A Master Plan for Rescue, Janis Cooke Newman
A Master Plan for Rescue, Janis Cooke Newman
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A Master Plan for Rescue

Author: Janis Cooke Newman

Narrator: Vikas Adam, Paul Boehmer, Kirby Heyborne, Judy Young

Unabridged: 10 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/14/2015

Synopsis

A magical novel about the surprising acts we are capable of in the name of loveSet in 1942 New York and Berlin, A Master Plan for Rescue is an enchanting novel about the life-giving powers of storytelling and the heroism that can be inspired by love. In essence, it is two love stories: that of a child who worships his parents, then loses his father to an accident and his mother to her resulting grief, and that of a young man who stumbles into the romance of his life, then watches his beloved decline, forever changing the arc of his future. Each story is propelled by the belief that if one acts heroically enough, it will restore some part of what—or whom—has been lost.But when they meet, this boy and this man, their combined grief and magical thinking allow them to dream the impossible. Sharing stories of the people they have lost, they are inspired to join forces and act in their memory—to do something so memorable that it might actually bring their loved ones back—even if only in spirit.A Master Plan for Rescue is a beautiful tale, propelled by history and imagination, that suggests people’s impact upon the world doesn’t necessarily end with their lives, and that, to some degree, we are the sum of the stories we tell.

About Janis Cooke Newman

Janis Cooke Newman is the author of the novel Mary: Mrs. A. Lincoln. She is a member of the San Francisco Writers’ Grotto, on the board of Litquake, and a founder and organizer of the Lit Camp writers conference.

About Vikas Adam

Vikas Adam is a classically trained actor with numerous credits in stage, film, commercials, and television, in addition to his over two hundred recorded audiobooks. His narrations have garnered numerous awards and nominations, including AudioFile Earphones Awards, various Best of the Year lists, and the prestigious Audie Award. He was an inaugural inductee into the Audible Narrator Hall of Fame.

About Paul Boehmer

J. Paul Boehmer is an American actor best known for his numerous appearances in the Star Trek universe. Hkis audiobook narrations have garnered nine AudioFile Earphones Awards and two prestigious Audie Awards for Best Narration, besides being a finalist for the Audie Award in 2012 and 2015. Between narrations, he is active in regional theaters across the country. His television appearances include guest spots on Nip/Tuck and Numb3rs.

About Kirby Heyborne

Kirby Heyborne is a musician, actor, and professional narrator. Noted for his work in teen and juvenile audio, he has garnered over twenty Earphones Awards. His audiobook credits include Jesse Kellerman’s The Genius, Cory Doctorow’s Little Brother, and George R. R. Martin’s Selections from Dreamsongs.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Kristi | Hidden Staircase | on June 15, 2015

I really, really loved this book. It's a bittersweet tale of a boy who has lost his father during the early years of WWII. The book begins with a glimpse into Jack’s seemingly perfect life, eating a meal with his mother and father in the warmth of their Manhattan apartment. But this is the last momen......more

Goodreads review by Miranda on August 23, 2015

A heartwarming and unique story set in New York City during World War II. It was so easy to fall in love with A Master Plan for Rescue. I didn't really know what to expect out of this book, but Newman's writing style was addictive, and I quickly finished this slow-moving book in only two days. Not so......more

Goodreads review by Jaymie on June 27, 2015

I received a galley copy from First to Read, and I'll be recommending it to everyone. While the author sets the novel in the WWII era, it was almost hard for me to remember how many years separated me from the main character. The messages of love, loss, faith, and freedom ring through in every word......more

Goodreads review by Stephanie on August 17, 2016

Jack is a twelve-year-old boy that idolizes his father and appears to have an idyllic childhood. However, when his family is struck with tragedy, Jack's world is brought to its knees. To deal with his heartache, Jack starts "hunting down" Nazis, convinced that that is how he can fix his problems. Th......more

Goodreads review by BookishStitcher on June 15, 2024

World War 2 coming of age story. It was okay for me. It is the oldest book on my TBR so it's good to have read it.......more

Quotes

“Two dreamers create an audacious plan to rescue a group of Jewish children. Newman makes vivid the daily risks and courageous choices individuals face in wartime.” BBC.com

“A magical novel with the power and resonance of a fable. A Master Plan for Rescue is about seeing and being seen, the importance of bearing witness, the lengths we will go for love, and the enduring capacity for hope.” Christina Baker Kline, New York Times bestselling author

“A Master Plan for Rescue tells several stories: a young boy coming to terms with bullying and death; a mother’s inability to deal with grief; a man haunted by the woman he left behind…And all these stories are told with insight and an almost-magical belief in possibilities.” Booklist

“A delicate, surprising novel about the ties that bind family and those we love over the ravages of time. This is a World War II novel, but unlike any I’d read before. Janis Cooke Newman is just so wonderful at bringing details of the past to life. She one of the best historical novelists we have today. I loved this book.” Katie Crouch, author of Girls in Trucks

Awards

  • BBC Best Book
  • BookPage Book of the Day
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