The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel was a book I absolutely loved and couldn’t put down. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this historical novel tells the compelling story of Yona, a young woman raised in the wilderness by a mysterious old woman named Jerusza, who kidnaps her from her German… Continue reading The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel
Genre: Fiction / War & Military
My Father’s House (Rome Escape Line Trilogy #1) by Joseph O’Connor
"My Father's House" by Joseph O'Connor offers a compelling glimpse into the life of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty, a real-life hero of World War II who risked his life to save thousands of Jews and Allied soldiers in Nazi-occupied Rome. The novel is set against the backdrop of a city under siege, where every action is… Continue reading My Father’s House (Rome Escape Line Trilogy #1) by Joseph O’Connor
Circe by Madeline Miller
“I thought once that gods are the opposite of death, but I see now they are more dead than anything, for they are unchanging, and can hold nothing in their hands.” In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child--neither… Continue reading Circe by Madeline Miller
The Rose Code by Kate Quinn: A Gripping Historical Fiction Novel You Can’t Put Down
"The Rose Code" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction. Follow three women as they navigate the challenges of World War II and uncover a deadly secret. Quinn is the master at creating a story and characters based off of true events. If you're a fan of historical fiction, "The Rose Code" is a… Continue reading The Rose Code by Kate Quinn: A Gripping Historical Fiction Novel You Can’t Put Down
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
This is a WWII story based on a true story that reads like fiction. This is about a quiet book worm type of woman who becomes a famous sniper with a kill record of over 300 kills. This story will suck you in and the details will have you shaking your head in surprise and… Continue reading The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn