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  • Beyond the Tracks

  • A WW2 Novel Based on Harrowing True Events
  • By: Michael Reit
  • Narrated by: Mike Paul
  • Length: 10 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (210 ratings)

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Beyond the Tracks

By: Michael Reit
Narrated by: Mike Paul
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Berlin, 1938

It’s no longer safe here.

When the Jewish families of Berlin start disappearing in nightly raids, 21-year-old Jacob Kagan knows it’s only a matter of time before the trucks come for him. Along with his family and best friend, he flees the country he’s always called home to find shelter in a Dutch refugee camp. Before long, the Netherlands falls to the Nazi war machine - Jacob’s new home is transformed into a transit camp with weekly trains bound for the horrors of the Eastern concentration camps.

Handpicked by the cruel new SS regime to police the camp’s Jewish population, Jacob has the opportunity to save his parents and best friend from the dreaded transport lists - but at what cost?

Based on true events, Beyond the Tracks is a redemptive story of unconditional loyalty, and a will to survive at impossible odds.

©2020 Michael Reit (P)2021 Michael Reit
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Great story…narration - yikes

I agree with a bunch of the other reviewers. The story is very good and gripping. But the narration is just weird. He tried way too hard. If he had just not done the accents, it would’ve been fine.

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A wonderful story

It was very well written. It touched my heart the friendship Jacob and Ian had. The story is beautiful in the midst of the horrors they lived through during that terrible time.

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Makes me proud to be Polish!

This story was very compelling. The atrocities committed during this time were beyond comprehension. I felt rage and shame at the same time!
I also felt pride that the Polish people, as well as many other nations, took part in helping these prisoners.
The book showcased the best and worst of humanity.
We have a trip to Poland planned for this summer. Auchwitz is on the itinerary and this book has brought a new dimension to the trip.

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Wonderful!

I have read many books on World War II! This is one of my favorites!

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Very worth the read

I was skeptical at first, but I am very glad I choose this group of books WARSAW FURY, TRACKS TO FREEDOM, BEYOND THE TRACKS the characters were very well written and believable. The background history was well researched. Michael did an excellent job of allowing you to become invested and be part of these stories, not just a listener or reader. Thank you and keep writing!

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Best novel of the German Reich during WWII

Thank you for writing a reminder of what heights bad people can reach when their goals are to take over the world.

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Reminded me of what it was like for my family

Thank you so much for taking such a horrific time and brought it to life

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Outstanding Book!!!

An enjoyable book to listen to not only because of the amazing storyline but also due to great narrations. Highly recommend this book in spite of a few grammatical errors! Enjoy!!!

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Great portrayal of a tragic time

This story, Partially accurate and partially fiction will talk at your heartstrings what these poor people had to go through. I’m planning on reading the two accompanying books.

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riviting story

i found myself, as i was listening to the story, asking myself "what would i do ?" in so many of the situations. unfortunately i feel that this can happen again in today's political unrest. very well written and engaging book. highly recommend

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