For Those Who Are Lost A Novel
For Those Who Are Lost A Novel by Julia Bryan Thomas is a historical fiction work published by Sourcebooks, Incorporated in 2022. This 384-page novel explores the emotional turmoil faced by families on the eve of the Nazi invasion of Guernsey, highlighting the difficult choices parents must make to protect their children during wartime.
The narrative follows Ava and Joseph Simon as they send their children, Henry and Catherine, away to safety in England. The story takes a pivotal turn when Lily, the teacher’s sister, steps in to escort the children, leading to a fateful decision that alters the course of their lives. Readers will find themes of love, courage, and forgiveness woven throughout the tale, as it delves into the experiences of women and children during World War II. This edition offers a poignant reflection on personal war stories and the lasting impact of choices made in times of crisis.
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“A compelling story of love, courage and forgiveness. Highly recommended.” –Historical Novel Society
“A sure bet for readers of personal war stories and those who want to know, ‘What about the women and children?’” –Booklist
Inspired by true events, For Those Who Are Lost begins on the eve of the Nazi invasion of the island of Guernsey, when terrified parents have a choice to make: send their children alone to England, or keep the family together and risk whatever may come to their villages.
Ava and Joseph Simon reluctantly put their 9-year-old son, Henry, and four-year-old daughter, Catherine, in the care of their son’s teacher, who will escort them on a boat to mainland England. Just as the ferry is about to leave, the teacher’s sister, Lily appears. The two trade places: Helen doesn’t want to leave Guernsey, and Lily is desperate for a fresh start.
Lily is the one who accompanies the children to England, and Lily is the one who lets Henry get on a train by himself, deciding in a split second to take Catherine with her and walk the other way. That split-second decision lingers long after the war ends, impacting the rest of their lives.
Perfect for readers of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, For Those Who Are Lost is at once heartbreaking, thought-provoking, and uplifting.
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