Nesmith Library

A cool and lonely courage, the untold story of sister spies in Occupied France, Susan Ottaway

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages [303]-314) and index

contains biographical information

illustrations

index present

non fiction

A cool and lonely courage

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Susan Ottaway

the untold story of sister spies in Occupied France

Eileen Nearne and her sister Jacqueline were agents for the Special Operations Executive during the Second World War, working undercover in Nazi-occupied France to send crucial intelligence to the Allies. But the war dealt these sisters a cruel hand. While Jacqueline narrowly evaded capture, Eileen was arrested and tortured by the Gestapo before being incarcerated in Ravensbruck concentration camp. She was only 23. Now, for the first time, the truth about these fiercely patriotic women is told in full, their unwavering courage at great personal cost paid tribute to at last

Exile -- Secrets and lies -- A shaky start -- Escape -- Broken promises -- Betrayal -- Buckmaster passes the buck -- Coming home -- Monumental errors -- An uncomfortable journey -- The deadly discovery -- A bad decision -- A brilliant actress -- Torture -- Didi vanishes -- The end of the line -- Lost opportunity -- The getaway -- A narrow escape -- Allies or enemies? -- Thoughtless demands -- Adventures, problems, and losses -- The ultimate secret agent