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Shadow on the Mountain

Margi Preus
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Shadow on the Mountain

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

Book Brief

Margi Preus

Shadow on the Mountain

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norway • 1940s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Shadow on the Mountain by Margi Preus follows 14-year-old Espen and his sister Ingrid as they navigate life in Norway under Nazi occupation. Espen joins the Resistance, undertaking dangerous missions while dealing with friends who may be collaborators. His journey from a courier to a spy involves escalating risks, culminating in a perilous escape to Sweden. The story is inspired by the real-life experiences of teenager Erling Storrusten. The book addresses themes of war, occupation, and Nazi ideology.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Inspirational

Mysterious

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

2,644 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Shadow on the Mountain by Margi Preus receives praise for its engaging depiction of WWII-era Norway, well-researched historical context, and compelling characters. However, some critics note a slower pacing and predictability in the plot. This historical novel succeeds in immersing readers while occasionally faltering in narrative momentum.

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Who Should Read Shadow on the Mountain?

Readers who enjoy Shadow on the Mountain by Margi Preus are typically middle-grade to young adult enthusiasts of historical fiction. Fans of Lois Lowry's Number the Stars or John Boyne's The Boy in the Striped Pajamas will appreciate the thrilling World War II resistance narrative and the compelling young protagonist's bravery.

4.2

2,644 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norway • 1940s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

730L

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