Category Archives: WW2 Fiction

The Time In Between

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Theresa

Sira Quiroga is raised by a single parent. Her mother is very resourceful and supports herself and her daughter as a seamstress. Sira is taught from a young age how to handle a needle: “I learned fast. I had agile … Continue reading →

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The Atomic City Girls

Posted on October 29, 2018 by Theresa

When I picked up this book at our local library, I wasn’t sure if it would keep my interest. Although I enjoy historical fiction and have a special fondness for World War 2 stories, there has been an upsurge in … Continue reading →

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The Tuscan Child

Posted on August 25, 2018 by Theresa

Somewhere in between cosy mystery and historical fiction, this was my first read by Rhys Bowen. I enjoyed it thoroughly and it moved along quickly for me (mainly because I just had to find out what was going to happen!) … Continue reading →

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Mrs. Tim Carries On

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Theresa

When I pick up a DE Stevenson novel, I know I am in for a treat. I have enjoyed almost every one of her books (and she has written close to forty!) Although her novels are called ‘light romances’, I … Continue reading →

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Crooked Heart

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Theresa

Noel Bostock is ten years old and he has no family. His godmother, Mattie, is a wonderful caregiver for him except… she is beginning to forget things. At first it’s just things like the name of the church they can … Continue reading →

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The Headmistress

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Theresa

Mrs. Belton is worried. And she has a lot to worry about. With three children serving in England’s wartime forces, plus a move from their country estate to the village (due to financial strictures), Mrs. Belton has a lot of … Continue reading →

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