Tag Archives: World War Ii
The Living and the Lost Ellen Feldman “The war is over, but the past is never past.”
“A beautiful, atmospheric novel that transports us to Occupied Berlin, a perfect setting in which to examine the contours of shame, as well as the possibilities of forgiveness. Through the eyes and heart of Millie, we consider the pain of turning away, of betrayal, and the price survival exacts. Feldman’s crisp,…..
THE WOMEN OF CHATEAU LAFAYETTE by Stephanie Dray Editorial Reviews Review
“[R]iveting…We can learn from Adrienne, Beatrice, and Marthe’s stories, even as we’re swept away.” —Oprah Magazine
“Expert storytelling…highly recommended, sure to appeal to fans of women’s fiction, WWII-era historical fiction, and the musical Hamilton.”—Booklist (starred review)
“This is a wildly impressive novel with characters who fly off the page. The Women of Chateau Lafayette unflinchingly describes the toll that war and the fight for democracy takes on us all……
The Invisible Woman by Erica Robuck
Look up “Virginia Hall” online and you will learn that she was a WWII American espionage agent. When you read author Erica Robuck’s fascinating historical fiction look at Virigina Hall, you will be enthralled and inspired by Virginia Hall’s life.
Thanks to Berkley Publishing and NetGalley for a digital advance review copy of this amazing book.
Based on the remarkable true story of…..
Thank You for Your Service
Books about World War I and World War II are popular right now and can be historical fiction, women’s fiction, suspense thrillers, biographies, memoirs, and even romance. Stories of battles, and the Holocaust are on the same shelf as tales of women in the services, wives and families at the home front and lovers sharing their…..
It’s August Already! I’m delighted to share my reviews of books I have read and relished, released in August, and available now for you to enjoy on all major retail sites and places! The “dog days of summer” are here, so chill with a good “tail”…I mean “tale!”
Thanks to the following for providing me with advance digital review copies. I am…..
No Surrender by Chris Edmonds Cilka’s Journey by Heather Morris
Never Forget. The Second World War involved virtually every part of the world during the years 1939–45. The 40,000,000–50,000,000 deaths incurred in World War II make it the bloodiest conflict, as well as the largest war, in history. Those large numbers can seem cold and distant to us now,…..
Many thanks to Rachel’s Random Resources Victory for the East End Angels by Rosie Hendry
World War II brought three different young women together. This 4 part book series focuses on LAAS Station Seventy-Five in London’s East End. Winnie, Frankie and Bella soon realize that they’ll need each other if they’re to get through the days ahead. Life and war keep testing the Angels. Will love find a way to…..
Mistress of the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin Release Day: May 21, 2019 Thanks to NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group-Ballantine and Delacorte Press for an advance digital review copy.
I have my own private book island.
A mermaid and her pet dolphin deliver
the latest in fascinating reads.
I bask on the beach, sip sparkling water and savor the stories.
Here’s my latest review.
I write it on a postcard, and the mermaid mails it for me.
Coco Chanel lived there, Princess Diana spent her last night there and Ernest Hemingway led its liberation from the Nazis – the Ritz Hotel in…..
From Girl to Woman… Life… An astonishing tale, spanning continents, where truth is stranger than fiction. This historical saga of an extraordinary Australian pioneer family continues into a new generation.
Sadie is brought-up amongst the vineyards of the Yarra Valley in Australia while her work-obsessed father reaps riches from the boom years before the Great War.
With post-war depression…..
Happy Holidays! Delighted to Welcome Rosie Hendry
Christmas with the East End Angels
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and the East End Angels are working hard to keep Londoners safe.
Frankie is trying hard to keep everything together. She can count on the support of the East End Angels, even in the face of family…..