Daughters of War
Daughters of War by Dinah Jefferies is a sweeping historical novel set in France during World War II, published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2021. This edition spans 544 pages and is presented in English. The story follows three sisters living in an old stone cottage on the edge of a picturesque village as they navigate the challenges of Nazi occupation and their longing for peace.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of bravery, family secrets, and the impact of war on personal lives. Hélène, the eldest sister, strives to protect her family, while Elise takes a bold stand to support the Resistance, and Florence dreams of a liberated France. As the Allies seek their assistance, the sisters confront not only external dangers but also the hidden truths of their past that threaten their bond. This novel explores the complexities of sisterhood against the backdrop of a tumultuous historical period.
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A new sweeping historical novel of World War II from the international bestselling author of The Tea Planter’s WifeFrance, 1944.
In an old stone cottage, on the edge of a beautiful French village, three sisters long for the end of the war.
Hélène, the eldest, is trying her hardest to steer her family to safety, even as the Nazi occupation becomes more threatening.
Elise, the rebel, is determined to help the Resistance, whatever the cost.
And Florence, the dreamer, just yearns for a world where France is free.
Then, one dark night, the Allies come knocking for help. And Hélène knows that she cannot sit on the sidelines any longer. But secrets from their own mysterious past threaten to unravel everything they hold most dear…
The first in an epic new series from the #1 international bestselling author, Daughters of War is a stunning tale of sisters, secrets and bravery in the darkness of war-torn France…
Praise for Daughters of War:
“A rich tapestry of courage, passion and family secrets beneath the dark shadows of war” –Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author of When We Were Young and Brave
“A glorious page-turner … a novel to disappear into” –Gill Paul, bestselling author of The Secret Wife
“An outstanding novel, beautifully written. Rich in courage, love and sacrifice, but chilling and taut in its portrayal of the horrors of war”–Kate Furnivall, bestselling author of The Guardian of Lies
“As layers of long-hidden family secrets emerge, you are sure to be hooked to the very last page”–Liz Trenow, bestselling author of The Forgotten Seamstress
“Love, grief, abandonment, betrayal and secrets … I adored it” –Liz Nugent, bestselling author of Little Cruelties
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