It’s the inclusion of so many women, though, that makes this story unique. It’s always good to be reminded that by no means did men have a monopoly on grace under fire during the world’s greatest conflagration.”—Nicholas Mancusi, Daily Beast“Cate Lineberry has written a touching, thrilling, completely engrossing story of great courage under harrowing circumstances. This is a World War II story that few people have ever heard but, after reading this book, no one will forget.”—Candice Millard, author of The River of Doubt and Destiny of the Republic“American nurses and medics, trapped behind enemy lines, hungry and haggard, dodging Nazis, hope dimming as winter gains strength. In Cate Lineberry’s gifted hands, the true story of The Secret Rescue is a gripping and suspenseful tale, alive with rich details that carry readers along every step of this remarkable journey.”—Mitchell Zuckoff, author of Lost in Shangri-La and Frozen in Time“Cate Lineberry has unearthed a little-known episode of World War II that has all the elements of a classic escape adventure.
