Female Prisoners of World War Two by Nikki McDove

In Female Prisoners of World War Two – a fascinating, and sometimes heartrending work of history – author Nikki McDove pays tribute to five women kept as prisoners of war during WWII. Women’s stories of heroism are often overlooked in military annals, but here, McDove deftly relates the terrifying conditions these females POWs lived through to tell their tales. The accounts are well-written with a fluent and journalistic touch, which can be devoured in one sitting, for a broadly appealing work. A recommended and eye-opening read for anyone interested in learning more about the female side of war and its consequences, this book inspiringly illustrates women’s absolute determination and inventiveness in the face of extreme adversity.