When We Were Enemies A Novel
When We Were Enemies A Novel by Emily Bleeker is a 2023 release from Amazon Publishing, featuring 347 pages in English. This novel intertwines the lives of two women from different generations, exploring themes of family secrets and the impact of devastating choices against the backdrop of World War II. Elise Branson, camera-shy and overshadowed by her family’s Hollywood legacy, finds her life intersecting with that of her grandmother, Vivian Snow, as a documentary about Vivian coincides with Elise’s wedding.
Readers will discover how both women navigate the complexities of fame and personal sacrifice. Set in the 20th century, the narrative delves into Vivian’s contributions to the war effort as a translator and USO singer, while also revealing the hidden truths that threaten to disrupt their lives. The novel’s multiple timelines enhance the exploration of hope for the future amidst the weight of the past, making it a poignant reflection on the choices that shape our identities.
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Two women, generations apart, in the spotlight. A powerful novel about family secrets, devastating choices, and hope for the future by the bestselling author of When I’m Gone.
Camera-shy Elise Branson is different from the other women in her maternal line. Her mother is an award-winning actress. Her late grandmother, Vivian Snow, is a beloved Hollywood icon. But when Elise’s upcoming wedding coincides with a documentary being made about Vivian, Elise can’t escape the camera’s gaze. And neither can her grandmother, even in death.
It’s 1943 when Vivian, a small-town Indiana girl, lends her home front support to the war effort. As a translator in the nearby Italian POW camp, she’s invaluable. As a celebrated singer for the USO, she lifts men’s spirits and falls in love with a soldier. But behind this all-American love story is a shocking secret–one that is vital to keep buried if Vivian is to achieve the fame and fortune she covets.
For Elise and Vivian, what’s hidden–and what’s exposed–threatens to unravel their lives. The heart-wrenching choices they must make will change them both forever.
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