
When We Were Brave
A Completely Gripping and Emotional WW2 Historical Novel
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Narrated by:
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Alison Campbell
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By:
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Suzanne Kelman
The face of the woman in the photograph was tilted upwards, as if enjoying the sunshine just for a moment, even as the wreckage of the bombed-out street lay behind her...
Cornwall, 1944: Blinded by love, Vivienne Hamilton eloped to Paris with a Nazi prisoner-of-war, never to be seen again. A disgrace to her family, her name would not be mentioned by any of her relatives for over 75 years.
Present day, London: When Sophie discovers a photograph of her great aunt Vivi from World War II, it throws her into a world of confusion. Because, as she learns about this secret relative, she quickly realizes that the photograph doesn’t fit with her family’s story. It shows Vivi leaving an address associated with a spy network in London - a place she had no reason to be - and it is dated right before she disappeared.
Meanwhile Sophie’s own life feels as blasted and bombed as the blitzed city in the photograph she’s looking at. Her beautiful daughter - as full of joy and wild energy as Vivi had apparently once been - is gone; and Sophie’s heart has been left broken into pieces.
Retreating to the family home in rural Cornwall to seek solace from her pain and the feelings of guilt that she could have done more to protect her daughter, Sophie finds herself becoming obsessed with Vivi’s life.
But nothing can prepare Sophie for what she is about to uncover - the story of a woman who risked everything for the person she loved the most; and a secret family history that could be the key to Sophie’s own future.
A powerful, haunting and unforgettable audiobook about love, heartbreak and betrayal set in World War II Britain and France. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale, Under a Scarlet Sky, and My Name is Eva.
Listeners love Suzanne Kelman:
"A heart-wrenching story of ordinary people elevated to the realm of heroes through love and sacrifice...It is an emotional journey of heartache and love that will leave you in tears. One of the finest books I have ever read." (NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars)
"Oh my goodness! Evocatively unsettling yet hauntingly beautiful...the story is incredibly powerful...I read this book with bated breath. I cried, I grieved and I hoped...I was left both heartbroken and satisfied. Suzanne Kelman...has floored me with this book." (Robin Loves Reading, 5 stars)
"A captivating story of love, friendships and hope for the future. It’s written with such depth that the characters and settings come alive before your eyes." (Chells and Books, 5 stars)
"Heartbreaking...Make sure to have your box of tissues at the ready while you read this beautifully told story!" (Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars)
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A very good read and listen to.
Excellent story of love and espionage; Joe
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Everything about this is excellent
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Couldn’t stop reading!
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Kleenex needed Ch 25
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A sleeper
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I really enjoy novels that give different perspectives and this novel did this through the eyes of today and the eyes of WWII from the two main characters.
Some chapters were brutal in the sadness that erupted from within, but thankfully there was more mystery and love than sadness throughout.
I thought it was a fairly good mystery although somewhat dragged out, that led to a rather interesting story - I try to remember it's the journey not the destination. I am sure most will, like I did, figure out the ending long before - but enjoy the journey that can lead to self discovery, forgiveness, and love.
Well spent credit, really enjoyed the narration and the story. Well done.
Spies, Love, Grief, Heartbreak and Mystery
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This is a wonderful and moving story
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WWII historical fiction - Excellent
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This story is mainly about a young British gal who gets caught up in the spy network of the war and it has great ramifications on her life. I wouldn't call this book a thriller but it's a good human interest story.
You'll enjoy it.
the SOE lives
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Breathtaking.
Makes you feel so deeply, like your there
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