An Island at War An Island at War

An Island at War

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Publisher Description

Now with a brand new epilogue! Please update your eBook to get the new version and find out what happens after the war…


A moving historical novel inspired by the German occupation of the Channel Islands during WW2. This is a story of courage, resilience and everyday acts of defiance from ordinary people forced to live in an extraordinary time.


The USA Today bestseller!


June 1940


While her little sister Rosie is sent to the UK to keep her safe from the invading German army, Estelle Le Maistre is left behind on Jersey to help her grandmother run the family farm. When the Germans occupy the island, everything changes and Estelle and the islanders must face the reality of life under Nazi rule.


Interspersed with diary entries from Rosie back on the mainland, the novel is also inspired by real life stories from the author’s own family who were both on the island during the occupation and in London during the Blitz and is a true testament to the courage and bravery of the islanders.


Readers are loving An Island at War:


‘I fell head over heels in love with this book…It brings to light strong female characters, who have bravery and courage to stand up for themselves and for what is right’ Jenny


‘I loved getting to know the characters and truly experiencing their rather unique predicament…a fascinating read to those who enjoy WWII fiction’ Denise


‘Absorbing and full of emotion, compassion and wisdom’ Joan


‘Very well written and a great curl up with a cuppa and get lost in the story kind of book’ Gill


‘Will pull at your heartstrings…beautifully written’ Louise


‘The story was much more meaningful knowing it was written by someone that was from the island…I enjoyed reading about the beautiful island and the community that stuck together to help each other’ Shirley


‘It ticked the boxes of love, family, strength, and character and I would recommend it for others looking for an engaging historical fiction read’ Stacey


Reviews


Readers love Deborah Carr:


‘A book that drew me in…I cuddle up on my reading chair and entered the world of Boots’ Abby


‘Vibrant, believable, characters and an absorbing plot’ Tabby


‘This will definitely pull at your heartstrings…Loved it’ Beverley


‘I’m so glad this is the beginning of a series and I can't wait to read the rest! Wonderfully written’ Grace


‘If you like historical novels this is a book for you’ Bookoholic Cafe


‘A gorgeous start to a new historical series that captivated, charmed and inspired me’ Adele


‘A great and powerful read about love, relationships, and the trials and tribulations in between…a true thrill’ Donna


‘Watch this author–this is a series you'll want to stick with’ Micah


About the author


Deborah Carr lives on the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands with her husband and three rescue dogs. She became interested in books set in WW1 when researching her great-grandfather's time as a cavalryman in the 17th 21st Lancers.


She is one third of the Blonde Plotters writing group and was Deputy Editor on the online review site, Novelicious.com for seven years.

GENRE
Fiction & Literature
RELEASED
2021
June 25
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
400
Pages
PUBLISHER
One More Chapter
SELLER
HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS
SIZE
1.8
MB

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GG of five ,

An island at war

It has every emotion known to mankind, love, fear, hatred, joy uncertainty and sadness!

nfduh ,

An Island at War

I watched a PBS series on Prime Video that must have been loosely based on this story. I really enjoyed it and so looked up “Island at War” and found this book. The setting and historical events were basically the same. The author did a great job creating believable characters and portraying the difficult lives they were forced to live during the German occupation.

Rose7733 ,

WWII story on daily living under occupation

Nicely written story about the life on Jersey Island during WWII. Full of sweetness and mystery, I was able to understand the characters.

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