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The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club

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The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club

By: Martha Hall Kelly
Narrated by: Martha Hall Kelly, Mary Elizabeth Kelly, Mia Hutchinson-Shaw, Imani Jade Powers, EJ Lavery
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Two sisters living on Martha’s Vineyard during World War II find hope in the power of storytelling when they start a wartime book club for women in this spectacular novel inspired by true events, from the New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls.

“A dreamy beach book that also sizzles with tension . . . another winner by one of the best historical fiction writers around.”—Fiona Davis, author of The Stolen Queen

2016: Thirty-four-year-old Mari Starwood is still grieving after her mother’s death as she travels to the storied island of Martha’s Vineyard, off the coast of Massachusetts. She’s come all the way from California with nothing but a name on a piece of paper: Elizabeth Devereaux, the famous but reclusive Vineyard painter. When Mari makes it to Mrs. Devereaux’s stunning waterfront farm under the guise of taking a painting class with her, Mrs. Devereaux begins to tell her the story of the Smith sisters, who once lived there. As the tale unfolds, Mari is shocked to learn that her relationship to this island runs deeper than she ever thought possible.

1942: The Smith girls—nineteen-year-old aspiring writer Cadence and sixteen-year-old war-obsessed Briar—are faced with the impossible task of holding their failing family farm together during World War II as the U.S. Army arrives on Martha’s Vineyard. When Briar spots German U-boats lurking off the island’s shores, and Cadence falls into an unlikely romance with a sworn enemy, their quiet lives are officially upended. In an attempt at normalcy, Cadence and her best friend, Bess, start a book club, which grows both in members and influence as they connect with a fabulous New York publisher who could make all of Cadence’s dreams come true. But all that is put at risk by a mysterious man who washes ashore—and whispers of a spy in their midst. Who in their tight-knit island community can they trust? Could this little book club change the course of the war . . . before it’s too late?

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“Martha Hall Kelly’s tale of the home front is simply irresistible. Coming of age in dangerous times, the Smith girls find strength in dreams, family, the land, and in the life-changing power of books. This story drew me in, then swept me away!”—Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Shelterwood

“A heart-in-your-mouth tale of family, friendship, and romance as a small American island finds itself on a potential frontline of World War II.”—Charmaine Wilkerson, New York Times bestselling author of Black Cake

“Celebrates the magic of books, family, and truth as several women—bound by blood and friendship—discover their destinies.”—Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter

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sentimental look at the sacrifices of the people of in WWII in Martha’s Vineyard. Guaranteed tears.

Very satisfying

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Martha Hall Kelly is one of my absolute favorite writers. She always pulls you, the reader into the story. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next! I am again sad to end this book as I really enjoyed each character!
Thank you for sharing your gift of writing with us, the readers

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The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Bookclub: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ historical fiction…..World War II and the power of storytelling. A mysterious family secret …. Five star read

Not really a beach read

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It would be great to see it on the big screens. There are some books I can feel would be wonderful

Make it a movie!

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Martha Hall Kelly has a stellar ability to craft deep and engaging characters. Drawing on family history as well as the deeper history of Martha’s Vineyard she weaves an engaging tale of wartime America. Filled with relatable details of everyday life interwoven with remarkable moments of espionage and intrigue. Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book club will keep you listening from the beach to your living room. The cast is fantastic and brings another element to an already excellent story.

Wonderful Story about an Amazing Place and People.

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This was a beautiful story of broken families. Families broken by the war. I look forward to reading this again!!

Wonderful Story

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