When war erupted, two young men—a German and a Briton—disobeyed their families to enlist. Yet, the fervor of their youthful eagerness soon met a harsh reality with their initial experience of combat.

The year is 1915. On the Eastern Front, Michael faces a harrowing decision, while on the Western Front, Tommy’s regiment tests a volatile new weapon. Amidst the chaos of battle, Tommy finds himself unexpectedly aided as he gathers the wound…

The year is 1916. On opposing sides of the ravaged landscape of the Somme, Tommy and Michael find themselves arrayed against one another in their respective regiments. The war has settled into a brutal stalemate, yet fighting continues with…

The year is 1917. Michael finds himself a prisoner, while Joanna holds significant news for Tommy. The soldiers are burdened by recollections of fallen comrades. Yet, Michael’s concerns quickly deepen when his trench comes under attack from…

The year is 1918. While diplomats hammer out terms for peace, Tommy and Michael remain entrenched on the front line. Tommy marks the joyous arrival of his son, while Michael clings to the solace of letters from Katie to sustain him. After f…