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  • Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Picador; New edition edition (7 May 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0330350463
  • ISBN-13: 978-0330350464
  • Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 13 x 2.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 20,894 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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It is 1943, the German army has been defeated at Stalingrad, and the tide is beginning to turn. But on occupied Guernsey, the reality of war seems a lifetime away. Recreating life on the occupied island, this novel asks questions about collaboration and the nature of war.

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5.0 out of 5 stars My all time favourite novel!, 17 April 2006
By James Robertson "jakeandjemma" (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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A who-dunnit set against the backdrop of Nazi occupation of part of the British Isles, Guernsey. As with most fine novels, the plot is of less importance than the central themes running through this masterpiece. The main theme, to my mind, is a discussion about the rule of law - an English bobby is forced to solve a murder under the Nazi rule.

I have to admit that I read this novel over five years ago, so the details are somewhat hazy, but I always offer this as my favourite novel to anyone who cares to ask. And, therefore, was somewhat miffed at the review below. Island Madness will probably not be your favourite novel, but it is well worth a read, and it was recommended to me.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Who's collaborating and who's not? Who are the enemy?, 20 Sep 1999
A fascinating study of occupation in the channel islands. In a world where the German soldiers and construction officers are in command, the power on the island shifts to the women - much in demand by the Germans. Trasitional male pillars like the island's police are imasculated. The island's womens mark their status by the rank and influence of their German lovers. Meanwhile, the reader is challenged with the question "who exactly is the enemy". Some of the Germans are humane and many of the islanders are very definitely not. A fantastic and complex read!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating and thought provoking story., 6 Aug 1999
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Tales set in countries occupied by enemy forces during the second world war have been told many times. The occupation of Guernsey by German forces and it's effect on the small population is the basis of "Island Madness". This is a murder mystery and love story which draws together all the characters,friends and enemies alike.In a non-judgemental manner the author describes how the lives of ordinary people can change under abnormal circumstances. I found it fascinating and thought provoking.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Guernsey Murder Mystery Mixed With Reality
Island Madness provides an intelligent and thought provoking look at the question of collaboration within an occupied territory, wrapped up neatly in a murder mystery (albeit... Read more
Published 9 months ago by CHRIS BETLEY

2.0 out of 5 stars Confused styles make for difficult read
There are at least three books inside this one. It tries to combine at least three genres: literary novel, whodunnit and wartime adventure. Read more
Published on 12 Sep 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent, moving, entralling
Set in occupied Guernsey during World War II, Island Madness explores how the island population and the incoming military adapt to the privations of war and the changes forced on... Read more
Published on 7 Mar 1999

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