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#WhatNornsReads – THE WEHR WOLF: A SHORT STORY Reviews From Our Book Club

February 1, 2023April 15, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Short Stories & Quick Reads, WWII

A blog series featured on https://jmnorthup.com/tag/whatnornsreads PURCHASE LINK REVIEWED BY J.M. NORTHUP Tragic and PowerfulThe blend of German folklore and WWII was brilliant. The humanity of Uwe made the monsters more defined by their lack of compassion. The appeal from benefits reaped made the Devil’s promises and evil itself more appealing. Combined, it was a … Continue reading #WhatNornsReads – THE WEHR WOLF: A SHORT STORY Reviews From Our Book Club

My Book Review of The Wehrwolf: A Short Story

November 12, 2022March 17, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Historical Fiction, Horror & Occult, Military, Mystery, Thrillers, & Suspense, Paranormal & Supernatural, Shapeshifter, Short Stories & Quick Reads, Werewolf, WWII

The Wehrwolf by Alma Katsu My rating: 5 of 5 stars Tragic and PowerfulThe blend of German folklore and WWII was brilliant. The humanity of Uwe made the monsters more defined by their lack of compassion. The appeal from benefits reaped made the Devil's promises and evil itself more appealing. Combined, it was a fantastic … Continue reading My Book Review of The Wehrwolf: A Short Story

Readers, Today’s National V-J Day

September 2, 2022March 15, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in Biographies & Memoirs, History, Holidays & Observances, Military, Non-Fiction & Educational, WWII

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-v-j-day Though August 15, 1945 is when the officials announced the surrender of Japan, ending the second world war, they didn't actually sign their surrender until September 2, 1945. We remember this important day because it brought peace after six horrific years of hellish conditions, which irrevocably altered our world forever. You can learn more … Continue reading Readers, Today’s National V-J Day

My Book Review of Kind: a Christmas short story of post-WWII Munich

March 1, 2022April 2, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Historical Fiction, Holidays & Observances, Military, Short Stories & Quick Reads, Women Writers, WWII

Kind: a Christmas short story of post-WWII Munich by Kellyn Roth My rating: 5 of 5 stars A Heartwarming Gem!I didn't know what to redirect from this short story. I've just been on a reading jag that includes WWI and WWII material. Thankfully, I found this little gem!!I absolutely loved this story. It transcends time … Continue reading My Book Review of Kind: a Christmas short story of post-WWII Munich

#BooksForTheHolidays – Happy D-Day!

June 6, 2020May 11, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in History, Holidays & Observances, Military, Non-Fiction & Educational, WWII

LEARN MORE Learn more about the Battle of Normandy, a.k.a. #DDay, in this blog post - https://jmnorthup.com/2020/06/01/did-you-know-d-day/ BOOK SUGGESTIONS: PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCHASE LINKS: US UK CA PURCAHSE … Continue reading #BooksForTheHolidays – Happy D-Day!