Browsing: World War II

After World War II, twin sisters Bronka and Johanna Lubinski and their family begin anew in America — but they’re still haunted by the horrors of the Holocaust… “A complex, difficult, and well-researched novel” (Booklist).

In 1933, journalist Nancy travels across Europe for work — and witnesses untold horrors as Hitler’s troops make their way through the continent. Determined to stop them, she is pulled into the dangerous world of espionage in Nazi-occupied France… A gripping read inspired by true events!

Think You Know Everything about the death of Hitler? Think Again. After World War II, 50 percent of Americans polled…

Desperate to escape her lonely life, Evie accepts a marriage proposal from a man she has only met once — and sets off for Penang to join him. But as the threat of World War II looms over the island, can she make the most of her new beginning?

“When I was arrested my whole world crumbled. I knew that leaders of political parties had been arrested, and never…

“A transporting masterpiece” (Booklist starred review) inspired by true events. On Korea’s Jeju Island in the aftermath of World War II, Junja — a grief-stricken deep-sea diver in love with a mountain boy — must navigate a tumultuous, unfamiliar world.

“Compelling” (Booklist): In 1944, Army detective Billy Boyle and lieutenant Kazimierz are sent to a hospital in the English countryside — where they find themselves investigating a mysterious murder. “Superlative… This fair-play whodunit stands comparison with the best classic mysteries” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

“Beautifully written and richly detailed” (Chanel Cleeton): When 22-year-old Marion begins tutoring young princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose in 1933, she guides them through the momentous years ahead. “Lovers of The Crown will adore this!” (USA Today bestselling author Susan Meissner).

This “intricately detailed” book (Booklist) reveals the story of three women — Kathleen Harriman, Sarah Churchill, and Anna Roosevelt — who accompanied their famous fathers to the 1945 Yalta Peace Conference. A “vivid and revealing account” (Publishers Weekly starred review) of a time of historic upheaval.

As Soviet forces overtake Berlin after World War II, Marlene lives in fear. But when she forges an unexpected bond with communist politician Werner, they both face danger and difficult choices… A powerful historical novel inspired by true events!