{"product_id":"9781786582218","title":"Sisters under the Rising Sun","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eSisters under the Rising Sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, Heather Morris masterfully weaves a tale of resilience and camaraderie set against the backdrop of World War II. As Singapore succumbs to the advancing Japanese Army in 1942, musician Norah Chambers makes the heart-wrenching decision to send her daughter Sally away for her safety. Meanwhile, Australian nurse Nesta James finds herself among the desperate evacuees boarding the HMS \u003ci\u003eVyner Brooke\u003c\/i\u003e. Tragically, the vessel is bombed and sinks, casting Norah and Nesta into a harrowing struggle for survival.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashing ashore in Indonesia, the two women are captured and taken to a brutal Japanese POW camp, where they endure starvation, brutality, and despair. Yet, amidst the horrors of their captivity, they discover an unexpected source of strength: music. Norah's leadership in forming a 'voice orchestra' becomes a beacon of hope, fostering connection and resilience among the women imprisoned with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel explores profound themes of \u003cstrong\u003efriendship\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esurvival\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003ehealing power of music\u003c\/strong\u003e. Morris’s poignant prose captures the emotional depth of the characters' experiences, making their struggles and triumphs resonate deeply with readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimilar Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciated Morris’s previous works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Tattooist of Auschwitz\u003c\/strong\u003e, will find familiar threads of courage and spirit in this narrative. The intertwining stories of women facing unimaginable challenges will leave a lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A testament to the unbreakable spirit of women in the face of adversity.\" – A critical review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Zaffre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52951055302988,"sku":"9781786582218","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781786582218_front.webp?v=1765298180","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de-eu\/products\/9781786582218","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}