opening tale based on a real person. The author's descriptions of Germans taking over the island is seen through the eyes of a nine-year-old named Lizzie. I definitely felt what she was feeling as the island was bombed and Nazi's infiltrated their once-peaceful island. Not knowing anything about the island before reading this book, it prompted me to search for more information about. I'm definitely looking forward to the sequel :)
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Joyce Bock
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for all to read.
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2015
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I do not think April Gardner could write a bad book. This book should be made into a movie like "The Book Thief". This is excellent reading for children and adults and I cannot wait for the follow up story. Based on truth and written in reality. Every student in a Christian school should have this book for required reading...it would not hurt in the public school system either.
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Lorra S
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Lizzie and the Guernsey Gang! I plan on having my middle schooler read it when we study WWII. I was impressed with Lizzie’s honesty as she worked through struggles with different circumstances and characters throughout the story . I appreciated the suspense and mystery of the book. Looking forward to reading Book 2!
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Peter
1.0 out of 5 stars Great story but read with a very odd accent.
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2014
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Deffinate not British, or American. I am a Brit living in America so I am used to both of those accents. This one was odd and I could not place the country or region but I deffinately think that Karen is not the best fit for this book!
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Rebecca Maney
4.0 out of 5 stars What a Great Children's Book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2018
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"The Germans are coming. The Germans are coming. The Germans are coming!"

The Germans have arrived on the tiny island of Guernsey. Tucked unobtrusively between France and England, Guernsey provides the Germans with the perfect stepping stone for Hitler's advances during World War II. Many have fled the island, but Lizzie Browning's family decided to remain. Sadly, everything is different, and nothing is the same. Curfews and suspicions abound, but it's the barbed wire between Lizzy and her beloved Coco Bay beach, that breaks her heart in two.

Lizzy and her younger brother Andre have their cousin James as a constant companion, but when the slightly odd Philip Seifert begs to join them, Lizzie has a difficult time trusting their neighbor. Strange things are happening on Guernsey, and even though her father constantly reminds Lizzie that God will never leave or forsake her family, sometimes she "felt like the loneliest girl in the world".

Such a lovely childlike perspective of history, and although the book is considered fiction, it's written with input from a woman who lived the story when she was just nine years old.
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Elvis McQueen
5.0 out of 5 stars war and faith and family
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2012
This is an engaging children's adventure set on the British Channel Islands during World War II. As a teacher, I delight in finding a well-written book that allows today's child to experience another time and place from the viewpoint of an age-peer and to see history as stories about people "just like me". Essential to a child's enjoyment are both fun and spunky characters and a plot full of action and adventure. LIZZIE AND THE GUERNSEY GANG meets these requirements.

We are introduced to Lizzie and her cousin James, who are both nine years old, and little brother, Andre, who is six. They tease and race and giggle just like any other children, enjoying the sun and the sand. When their parents choose to not send them away when the school children are evacuated, they feel they were left out of a great adventure. Then the Nazis arrive, and the children rapidly shift from frolicking on the beach to running in terror away from the Nazi planes and the horrible sound of bombing. The reader will feel himself crouching at the base of the sea wall with Lizzie, James and Andre, feel the concussions of the bombing, and smell the smoke. By page 11, any child will be "hooked" and anxious to read what happens next.

The terror of war and the loss of a sense of security in their previously safe home are realistically presented. The reader vicariously experiences the tension of learning to live with occupiers through Lizzie's eyes and emotions: "Uncertainty and terror threatened to choke me. I picked up my pace, desperate to be home." "Dad would say God promised to never leave us or forsake us, but right then, I felt like the loneliest girl in the world." " I didn't know what to say. I wasn't hurt, but something inside me sizzled. Anger...and determination." "It bothered me down deep, where feelings such as fear and joy, love, hate, and guilt live and grow."

So much has changed in Lizzie's world-scary Germans, nasty teacher, worry for her own safety and that of her family; Lizzie just wants to have things return to normal. What are her parents doing, sneaking around at night and looking nervous and uptight when the Germans talk of punishing saboteurs? How can Father pray for his enemies? How can they get off the island and escape everything that terrorizes her? Yet, through all the uncertainty and anxiety, Lizzie's parents' strength, integrity and faith lovingly support her.

Lessons on judging someone unfairly based on his "strangeness" and outward appearance are poignantly presented as well as the peace found in trust and reliance on God even in dark times. Any public school teacher should be aware of the Christian message of the book and be sensitive in recommending it. I couldn't help wishing the children in the story were a few years older so the book would be accepted by 4th and 5th-graders; but this way Lizzie and the others can "grow up" as the series progresses. This book is a satisfying and entertaining work of historical fiction and an inspirational depiction of the ways God works all things, and people, for His good. Highly recommended.

I received a review copy of this book from the author, but the opinions are solely mine,
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L.D.H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Cannot wait for book 2!!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2012
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Wow! I didn't want to start reading this book until I was finished with the class that I was taking, because I knew I would have to finish it and wouldn't focus on my school work...and I was right! Lol! I read a couple chapters while in the class and I just didn't want to stop, but knew I had to! FINALLY..class is over and I couldnt wait to finish it! Just finished it last night and I love it! I cannot wait for the second book to come out! What I liked about it the most is that I know the woman's life it is based on. She is remarkable and I look forward to getting to know her better! I am a non-fiction reader, but like a little adventure also. I love that I enjoyed it as much as my daughter will! Looking forward to reading the next 4 years of lil Lizzie's life!
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Fran Torode
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 17, 2018
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It was a bit heavy on the God stuff for my liking but I still enjoyed the writing and will read any sequels.
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Ordered all these books recommended by amazon all direct to kindle after checking the reviews. Cool.
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