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The Winter Rose
By Katie Flynn
$13.00
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Description
Liverpool, 1941: In the midst of the turmoil brought on by the German bombings, Cadi’s life takes a dramatic turn as she decides to enlist in the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF). Her motivation? To support the war effort while staying close to her boyfriend, Jez. However, when Jez is deployed to Africa, Cadi is left to navigate a web of challenges, including vicious rumours spread by someone from the past that threaten to unravel their relationship.
The Plot
Cadi finds herself torn between the desire to protect her loved ones and the need to confront the truth. As the festive season approaches, she yearns for a reunion with Jez, all the while grappling with the consequences of her decisions. The emotional depth of Cadi’s journey is underscored by themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, making her story both poignant and relatable.
Themes
The Winter Rose explores various themes, including:
- Resilience: Cadi’s determination to support her country during wartime.
- Love and Loyalty: The complexities of relationships under strain.
- Truth vs. Protection: The moral dilemmas faced when protecting others.
Readers who enjoyed Katie Flynn’s previous works or similar novels set during wartime will find themselves captivated by the rich tapestry of emotions and experiences woven throughout this compelling narrative.
Book details
- Author
- Katie Flynn
- Publisher
- Cornerstone
- Imprint
- Penguin (Cornerstone)
- Publication date
- Format
- Paperback / softback
- Pages
- 448
- ISBN-13
- 9781529158076
- Language
- English
- Genre
- World War I & II, Historical Romance (Regency, etc.)
- Dimensions
- 197 × 127 × 30 mm
- Weight
- 314 g
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