The Escape
The Escape by Clare Harvey, published by Simon & Schuster, Limited in 2019, is a historical fiction novel that intertwines two compelling narratives set against the backdrop of wartime and the fall of the Berlin Wall. Spanning 400 pages, this edition presents a story that begins in early 1945 Germany, where Detta encounters a group of British prisoners of war. Her life takes a turn when she receives a message from a local priest seeking her assistance. The narrative shifts to 1989 Berlin, where Miranda, a photography student, grapples with an abusive relationship and seeks freedom through a connection to her grandmother’s past.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes related to war, family secrets, and the quest for liberation. As the two women’s stories unfold, they reveal a shared history that binds them across time. The novel delves into the complexities of their lives, highlighting the struggles and resilience of women during tumultuous periods. With elements of mystery and detective work woven throughout, The Escape offers a thought-provoking look at the impact of history on personal lives.
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A compelling wartime drama for fans of Lucinda Riley and Dilly Court
‘Yet another gripping, moving and impeccably researched read’ Jill Mansell, author of This Could Change Everything
One winter morning in Germany in early 1945, Detta passes a group of exhausted British prisoners of war who are being force-marched westwards. One man catches her eye and she cannot forget him. The following day she receives an urgent message to contact the local priest: he needs her help.
Miranda is a photography student in Berlin in 1989 as the Wall falls. Trapped in an abusive relationship, her one hope for escape is an old postcard of the village her grandmother, Detta, was born in. As Miranda flees through the rubble of the Berlin wall and into the East, she begins to suspect she’s being followed by the Stasi.
Two very different timelines; two women who share a history and a dark secret. Can they save each other now the time has come to reveal it?
Acclaim for Clare Harvey’s novels:
‘Had me enthralled’ Kate Furnivall
‘Will delight all those who love a good wartime story’ Dilly Court
‘A gripping story’ Julie Cohen
‘An exceptional talent’ Kate Rhodes
‘A triumph’ Jill Mansell
‘Heartwarming, enjoyable and full of surprises’ Elizabeth Chadwick
‘A real page-turner’ Ellie Dean
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