Our Last Letter: Absolutely gripping, epic and heartbreaking World War 2 historical fiction, Trenow Liz
Автор: Trenow Liz Название: Under a Wartime Sky ISBN: 1509879846 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781509879847 Издательство: Pan Macmillan Рейтинг: Цена: 1038.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: A gripping and emotional historical novel filled with secrets and drama, set during the Second World War.
Автор: Trenow Liz Название: Dressmaker of Draper`s Lane ISBN: 1509879811 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781509879816 Издательство: Pan Macmillan Рейтинг: Цена: 923.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: An evocative historical novel set against the rich tapestry of the silk trade in London during the 1760s.
From the New York Times bestselling author comes the story of two women, two wars, and a secret diary full of heartbreak, despair--and hope. Perfect for fans of The Secret Wife, The Nightingale and Pam Jenoff.
I am so afraid for my beautiful husband, and feeling so powerless to help him, that I actually kneeled beside my bed and whispered: 'Dear God, you have brought him home safely. Don't take him from me now.'
1918. As victory bells sound across London, Rose Barker welcomes her darling husband Alfie home. But, injured by a shell in the final days of the war, Alfie struggles with terrifying nightmares, and though Rose desperately tries to comfort him, nothing she does seems to help.
2014. Years later, Rose's great-granddaughter Jess returns from Afghanistan, where she served as a front-line medic. Constantly reminded of those she could not save, Jess's relationship is crumbling, and her life is falling apart.
But just as Jess is at her lowest, she receives an unexpected gift: the diaries of her great-grandmother Rose. And as she turns the pages, Jess discovers a story of enduring love--and hope--which will change her life forever.
What readers are saying about Liz Trenow:
'Simply beautiful... Enthralling... The emotional impact of this book is enormous - I cried so many times, and ached at the injustice and unfairness of it all. But it's also immensely uplifting... This lovely book will remain in my memory for a very long time to come.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'Absolutely beautiful. A wonderful story about love, loss, heartbreak and hope... All the characters and the setting come alive in this stunning story... Brilliant... A book that will stay with me for a very long time.' Renita D'Silva, 5 stars
'Heartbreaking... Engaging, compelling and well-written.' Robin Loves Reading, 5 stars
'A hugely compelling read with a wonderful insight into the lives of those who lost loved ones during World War 1... Took me by surprise so that I felt very moved and not a little tearful afterwards. Liz Trenow has a real eye for detail so that the settings are described in a way that makes them come to life... Real places and historical events were so skilfully woven into a gorgeous narrative... I really recommend... A moving, evocative, historical read.' Linda's Book Bag, 5 stars
'A wonderful story of human resilience in the face of adversity. It is a joy to read and flows beautifully. I found myself completely absorbed.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
From the New York Times bestselling author comes a remarkable novel of three women whose lives have been torn apart by war. For fans of The Nightingale, Wives of Warand Lilac Girls, In Love and War reveals the strength, love and courage found even in the darkest of times, and the ultimate triumph of hope.
In the summer of 1919, British Ruby is mourning her beloved husband Bertie, missing since 1916. His grief-stricken parents ask one last task of her: travel to the Belgian battlefields to find Bertie's grave, and with it the peace that will come with knowing his final resting place.
Alice, an American, knows in her heart that her brother Sam is alive - but after he signed up under a false name, no news has been heard from him since he arrived in Belgium. Leaving her life and her fianc behind in Washington, Alice sets sail for Europe, promising herself that she will not rest until she finds her brother.
Martha has risked everything to travel to Belgium. A German, she knows she will be met with neither sympathy nor understanding. But her son lies somewhere in Belgian soil, and her husband's dying wish was for his grandfather's bravery medal to be passed down to his son. It is a promise Martha will do anything to keep.
When the lives of these three women collide, they begin to question whether that which unites them could be greater than their differences. As an unlikely friendship blossoms, their story reveals their untiring determination to find out what happened to the men they love, no matter how painful the truth.
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