US Review of Books praises R. W. Nichelson’s “The Swede” for its enthralling narrative
“Enthralling” and “straightforward”, these are just some of the observations made by the US Review of Books (USRB) critique Barbara Bamberger Scott for R. W. Nichelson’s The Swede. The book review outlet has praised the book for contrasting “the joys of young romance with the chaos of merciless, bloody combat.”
The book follows the story of Hans Gruber and Sven Eriksson, the terrors they went through during World War II, and the passion they share with the women they love.
The Swede is a wonderful story based on a real romance, between two young lovers from Sweden. Separated by war, the main character fights to survive in a losing battle. Above all, he must stay alive in order to return to the woman he loves, and the child he has never seen.
It’s based on real events during the war between Hitler and the Russians as seen through the viewpoint of Hans, a participant by choice whose decision haunts him as he understands the real goal of the Nazis. Scott praises the book for its strong characterizations and for being of “special interest to Swedes and those of Scandinavian origin, as well as all fans of colorful, battle-laden historical fiction.” Read the full review here.
