The Boy Who Dared

De: Susan Campbell Bartoletti

Narrado por: David Ackroyd

When 16-year-old Helmuth Hubner listens to the BBC news on an illegal short-wave radio, he quickly discovers Germany is lying to the people. But when he tries to expose the truth with leaflets, he's tried for treason. Sentenced to death and waiting in a jail cell, Helmuth's story emerges in a series of flashbacks that show his growth from a naive child caught up in the patriotism of the times, to a sensitive and mature young man who thinks for himself.©2008 Susan Campbell Bartoletti (P)2009 Listening Library

Great story telling and emotion

This is one of a few books I wish could be turned into a movie or series adaptation.. the way the author and narrator pull you into the story and paint such a vivid picture is truly amazing

Loved it

I loved the book I got so into it and I even cried at the end that is how realistic it is read

wonderful inspiring story of a hero

Such a heart wrenching story of a hero that should never be forgotten. bravo

Good historical fiction

We have been reading a lot about this time in history. If you are wanting to read a story that is based on real events, this is a good book to read. As my grandmother grew up two blocks from a concentration camp, I like to hear accurate portrayals of life during this very scary time in history.
The one thing I would change would be to make smaller chapters so that if you needed to go back, the part you needed to go back to is easier to find. Overall, a pretty good book.

Powerful Book

Very powerful book about speaking up for something that you know is wrong! Beautifully written and powerfully performed by David Ackroyd!

Excellent work

I enjoyed how the characters became more alive with the accents and the historical facts of the story.

this is a fantastic book

I had to read this for school but didn't want to but after reading the first 50 pages I wanted more and more but over all this is a great book and if you get the audio tape the reader has a great German accident.

Thought provoking book!

Would you listen to The Boy Who Dared again? Why?

Yes. It was interesting and matched with history.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Boy Who Dared?

I really was amazed that he stood up for his beliefs with honor at the end and purposefully took on as much blame as he could so that his friends would get a lighter sentence.

Which scene was your favorite?

When he stood up for his beliefs at the trial without excusing himself.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

The same as the title of the book.

Fitting role model for today!

Brings Helmuth Hubener to life! Such an inspiring person! His story is one of the most heroic stories I’ve ever come across. To be so awake and intelligent at such a young age is truly hope for the rest of us. His example is absolutely needed for today’s political climate, esp for the youth! I hope to call forth this kind of courage in the face of today’s evil. Definitely worth the read!

One of the best historical books I've read

Honestly historical or semi historical fiction is always hard for me to get through because it can be written more like a textbook and I had no problem getting through this incredible story