Odin’s Promise is historical fiction for middle-grade readers, a novel depicting the first year of German occupation of Norway as seen through the eyes of a young girl.
Eleven-year-old Mari grew up tucked safely under the wings of her parents, grandma, and her older siblings. When Hitler’s troops invaded Norway under the guise of “occupying a friendly country,” she is forced to grow beyond her “little girl” nickname and comfortable patterns to deal with harsh new realities.
At her side for support and protection is Odin, her faithful elkhound.
After she witnesses a terrifying event on the mountainside, truths are revealed: the involvement of her family and friends in the resistance; the value of humor in surviving hard times; the hidden radio in her grandma’s cottage.
As she confronts danger, Mari discovers her inner strength and voice, learning she can endure hardship and heartache. Much like Mari’s journey, those interested in the sports betting industry may find value in reading a 1xBet affiliate program review. It provides an insight into the intricacies of the industry, helping them navigate and understand the landscape better. In both stories, knowledge and resilience are key to overcoming obstacles and succeeding in unfamiliar territories.
ODIN’S PROMISE
by Sandy Brehl
Crispin Books
(forthcoming late Fall 2013 or early Spring 2014)
39 Comments
Post a commentWow! What a great site! I can’t wait to see this in print!!!
Jenny, that makes two of us. Your recent publishing experience was fun for me vicariously, and now I get to find out for myself! Thanks for stopping by and all the hours and hours of writing support, too!
Can’t wait to read it. what a great tribute to your own Odin!
Dogs, as you well know, leave their love with us long after they’re gone.
Quote of the Day: “There is real magic in enthusiasm. it spells the difference between mediocrity and accomplishment” …Norman vincent Peale
You are are an accomplished author….Bravo!
Cathie, it’s great you stopped by, especially with such a wonderful quotation. Enthusiasm truly is magic, and you’re one who knows the truth of that so well.
Congrats, Sandy! Site’s looking good and can’t wait to celebrate your launch with you!
Greg, thanks for the good wishes, especially on this most important day for you! Happy book birthday to you and The 14 Fibs of Gregory K.!
Hi Sandy, this is great news! As an aspiring author I am always thrilled to hear of a new book! And I love reading WW II books. Keep us posted on Kidlitosphere.
Lindsey McDivitt
Will do. Thanks for stopping by, Lindsey, and for sharing the excitement.
I’ll wait for a chance to read this, Sandy, and to get my children to read it. It promises to be a refreshing and welcome change from the line up of the usual diaries or fantasies that most middle graders end up with.
And now, I’ll stop being proper, and bring in all the exclamation marks which I so desperately want to use – so so so happy to know about Odin’s Promise, Sandy!!!!!! Congratulations and a big hug!!!
Richa, your thoughts on anything to do with kids’ literature are worth hearing, so your enthusiasm for the topic and for my good news are equally exciting. (Love those exclamations marks, I should have a year’s supply now.) Hugs back, too.
Dear Sandy, I am so thrilled to hear the good news about my best friend in the world. I am Norwegian and grew up during World War II so this will be exciting to read. Reading is a great part of my life and knowing an author is fabulous.
Love Gerri
Gerri, how sweet of you to come by to celebrate the news. Since you’ve been to this area of Norway, I’ll be especially interested in your reaction to the story.
Having you and Johnny as friends means the world to me, and so does your support.
Congratulations, Sandy! I am anxious to read it.
Kathy, thanks for stopping by, and for the good wishes. Sandy
So exciting, Sandy!! Can’t wait to read it! And love the website- it looks great.
Kate, it’s the kind of news I know your projects will have some day, too. Thanks for the enthusiasm and your support.
Congrats on your upcoming book….I am looking forward to reading it! Hope you enjoy you MGlit journey…it is a rather wonderful place to be.
I’m enjoying it immensely, so far, and the good wishes coming in make it all the better. Thanks so much for stopping by, Deb.
Great site, Sandy. Good luck with your upcoming release!!
Thanks, Kenda, for the good wishes and for stopping by. Hope you follow along on the journey now and then.
I can’t wait to read your new novel—and then pass it on to my grandkids. Congrats!!!!!
Janet, your titles and the success you’ve had in creating books that kids love and learn from are an inspiration. Thanks for your enthusiastic comments.
Yay, Sandy!!!! I can’t wait to see it in print. Congrats!!!
Lori, you share in the success of this story. Your insights (and Dawn’s, Christa’s and Jenny’s) made a huge difference in improving the initial drafts. Can never thank you writing sisters enough.
WOW!!! Congratulations. I can’t wait to read the entire book. You are amazing…
Kathi Glick
Thanks for the kind comments, Kathi, and for stopping by to check things out. I’m really excited, too, to have it released and see if it connects with others the way it did with me.
Congratulations, Sandy! I am so pleased and happy that “Odin’s Promise” is being published. It’s a wonderful story, and I feel privileged to have watched the progress as you worked on this. I love your site–it’s lovely!
Best Wishes!
Jan, your notes and reactions to this story along its extended journey to becoming Odin’s Promise, along with Marjorie’s, not only helped to shape it but also encouraged me to believe that somewhere inside was a story, and storytelling, with value. Can’t thank you both enough, along with my SCBWI team, Jenny, Christa, Dawn, and Lori.
Congratulations! Great website!
Thanks for stopping by, and for the good wishes, Cathy. Since I didn’t design it, I’m happy to join you with praise for the website (and gratitude to my editor!).
Great news, Sandy. I finally have looked over the site and can’t waiot now until the book is published and I can read it myself. It sounds just right for me. First a topic of interest – WWII – and second a middle-school target – just right for me.
Thanks for stopping by, Allyn. Philip Pullman has said, “There are some themes, some subjects, too large for adult fiction; they can only be dealt with adequately in a children’s book.” You’re in good company when you read a middle grade book!
I’m anxious for you to have a chance to read it, too, and looking forward to working out the many details to get it there.
Congrats Sandy. So exciting! Can’t wait to read it and share with our grandkids.
Keep us posted on when Odin’s Promise will be available or better yet when you’ll have a book signing.
So exciting Sandy–I can’t wait to read it! Lately my preferred genre of books seems to be historical fiction taking place either during WWI or WWII and now along comes your book–how coincidental! I’ll keep checking your website for updates. And I love your website– so full of interesting info.
Diane, so nice of you come by to check things out. Hours and hours of working together and you were able to learn things about me here you didn’t know, right?
It makes me smile to think how much time you have to read now (since it’s too cold to golf), and I’ll be honored to have you read Odin’s Promise in the spring.Thanks for the support and kind words.
Sandy:
Congratulations! Rebecca and I are looking forward to reading Odin’s Promise in spring. Thank you for sharing your love of the written word with all of us. We are lucky to know you.
Stephanie and Rebecca, how kind of you to stop by with such encouraging words. Once the new year comes I’ll be able to announce a release date and start planning launch events. Hope that means I might see you both again in 2014!