pickHistorical fiction set during World War II.Gertie,a London bookstore owner,still deeply mourning the death of her husband 2 years earlier,agrees reluctantly to take in Hedy,a teenage Jewish refugee.This decision totally transform her life. When the Blitz occurs,Gertie,Hedy, neighbors, & friends extend their Bookclub & discussions underground while sitting out air raids.Books as a unifying force that crosses all barriers is a major theme, as well🔽
kspenmoll 🔼as found family,sacrifice, love, & loss. This is a book about the importance of community, connection,inclusion, & unity. This book has stayed with me since yesterday. It came highly recommended by my ex-student & friend. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 2d
kspenmoll I still have not conquered the art of short book reviews- seems i always need to extend with comments.😉 2d
Suet624 I love your reviews. Don‘t make them shorter. 2d
kspenmoll @Suet624 Thanks Sue! 11h
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