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Set in World War II Holland, Tamar is the code name for the Dutch spy, trained in England and returned to Holland to help unite all the resistance forces against the Nazis. This novel is full of suspense, romance, and the horrors of war. Tamar falls in love with a young woman who is in the resistance, and his best friend, whose code name is Dart also falls in love with her. A puzzle leads to a very satisfying surprise that brings the story to a close that will keep you enthralled until the end. While this book may be geared toward young adults, it spans many generations and adults should also read it.
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Tamar: A Novel of Espionage, Passion, and Betrayal by Mal Peet
Linda Elliott, February 8, 2008
Tamar by Mal PeetSet in World War II Holland, Tamar is the code name for the Dutch spy, trained in England and returned to Holland to help unite all the resistance forces against the Nazis. This novel is full of suspense, romance, and the horrors of war. Tamar falls in love with a young woman who is in the resistance, and his best friend, whose code name is Dart also falls in love with her. A puzzle leads to a very satisfying surprise that brings the story to a close that will keep you enthralled until the end. While this book may be geared toward young adults, it spans many generations and adults should also read it.
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