Worldwide bestseller based on a true story – now available in Swedish

Another train to London It happens in the turbulent thirties Europe. It is based on the true story of the train transport that saved thousands of children from the Nazis – and the brave woman who helped them escape. Meg Waite Clayton is a worldwide bestseller and has so far been sold to nearly twenty countries.

The Nazis are nothing more than a loud and disturbing element in the daily life of fifteen-year-old Stefan and his best friend Uwe Helen. But the quiet lives of the two young men were brutally crushed when the Nazis took power in Austria in 1938.

However, there is hope in the dark. Truss Weijsmüller, a member of the Dutch resistance movement, risks his life by smuggling Jewish children into neighboring countries. When Britain offers to take in refugee children from the German Empire, Gears fights a dramatic battle to get Jewish children out before it is too late. Will she have time to bring Stefan and Uffy to safety? Or are they forced to stay in Austria to face an uncertain future that threatens their lives?

– Another train to London It is a powerful story of courage, loss and love. American writer Meg Waite Clayton has received many awards for her writing, and we are proud to be able to introduce her to Swedish readers with this title, says Historical Media publisher Lena Amurén.

First review day: April 25
Translation: Anika Sundberg
Format: Hardcover, 449 pages
It was also published as an audiobook

Press vote about the book:

“With its interesting characters and driven pace, this wonderful novel should attract a wide audience of readers.” Library Journal

“Captivating … Clayton brings back to life Truus’ courage and leadership at a time when borders across Europe are closing.”

“A captivating, heartbreaking, and inspiring story about ordinary people doing good in their darkest times.” The Jerusalem Post