The Secret Letter
by Debbie Rix
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Pub Date Jul 22 2019 | Archive Date Jul 22 2019
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Description
For readers of Orphan Train, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Book Thief comes an unforgettable novel inspired by a true story about the power of human kindness and bravery in a time of unimaginable heartbreak.
Germany, 1939: Thirteen-year-old Magda is devastated by the loss of her best friend, shy and gentle Lotte, cruelly snatched from her and sent to a concentration camp – the Star of David sewn on her faded, brown coat. As the Nazi’s power takes hold, Magda realizes she’s not like the other girls in her village - she hates the fanatical new rules of the Hitler Youth. So Magda secretly joins The White Rose movement and begins to rebel against the oppressive, frightening world around her.
But when an English RAF pilot lands in a field near Magda’s home she is faced with an impossible choice: to risk the lives of her family or to save a stranger and make a difference in the war she desperately wants to end.
England, 1939: Fifteen-year-old Imogen is torn from her family and evacuated to the Lake District, a haven of safety away from the war raging across Europe. All she has to connect her to the bombs and the battles are the letters she writes to her loved ones. Little does she know, on the other side of the enemy line, her fate rests on the actions of one girl who will change her life forever…
A Note From the Publisher
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Advance Praise
What readers are saying about Debbie Rix:
‘Oh how my heart broke… Oh I cried… magnificent… I was truly enthralled with this captivating story.’ Robin Loves Reading, 5 stars
‘Absolutely beautiful!… I am blown away… A stunning story that took me over. Heartwarming and hopeful… a masterpiece. Absolute perfection! Whatever you do, don't miss this one!’ Renita D’Silva, 5 stars
‘A glorious treat of a novel with two historical threads… amazing… gripping… I was captivated all the way… leaves you wanting more! Loved it!’ The Book Trail, 5 stars
‘Oh my this is one seriously beautifully written and heart breaking tale… I had to have a box of tissues on standby… captivated by the story… I became addicted to reading it. I just had to read on and on and on… one of my favourite books of the year so far… a joy to read.’ Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars
‘I absolutely loved this story, it is an incredibly powerful yet a tender and tragic story… I was totally absorbed, silent tears rolling down my cheeks, smiling the next - a totally uplifting read… totally captivating and will squeeze your heart yet leave you uplifted… I loved every single word from the beginning to the end.’ Crooks on Books
‘Excellent… heart-breaking read… a wonderful story between the past and the present… this is historical fiction at its very best… an engaging, intriguing read which will hold you in its grip until the very last sentence… exquisitely beautiful.’ Shaz’s Book Blog
‘Utterly enthralling. I honestly haven't read a book of this calibre before… magical… simply stunning… a wonderful, wonderful read that I will be holding in my heart forever.’ The Writing Garnet, 5 stars
‘Compelling… tugged at my heart strings... heart wrenching... these two stories were woven together so seamlessly... the perfect blend of the past and the present… kept me turning the pages quickly...’ Audio Killed the Bookmark
‘Beautiful, intriguing and kept me hooked to the pages of this brilliant book… my heart broke… whisked me away to another time and place… stunning… a beautiful novel about love, loss and family. I loved it!’ Katie’s Book Cave, 5 stars
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781786817006 |
| PRICE | £1.99 (GBP) |
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