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  Molly's Flight - Women and War...

  Rachel Wesson

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  Molly wants to fight Hitler by using her skills as a pilot. But the USA says no to female pilots. 
   
  America is at war and Molly, a qualified pilot, is determined to use her skills in the air against the Nazis. The American Air Force isn’t ready to admit female pilots just yet but the British are desperate for pilots following their devastating losses in the Battle of Britain. 
   
  Travelling to England means crossing the Atlantic - a journey filled with peril as the German U-boats patrol these waters. Determined to fly, Molly and her friends cross the sea to fulfil their dream only to find the cost of the trip is much higher than Molly ever imagined.

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  The Drumbeats of War - Tales of...

  Cynthia Elder

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  The year is 1860 in West Barnstable, Massachusetts. Captain James Jenkins, whose livelihood is tied to the sea, is now a merchant captain married to Ruth Fish. Together, they cross oceans, endure unimaginable loss and watch their country devolve into brutal conflict. 
  Cynthia Elder is a novelist, poet and nonprofit leader.  
  Praise for the "Tales of the Sea" series:  
  "A well-developed novel that uses copious historical sources to vividly bring its characters and setting to life." ~Kirkus Reviews 
  "It is rare when a literary talent bursts upon the scene without warning but that is the case with Cynthia Elder, author of "Tales of the Sea." ~G. Wayne Miller, Journalist, Author, Filmmaker, Co-Host of "Story in the Public Square" 
  "Tales of the Sea" brings to life the world of nineteenth-century seafaring with depth and humanity. Building upon extensive analysis of recently discovered manuscripts, this eagerly awaited novel offers an insight into life during a period of change and upheaval in both American and Global history. Cynthia Elder’s engaging writing style ensures that the characters in the book become far more than words on a page as the reader is immersed in their personal and political worlds. The book is a must read for historians and lovers of historical fiction alike." ~ Dr. Charlotte Carrington-Farmer, Professor of History, Roger Williams University, Author of "Roger Williams and His World"

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  Sisters of War: A gripping and...

  Lana Kortchik

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  *The USA Today bestseller!* Can their bond survive under the shadow of occupation? 
  For fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The German Midwife comes this unforgettable tale of love, loss, family, and the power of hope. 
  Kiev, 1941: Watching the Red Army withdraw from Ukraine in the face of Hitler’s relentless advance, sisters Natasha and Lisa Smirnova realise their lives are about to change forever. 
    
  As the German army occupies their beloved city, the sisters are tested in ways they never thought possible. Lisa’s fiancé Alexei is taken by the invading army, whilst Natasha falls in love with Mark – a Hungarian soldier, enlisted against all his principles on the side of the Nazis. 
  But as Natasha and Lisa fight to protect the friends and family they hold dear, they must face up to the dark horrors of war and the pain of betrayal. Will they be strong enough to overcome the forces which threaten to tear their family apart?   
  Why readers love Sisters of War:  
  ‘Captivating from the first page’ 
  ‘Powerful and heart wrenching’ 
  ‘A touching story, beautifully written’ 
   ‘Well-researched and fascinating’ 
  Originally published as The Story of Us. 
  In the midst of the 20th century's darkest period, the historical and military backdrop of World War II sets the stage for a tale of romance and heartbreak. The sisters journey, steeped in the Jewish tradition, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. 
  For fans of Catherine Hokin (The German Child), Marion Kummerow (Three Children in Danger), Ellie Midwood (The Girl Who Escaped from Auschwitz), Shari J Ryan (The Stolen Twins), and Kelly Rimmer (The German Wife).

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  To Rule a Ruler - A captivating...

  Kaarina Parker

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  Praise for Kaarina Parker:'Compelling, relatable characters and a brilliant voice' CONN IGGULDEN'A tale of power-play, political hope and women's inner strength' ELYSE JOHNFulvia is now a wealthy young widow, with more than gold to her name. In the wake of her husband's death, she has captured the love and loyalty of the people. And the men who rule Rome have begun to understand just how formidable she has become. There are those who fear her and those, like Julius Caesar, who see her potential.Marcus Antonius is a powerful man in need of a commanding officer. Fulvia sees in him a man who could rule all of Rome, with her help. They marry and, when Caesar is assassinated, Fulvia and her husband begin a perilous game of playing for the ultimate power. Love of the people. Control of an empire. Their opponents are legion: Caesar's killers, Brutus and Cassius; the wily young queen Cleopatra; the great orator Cicero, and the cold and calculated Octavian. But Fulvia has endured tragedy and condescension, and she will fight for the power and the legacy that she knows she deserves.Whatever the cost.

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  A Northern Gentleman - One man...

  Lane Everett

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  Read the book Kirkus Review calls "An inspiring tale of a quest for purpose." 
  Handsome and quick-witted Drucker May is miserable in the privileged life that he leads working at a bank in Atlanta. So he runs away. He wants to find what it is that he’s really supposed to do with his life and he wants to have a good time doing it. Because the year is 1890, the people who he meets after he leaves Atlanta have no easy way to find out who he really is, allowing Drucker to reinvent himself in each stop that he makes along the way to California. As he travels, he explores late 19th century America as well as his own identity – both real and mistaken – all while solving a mystery, falling in love and getting caught up in a wild west caper gone awry. This story isn't just a rollicking ride from one town and one mistaken identity to the next, though. It's the tale of a man trying to strike a balance between his responsibility to his family and his desire to be his own man. Alternately moving and laugh out loud funny, A Northern Gentleman chronicles the adventures that unfold when one man decides to leave his boring desk-work behind to seek out the life he's meant to lead and to find that special something that his life has been missing. 
  "The tale is full of engrossing historical details, including information about the various towns and political climates that Drucker encounters as he travels west. It also effectively brings to life the experience of 19th-century rail travel. ...Everett’s prose is full of compassion and insight as she explores the psyche of a character who’s discontented with the status quo. As Drucker tries to determine his place in the world, readers will find themselves rooting for him the whole way. An inspiring tale of a quest for purpose." - Kirkus Review

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  Sun Also Rises The: The...

  Ernest Hemingway

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  The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway is a landmark novel of the 20th century that captures the disillusionment and aimlessness of the post–World War I generation, often referred to as the "Lost Generation." The story follows Jake Barnes, an American journalist living in Paris, and his circle of expatriate friends—including the charismatic and troubled Lady Brett Ashley—as they travel from the cafés of Montparnasse to the bullfighting arenas of Pamplona. With Hemingway's signature sparse prose and understated emotional depth, the novel explores themes of love, identity, masculinity, and the quest for meaning in a world forever changed by war. A poignant reflection on human resilience and vulnerability, this novel remains one of Hemingway’s most enduring and influential works.

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