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Her Secret War

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What to expect

”A great WWII-era historical fiction that has it all: mystery, suspense, history, espionage, action, and a dash of romance all wrapped up into an addictive and intriguing novel.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

May 1941: German bombs drop on Dublin taking Sarah Gillespie’s family and home. Days later, the man she loves leaves Ireland to enlist.

A heart-breaking choice

With nothing to keep her in Ireland and a burning desire to help the war effort, Sarah seeks refuge with relatives in England. But before long, her father’s dark past threatens to catch up with her.

A dangerous mission

Sarah is asked to prove her loyalty to Britain through a special mission. Her courage could save lives. But it could also come at the cost of her own…

A gripping story that explores a deadly tangle of love and espionage in war-torn Britain, perfect for fans of Pam Jenoff, Kate Quinn and Kate Furnivall.

Readers love Her Secret War:

Gorgeous[it] swept me away… I completely got lost in the writing and story… More, please!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Absolutely amazing, I loved every minute of it.… had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning… I was so engrossed I very nearly missed my stop.”Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I couldn’t put it down… I can't praise this book enough.” NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wow… The excitement!… What a rollercoaster. Loved it.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Absolutely mesmerising from beginning to end.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Excellent… please let there be a sequel.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Had me hooked from the very start.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A gripping and absorbing read… so many twists and turns, I found myself turning the pages to see what would happen next.”Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Everything in this book, from the epic start to the gripping ending was hugely absorbing and enjoyablebrilliant.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Author Pam Lecky
Narrator Melanie MacHugh
Duration 11 hours and 26 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9780008510909
Format x-book®
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Genre Family life fiction, Generational sagas, Historical romance, Religious and spiritual fiction
Availability US

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