Quietly Occupied
Quietly Occupied by Rose Miller, published by New Generation Publishing in February 2018, is a historical fiction novel set in Normandy during the 1940s. The story unfolds in the small town of Marigny, where the looming presence of the Wehrmacht and the influx of refugees signal the harsh realities of war. Lucette, the protagonist, grapples with her feelings for a young Resistance member, complicating her life as her daughter becomes involved with his brother, setting the stage for a narrative rich in emotional conflict and the impact of war on personal relationships.
Readers will find a poignant exploration of loyalty and love amidst the turmoil of occupation. The narrative delves into the lives of a community facing the challenges of war, as relationships are tested and lives are endangered with the approach of D-Day. Inspired by true stories, this edition of Quietly Occupied presents a vivid portrayal of the struggles faced by families during a time of conflict, ultimately questioning what remains after the chaos of war gives way to the hope of peace. With 174 pages, this English-language edition offers a reflective look at the human experience during one of history’s most tumultuous periods.
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Normandy, 1940’s. In the small town of Marigny, news of the Wehrmacht advance circulates, the continuing trickle of refugees an uncomfortable sign of times to come. As the German Occupation tightens its grip on everyday life, Lucette struggles to suppress her irresistible attraction to a young friend of her husband’s, active in the Resistance. Her daughter has already fallen for Lucien, his charming but feckless brother.
Inspired by true life stories of a community under occupation, a poignant drama of conflicting loyalty and love unfolds, as family and friends are irrevocably drawn into the theatre of war. With the advent of D-day, lives are imperilled and relationships tested to the limits of endurance. What will be left for them once the turbulence of war subsides, when the chaos of Liberation finally ushers in a long awaited peace?
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