
In 'Code Name Verity', author Elizabeth Wein weaves a compelling story set during World War II, focusing on the friendship between two young women, Maddie and Julie, who find themselves involved in espionage and war efforts. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of the two protagonists, revealing a tale of bravery, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of unimaginable circumstances. Through cryptic accounts, unexpected plot twists, and heartbreaking decisions, the story unfolds to showcase the depth of the characters' friendship and the challenges they overcome during the war.
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The book includes content warnings for themes of torture, violence, and psychological distress as it deals with the harsh realities of war.
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When a Scottish spy named Queenie is seized by the Nazi SS, she is certain she will be killed. The Nazis torture her and tell her that if she wishes to stay alive, she must disclose top-secret information and explain the purpose of her mission. Queenie agrees to do so and is given paper and pen to write down her story.
Clever Queenie then tells the tale of how she became involved in the war and how she came to be best friends with a gifted pilot named Maddie. She describes in great detail her relationship with Maddie, the workings of the British war effort, and the story behind her mission. Her writing is so vivid and enthralling that even the SS officer in charge becomes wrapped up in her intricate tale. By the story's climactic end, the confession Queenie has constructed falls brilliantly into place. But is it enough to save her life?
This gripping story is a first-rate mystery and a riveting spy novel wound into one, but ultimately it's also a triumphant tale that celebrates the unique power of female friendship.
2013 Printz Honor Book
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4 comment(s)
this book is everything
2.5
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I’m sorry. I know a lot of people really loved this but I struggled to get through it. I eventually did after shelving it twice. I found it long-winded and tedious. I kept trying to make myself read it and like it. It took me over a month but I read it.
That’s about all I’ve got.
The story starts with a confession by a captured British spy, Verity. She and her friend Maddie were on a war mission and their plane gets crashed. Varity is captured and Maddie is left behind.
Varity tortured by Germans tells the secrets of British missions, but Germans doesn't much believe her. She tells the story of Maddie, her childhood as hers to the Germans to conceal her identity.
Maddie, on the other side is set to rescue her friend from Germans.
The book is mostly about two ladies who are utterly different and their loyal friendship to each other. The sections are narrated as the sequence of present , past and present.
Very lovely book which holds you even if the first section confuses a little bit,where as second section makes it all clear.
Confusing in the beginning. I couldn't get attached to the characters. Sad story but my own emotions were vacant the whole time
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