“Robert Kershaw has written a vivid narrative that is rich in detail and based on, but not burdened by, prodigious research. The result is a well-written page-turner about a hard-fought battle that really mattered.” —Jonathan Dimbleby, broadcaster and author

“Using first-hand accounts from both sides, the author focuses on the actions around Hill 107 and weaves a gripping account in such a way that it reads more like a conversation or interview of veterans... This is one of the finest works on the Crete campaign.” —Gunmart

“A compelling read.” —Miniature Wargames

“The narrative stars alongside numerous contemporary photographs and a useful addendum listing the key characters and their fates, making The Hill a superb addition to the Battle of Crete historiography. Highly recommended.” —Britain at War

“The German airborne assault on Crete started a bitter struggle for control of the island. This new book focuses on the three day struggle for Hill 107, which overlooked an airfield the Germans needed to land rein­forcements. The narrative looks at the battle from the perspective of combatants on both sides. It is well-written and full of good detail, providing a well-rounded view of the battle.” —WWII History Magazine

“In the end, The Hill shows how the battle for Crete was won and lost on a little hill, and the importance of aggressive leadership at the battalion, brigade, and division level in the Second World War. It's a book worth the reader's time, and I look forward to additional works from Mr. Kershaw for Osprey.” —NYMAS Review

“Remarkable history… The narrative reads like a Shakespearean tragedy, the soldiers revealing their stories in and around the shadows of Hill 107….A good read, well written and well researched… Easily recommended.” —Kylie Newton, Armorama

“Kershaw knows how to weave history to encompass the emotional impact amid an airborne operation that came oh so close to failure. Well done. Enjoyed it.” —Russ Lockwood, Historical Miniatures Gaming Society

“This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in airborne or air-land operations or both.” —Journal of the American Air Force Historical Foundation