Wonderful, unputdownable historical fiction!
Go back in time with that most indomitable of women, Clementine Churchill, and experience WW2 through her eyes. Her marriage to Winston was a true-love story, enduring through some of the worst times in our world’s history.
The author has interesting notes at the end, indicating where she got her research information, and also real facts vs. fiction.

*I received a digital copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.*

A must-read for historical fiction lovers!

Firstly I would like to thank netgalley and Bookoutune and the brilliant author Anna Stuart for an early copy of her book to read.

I do enjoy reading this authors historical reads, especially the world war 2 books.this book was well informative and great writing but not so keen on politics prefer her other books more..looking forward to reading more of her wonderful books.my rating is 3.5...

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A very powerful WWII story. It’s based on Clementine Churchill and her life with Winston. It gives another view of how the war affected lives. Must read!

The book was well written in that it stirred up all sorts of emotions while I was reading it and made me want to keep turning the pages to find out what would happen next.; I read it in 24 hours with my heart in my mouth. So good!

Reading this book was like reading history in the making. Standing by his side giving him the assurance of her love for him enabled Churchill to do what he had to. Clementine Churchill was a rare women! Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC and the opportunity to read this novel.

I absolutely loved this book! The author did an excellent job of introducing the reader to Clementine Churchill. This is a heartwarming story of a woman who fiercely loved her husband and her country. The book was historically accurate and left me yearning for more information on Clementine Churchill. As I read the book, I felt as if I was right there beside Clementine as the bombs were exploding and I felt her angst and heartache as she chose time after time to put her interests and concerns aside to always support her husband. I would highly recommend this book.

A fine historical novel based on Clementine Churchill, Winston Churchill’s wife during WWII. Readers will get a perspective of the time period from a politician’s wife and an insight of what a woman’s role should be in order to support the war effort. The evolution of Clementine’s and Winston’s relationship is well written.

What a brilliant and fascinating character portrayal of Clementine Churchill: the strong and vibrant woman behind Winston Churchill — a man of power and a key figure in the successful counter attack against Hitler. But she was more than just the voice of encouragement for the British Prime Minister. She accomplished much good in her own right. I won’t list all her projects and participations as author Anna Stuart gives us a great sample in her story. But these aren’t dry lists of historical facts. Rather, she puts flesh and blood on the bones and offers us scenes that pull us in. We are there with Clemmie side by side while she works, shares and aids those in need.

The Churchills are friends of the American President Roosevelt and his wife. It was interesting to read of their connections and friendships. As we know from history, once Pearl Harbour was bombed, US declared war on Japan. Then Germany and Italy declared war on the US a few days later. That in turn resulted in the US fully entering the Second World War. Churchill, as noted in his discussions with Clemmie, knew they could not win the war without the US. So as history books tell us, once they joined, ‘president Franklin Roosevelt, Soviet premier Joseph Stalin and British prime minister Winston Churchill led the Allied armies to victory over Adolf Hitler and the Axis powers.’

But before those victories came doubts. When Churchill was told that Hitler was too strong, could not be beaten and they would need to make a deal with him, he wrestles with a decision. It was Clemmie who stepped in and reminded her husband of his own past words. ‘You always said Hitler doesn’t negotiate.’ Once he hears this, his strength returns and he is able to stand up and insist the cabinet not give in. She was brilliant at this sort of thing: always a great support for her husband as a leader. But sometimes her wise perspectives helped him over the line. He just needed a little encouragement and to be reminded of what he stood for and what gifts he had.

There is a lot of on the edge of your seat drama in this novel as you would expect being set in World War II. There are particularly vivid descriptions of the attacks on London. Although I have read many novels that have shown this, The English Wife offers a fresh, innovative and engrossing perspective on these events and the war's effects on those involved. We are drawn into the homes of the leaders and get a peek and hear conversations behind closed doors: particularly of Winston and Clementine.

Besides Clemmie sharing her viewpoint, the story is also told by her American friend Jenny. The author’s notes reveal that this woman is modelled after the real Janet Murrow: a well-educated and successful BBC and CBS correspondent who assisted her husband with his broadcasts during WWII. She also worked for charity organizations and various U.S. and UK government agencies from 1938-1945. As with Clementine, her accomplishments have been overshadowed by her husband’s. I love that Anna includes her. Shows us what she might have been like. Jenny (Janet) provides an intriguing angle on events but we also learn about her life struggles, marital betrayal and difficulty in becoming pregnant and carrying children. I won’t give anything away but just say, there is a happy ending for Jenny on two counts. But while she is in the grips of disaster, caused by a bomb drop on London and personal upheaval, her friend Clementine provides golden insight. “Life goes on, my dear. Sometimes we cannot see how it will, sometimes we don’t even want it to. But while we have breath in our bodies, it goes on and perhaps what this war has taught us is to honour that – to seize it and make the very most of it, however hard that may be."

