The Jossing Affair
By J L Oakley
The Jossing Affair
A historical
thriller about a time in Norway that tested every aspect and emotion
of human nature, it's The Jossing Affair. Despite the dire
circumstances of this time, the story of the World War II Nazi
occupation of Norway. This fictional spy story is steeped in the true
and fascinating historical facts of that period. The touching stories
of these characters will hold you spellbound.
To be a Jossing, a
patriot, could be a deadly cause in Norway at that time in history.
The author skillfully paints the picture of what life was like at
that time, not only the dangers but also glimpses into how human
nature tries desperately to find optimism, and also to make life
better. It's a portrait of the fight to breath freedom. One dedicated
spy assigned on his mission is ever vigilant against the unexpected
on his tasks. Despite his cautious nature, he surprises himself by
falling in love with a beautiful German widow who has a mysterious
tie to his past. Love during war time is its own minefield. Everyone
has innocent secrets, but during war time keeping secrets becomes a
necessity in order to survive and people live in distrust of each
other. Love cannot bloom without trust. Can these characters truly
let down their own barriers and trust each other enough to give their
love a chance? And in a world where life is so cruelly snuffed out,
do they want to let down their guard enough to care that much about
another person again?
The courage of people during the
cruelest of times is humbling. Hopeful optimism can come from
unexpected moments of kindness. After struggling to go on and finding
no help from the town's people, the widowed, single mother Anna is
overcome by the kindness of a moment. “Anna's face crumpled. She
turned her face away trying to get a grip on herself. Just one small
gesture of friendliness . . . she cleared her throat, and brushed
back a telltale tear.” The author is talented at showing such
everyday gestures in a way that surfaces the touching emotion hidden
below the surface.
Author
Janet Oakley writes historical fiction that spans the mid-19th
century to WW II with inspiring characters standing up for what's
right, and timeless examples of the courage of individuals in
different periods and places. Her writing has been recognized with
several prestigious awards. Visit her website at
https://www.jloakleyauthor.com/
to see her many impressive books, including mystery novellas set in
Hawaii. When not writing, she enjoys outdoor activities and
demonstrates 19th-century folkways in schools and at San Juan Island
National Park.
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