Description
Discover the compelling historical novel that intertwines courage, sacrifice, and the transformative power of knowledge during wartime. A captivating tale that beautifully blends the rich narratives of two remarkable women from different eras. This novel, inspired by the intrepid female volunteer librarians of World War I and the pioneering women who paved the way for future generations at the U.S. Naval Academy, offers readers a profound exploration of personal strength and resilience.
Set in 1918, the story revolves around Emmaline Balakin, a timid librarian lost in the world of books, who steps beyond her comfort zone to volunteer on the frontlines in France. As she uncovers a romance and partakes in a clandestine book club for censored literature, Emmaline's journey unfolds as she grapples with her fears and the harsh realities of war.
Fast forward to 1976, Kathleen Carre embodies the fight for women’s inclusion, striving to succeed in the United States Naval Academy's first coed class. Confronting the adversity and prejudice aimed at female midshipmen, Kathleen's determination to rise above the challenges becomes a testament to her spirit, especially as she uncovers a life-altering secret.
This trade paperback, published by Penguin Group USA in 2022, is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, women's literature, and inspiring true stories. With its ISBN 9780593328064, this brand-new book is available for timely delivery to enrich your library with a tale of bravery, honor, and the strength of women in history.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593328064
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Description:
The Paris Library meets The Flight Girls in this captivating historical novel about the sacrifice and courage necessary to live a life of honor, inspired by the first female volunteer librarians during World War I and the first women accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy.
Two women. One secret. A truth worth fighting for.
1918. Timid and shy Emmaline Balakin lives more in books than her own life. That is, until an envelope crosses her desk at the Dead Letter Office bearing a name from her past, and Emmaline decides to finally embark on an adventure of her own-as a volunteer librarian on the frontlines in France. But when a romance blooms as she secretly participates in a book club for censored books, Emmaline will need to find more courage within herself than she ever thought possible in order to survive.
1976. Kathleen Carre is eager to prove to herself and to her nana that she deserves her acceptance into the first coed class at the United States Naval Academy. But not everyone wants female midshipmen at the Academy, and after tragedy strikes close to home, Kathleen becomes a target. To protect herself, Kathleen must learn to trust others even as she discovers a secret that could be her undoing.
Set in 1918, the story revolves around Emmaline Balakin, a timid librarian lost in the world of books, who steps beyond her comfort zone to volunteer on the frontlines in France. As she uncovers a romance and partakes in a clandestine book club for censored literature, Emmaline's journey unfolds as she grapples with her fears and the harsh realities of war.
Fast forward to 1976, Kathleen Carre embodies the fight for women’s inclusion, striving to succeed in the United States Naval Academy's first coed class. Confronting the adversity and prejudice aimed at female midshipmen, Kathleen's determination to rise above the challenges becomes a testament to her spirit, especially as she uncovers a life-altering secret.
This trade paperback, published by Penguin Group USA in 2022, is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, women's literature, and inspiring true stories. With its ISBN 9780593328064, this brand-new book is available for timely delivery to enrich your library with a tale of bravery, honor, and the strength of women in history.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593328064
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Description:
The Paris Library meets The Flight Girls in this captivating historical novel about the sacrifice and courage necessary to live a life of honor, inspired by the first female volunteer librarians during World War I and the first women accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy.
Two women. One secret. A truth worth fighting for.
1918. Timid and shy Emmaline Balakin lives more in books than her own life. That is, until an envelope crosses her desk at the Dead Letter Office bearing a name from her past, and Emmaline decides to finally embark on an adventure of her own-as a volunteer librarian on the frontlines in France. But when a romance blooms as she secretly participates in a book club for censored books, Emmaline will need to find more courage within herself than she ever thought possible in order to survive.
1976. Kathleen Carre is eager to prove to herself and to her nana that she deserves her acceptance into the first coed class at the United States Naval Academy. But not everyone wants female midshipmen at the Academy, and after tragedy strikes close to home, Kathleen becomes a target. To protect herself, Kathleen must learn to trust others even as she discovers a secret that could be her undoing.