It was easy to see that together Winston and his wife were a powerful force. But it was lovely to focus on Clementine (and other women of history that surrounded them who have often been forgotten). As Winston says of Clemmie, she is a real shining star. It is obvious from the novel and from the author’s historical notes, there is so much more to this woman than many of us knew about. To see her life presented in a fictional form (yet based on facts) brings her out into the light for the current generation to appreciate. She contributed so much to society, freedom and Winston’s success. And she was a strong female support for Jenny (Janet Murrow) and Eleanor Roosevelt. These three women made a difference, not only in their husband’s lives but also in the lives of those around them.

I could not put this novel down. It was deeply stirring, heart wrenching and uplifting. The English Wife is a brilliant and engrossing story l will never forget. History truly comes alive on these pages. Get your hands on this daring, powerful and perfect visit to the past. 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley for a review copy.

An excellent read for any and all readers! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes! Great job fleshing out all the characters. I give this book FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!

I DNF’ed this book at 20%. I absolutely love Anna Stuart’s writing, particularly regarding her World War II books. The character development for Clementine Winston was amazing, and it gave a real perspective of what it’s like to be a politicians wife during that time period. I struggled a bit with the pacing, and while I know if I could finish the book I’d enjoy it, I couldn’t find myself getting engrossed in it like her others.

THE ENGLISH WIFE by ANNA STUART is one of the most interesting and enjoyable novels I have read this year. Having always admired Winston Churchill, it is great to see him in the context of his family and marriage with Clementine, the exceptional and hard working woman who stood by his side and literally helped him win the war!
The author has obviously done a great deal of research as she paints a picture of Londoners, under Hitler’s attack, bravely going about their lives. It is here that women, in particular, show what they are made of.
I like to see the Churchill’s close relationship with the British royal family and friendship with the Rooseveldts, and Clementine’s friendship with the young American broadcaster, Jenny Miller, whose famous husband Ned is forever changed after witnessing the horrors of the Nazi extermination camps…….
This novel has brought the story of Clementine Churchill alive for me.
I am not going to tell you any more for fear of spoiling your read.
I cannot recommend this splendid book strongly enough.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bookouture. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

The English Wife is a captivating read that had me totally immersed from the first to the last page.

It is the well written and researched story of Clementine Churchill the wife of Sir Winston.

The saying goes behind every good man is a strong woman and in this case it is very true.

Clementine feels strongly that she must look after Winston so he can look after the world and win World War2.

She is his calm in his storm, his light in the distance and he himself was a remarkable man.

Times are changing during the War and women showed their strength and ability to to work in a man's world.

I cheered for Clementine, I cried with her and laughed with but most of all admired her tenacity and strength.

My review can not possibly do this book the justice it deserves.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for the privilege of reading and reviewing The English Wife.

“The English Wife” by Anna Stuart is a historical fiction book about Clementine Churchill, the wife of Winston Churchill. This book mainly covers the years from 1938 through 1945. This book is told in two points of view - one being Clementine Churchill and the other Jenny Miller. Jenny Miller is based upon Janet Murrow, better know to modern audiences as the wife of Edward R. Murrow. I found this book rather engaging. I knew a bit about Clementine Churchill before reading this book, but this book contributed to my knowledge and filled in some gaps. I also knew a little bit about Ms. Churchill’s daughter in law, the infamous Pamela Churchill (Pamela’s story can easily fill her own book) but it was good to see that the two did get along, even if sometimes their relationship was tenuous. This was not a quick read for me - I don’t know if it was because I wasn’t quite in the mood for this book or if it was because there’s a lot packed into this book - maybe a combination of both. Do read the Author’s note about how she came up with the idea for this book and some of the facts of the time. What Clementine Churchill did during WWII made me think of her as a combination of Eleanor Roosevelt and Queen Elizabeth (better known as The Queen Mother). She did a lot of war work - including going to bomb shelters and improving where she could - and did a lot of “behind the scenes” things not recalled by many today. I cannot say that the sections focusing on Jenny’s pregnancy difficulties were my favorite, but I can understand why that was a stress to her marriage (though Edward Murrow was not an easy person to live with, I’m sure). Strong recommend as the research is well done and this book is different from a number of WWII books I’ve been reading lately.

