Mirror Books The Nazi Ghost Train - Evasion, Betrayal and Escape in Occupied Europe | Paperback | 288 Pages

Explore the gripping true story of courage and cunning in occupied Europe during World War II. The Nazi Ghost Train uncovers an epic tale of airmen on the run, resistance heroes involved in espionage and sabotage, and the desperate race to save over 1,400 Allied personnel from concentration camps.

This narrative, brought to life through meticulous research and extensive interviews conducted over more than a decade, details the terror of being shot down, the fight to evade the Gestapo, and the ultimate betrayal faced by those working for the Allied cause.

Key Highlights

• Uncovers the true story of how civilians saved over 1,400 British, US, and Canadian airmen and Resistance members.
• Features pulse-pounding accounts of espionage, sabotage, and the fight for freedom against the Gestapo.
• Based on extensive primary sources and interviews, bringing unforgettable characters to life.
• A Sunday Times bestseller praised as 'Thrilling' by the Daily Express and 'Gripping' by the Daily Mirror.

Specifications

• Author: Greg Lewis
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Publication Date: March 12, 2026
• Print Length: 288 pages
• ISBN-13: 978-1917439695
• Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 20mm (19.8 x 12.9 x 2 cm)
• Weight: 210 g

This historical biography, set from 1901 onwards, is a must-read account of extraordinary bravery when ordinary people worked against impossible odds to prevent a train carrying Allied personnel from reaching Germany.