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