This book brings history alive in a really interesting way, giving an insight into a woman who spent a lot of years doubting herself. Clementine Churchill was an amazing woman who supported her husband , the prime minister, at all times. Often putting her own wishes to the side in order that his every need was met. That’s not to say that she didn’t achieve anything because she set up care for new mothers and their babies, and as the war progressed organised assistance for the needy in Russia. Clementine shared a similar life to Eleanor Roosevelt, in that she was the First Lady to husband Franklin, the president and insisted in taking part in meetings.
Then there is Jenny Miller who came to Britain from America with her husband Ned as reporters for CBS. Jenny’s longs for a family which doesn’t seem to be happening, will it have an effect on her marriage?
Something the three women have in common is supporting their husband’s careers, is it always appreciated!
The women become closer as the story progresses, especially Clementine and Jenny, this is threatened by someone close.

As you can see I loved the book. The attention to detail is amazing. I especially liked the friendship between Clementine and Jenny, it sounded sincere. My favourite character was Clementine and least favourite after hitler was Ned.
There was always something going on to keep you reading, read in record time as I picked it up at any given opportunity.

The story of World War II as told from the point of view of Clementine Churchill, alongside American journalist Jenny Miller. Beautifully written and well researched, a novel based around true life events. I loved reading about all of the work Clementine did during the war, hers is not a well known story at all. I really liked the parts set at Chartwell - I love the house and gardens, and could easily picture the scene and location.

Emotive and fabulously described, a great piece of historical fiction.

This book hits my histfic sweet spot starting in London during the Blitz, then covering the life of Clementine Churchill, wife of Winnie. The narrative was beautifully written, the characters were engaging and fully fleshed, and the relationship between the two historically impactful figures gave insight into how Clemmie provided the "safe haven" for her husband that enabled him to save England during its darkest hours. A must-read for fans of fine WWII fiction and exceptional women who change history.

𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓔𝓷𝓰𝓵𝓲𝓼𝓱 𝔀𝓲𝓯𝓮

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Stars: 5⭐️

Genre: Historical Fiction

This was my first time reading a historical fiction and I was more than happy to dive into it.

The English Wife is based on the true story of the life of Clementine Churchill during the WW2. From the beginning to the end of this book I was fascinated with her light and fluffy energy through the book and the love that Winston had for his Clemmie and their special relationship.

I loved reading it from Clemmie’s point of view as it was a very different take on the WW2 and I loved witnessing all she accomplished during the war. She faces struggles, hard decisions and shows a ton of courage as she navigates her way through the war. It was nice to see that women can be strong in a man’s world.

I absolutely loved reading about the other women and their experiences during the war and their encounters with Clementine.

This book was an easy 5 star read for me and because of this particular book I am inclined to read more historical fiction

*thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read this ARC*

I absolutely loved this book. It was a very different take on a WW2 fiction book as it was based on the life of Clementine Churchill, the Prime minister’s wife. It was unputdownable, I was hooked from page one and was totally invested in Clemmies life and relationships. I believe this is based on a true story so it was amazing how much this courageous lady achieved over the course of the war. Highly recommend all of Anna Stuart’s books but I have to say she hit it out of the park with this one. An excellent read that 100% deserves five stars.

I am a big fan of historical fiction. The latest I’ve read, The English Wife by Anna Stuart. I highly recommend it.

I was so enthralled by Clementine's personality in this novel that I will read more about this imposing Lady! She was not described as perfect, showing that the writer strove to depict an honest picture of Clementine. That makes her real! This novel focuses on her relationship with Winston and their special relationship. It can't have been easy for Clementine even though she seemed to really have supported her husband for love. I also enjoyed reading about other women, whoever they were, who did show their abilities and important work in a men's world. Indeed, a war is not only fought with killing weapons! This novel is heartwarming, offering the reader a beautiful and strong love story in the midst of the war. I would now love to read a novel from Winston's point of view... That would be most interesting! Highly recommended! For me, the best novel by Anna Stuart. I loved it.

I received a digital copy of this novel from NetGalley and I have voluntarily written an honest review.