SAS Great Escapes Two

"Damien Lewis is both a meticulous historian and a born storyteller" - Lee Child

SAS Great Escapes Two is an enthralling dive into the hidden chronicles of six of the most audacious and breathtaking escape missions executed by the Special Air Service (SAS) during World War II. These narratives capture the essence of the unit's earliest operations and its relentless advance into Nazi territory. At the heart of these harrowing tales are key figures of the SAS, including its visionary founder, David Stirling, along with several unsung heroes whose courageous feats have remained in the shadows—until now.

Damien Lewis masterfully plunges readers into a whirlwind of suspense and exhilaration, chronicling the escapees' journeys with unparalleled vividness. The detailed accounts bring to life the terrifying yet awe-inspiring moments that define these missions. Readers will find themselves on edge, experiencing the sheer nerve-wracking tension of close encounters with enemy forces hellbent on vengeance, as well as the touching acts of bravery and kindness from those who risked everything to assist the escapees.

At the core of each story lies a testament to human ingenuity and resilience. Whether crossing blistering deserts, evading capture through treacherous enemy territory, or devising ingenious plans under extreme duress, these SAS operatives exemplified the triumph of the human spirit in their quest for survival and freedom. Their journeys, fraught with peril at every turn, underscore how adversity spawns unprecedented innovation and courage.

Damien Lewis has crafted these compelling tales with meticulous research, partnering with the families of the SAS men he portrays. He delves into wartime diaries, letters, mission reports, and interrogation transcripts to provide an authentic and gripping narrative. These stories are not just of survival but of how these remarkable men overcame overwhelming odds, showcasing their indomitable spirit and will to survive.

"Damien Lewis paints a uniquely vivid picture of the wartime SAS. Packed with detail, this fresh and dynamic book brings us as close to its remarkable members as we are ever likely to get." - Joshua Levine, author of Dunkirk

"In these days when we are told to be scared of everything it is a relief to read of steely nerves and cold courage. Damien Lewis has collected examples of exactly these qualities from World War II and they are all thrillers, to be read with pleasure - and a bit of nostalgia!" - Frederick Forsyth

"The fund of SAS escapes turns out to be too big for one book, and in Damien Lewis there is a writer of rare narrative gifts able to bring alive these epic stories for us today." - Mark Urban

"An astonishing book: a collection of truly riveting stories of bravery, all brilliantly told. In terms of sheer drama and audacity, SAS Great Escapes Two goes where no fiction writer would dare venture." - Alex Gerlis, author of Agent in the Shadows