"Storm Warning" by Jack Higgins is a WWII adventure at sea, centered around the final voyage of the German merchant ship 'Deutschland' trying to return to Germany from Brazil in August 1944. The story involves a crew of twenty-two men and five nuns as passengers facing the challenges of navigating through enemy-infested waters. After being hit by a storm, the ship is wrecked off the coast of the British Isles, leading to a tale of survival and camaraderie between enemies in a time of need. The plot combines elements of action, suspense, and backstories of characters aboard the tall ship and its rescuers, offering a reworking of past themes from the author's earlier works.

Jack Higgins' writing style in "Storm Warning" is praised for its well-paced narrative and well-delineated characters. weaves multiple strands of action in a WWII setting, portraying the humanity and dedication of the characters amidst the chaos of war. With a mix of fiction and nonfiction elements, the story captures the essence of bravery, selflessness, and the power of human connections, while also delving into themes of romance and softness amidst the harsh realities of wartime.

Characters:

The characters are diverse, showcasing various backstories and emotional complexities, particularly in the face of ethical dilemmas.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is fast-paced and engaging, creating suspense while blending elements of both fiction and nonfiction.

Plot/Storyline:

The storyline revolves around a German merchant ship's perilous journey during WWII, culminating in a shipwreck and the humanitarian efforts that arise amidst conflict.

Setting:

The setting features the Atlantic Ocean and the sailing ship Deutschland in the context of World War II.

Pacing:

The pacing is brisk and compelling, keeping readers engaged and invested in the unfolding events.

. .. and this, I find the greatest mystery of all--the instinct in man to sacrifice himself that others might live. But then, courage never goes out of fashion, and at no other time in my life have I ...

Notes:

Jack Higgins is the pseudonym for the UK novelist Harry Patterson.

He was born on July 27, 1929, and has written over sixty novels.

His breakthrough novel, The Eagle Has Landed, was published in 1975 and became a bestseller.

Storm Warning is a follow-up to The Eagle Has Landed, focusing on a sailing ship during WWII.

The story is set on the German merchant ship Deutschland, which is attempting to return to Germany in 1944.

The ship encounters a severe storm and is wrecked off the coast of the British Isles.

The novel explores themes of humanity and bravery among enemies during wartime.

It includes a mix of fiction and nonfiction elements, making it an engaging story.

Character backstories and subplots, including a doomed romance, enrich the narrative.

The book has elements of adventure, suspense, and tragedy, making it a compelling read.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for Storm Warning include medium levels of violence due to the war setting and themes that address moral complexities.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance present in the book, primarily illustrated through the subplot involving the German sailor's affection for a nun.

From The Publisher:

During World War II, a group of German expatriates trapped in Brazil must sail across five thousand miles of tempestuous water to reach their homeland-and face the deadly barricade of American and British military power.

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Jack Higgins lives on Jersey in the Channel Islands.

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Storm Warning

Jack Higgins