{"product_id":"a-song-of-courage-an-utterly-gripping-ww2-historical-novel-based-on-a-true-story-paperback","title":"A Song of Courage: An utterly gripping WW2 historical novel based on a true story - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRachel Wesson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBased on the incredible true story of two unsung heroines who defied the odds to save countless lives, this powerful novel reveals how acts of extraordinary courage by ordinary women saved so many in the countdown to WW2. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnie Fitzwalter never imagined that her passion for music would lead her into a world of danger and intrigue. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen her old family friend, Stephen, who works for the foreign office, tells Connie the true scale of the violence against Jewish people in Germany and Austria, she can stand aside no longer. Together, Stephen and Connie devise a daring and perilous mission to help innocent families escape the clutches of Nazi persecution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder their cover as music enthusiasts travelling to high-society concerts in Europe, Connie and her sister Dottie begin by smuggling money and valuables for desperate families over the border. Before long they're arranging safe passage for vulnerable children and escorting families to safety into England. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the sisters travel into the heart of Nazi Germany, defying the border guards, patrols and Gestapo agents takes every ounce of courage they have. Connie soon realises the enormity of the danger they face, and Stephen, whose support has begun to mean more to her than she ever thought possible, begs her to take care. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne misstep, one whisper of suspicion, and they could lose everything-their freedom, their futures, and even each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Song of Courage\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to the unbreakable bond of sisterhood and the strength of the human spirit. Fans of \u003cem\u003eWhen We Were Brave\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Alice Network\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBeneath a Scarlet Sky \u003c\/em\u003ewill be changed forever by this unputdownable story.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBased on the real-life story of the Mills \u0026amp; Boon novelist Mary Burchell\/Ida Cook and her sister Louise Cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReaders are utterly gripped by Rachel Wesson's WW2 historical novels: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"One of my favourite authors...\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eshe can make you feel like you've stepped back in time\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eOh my goodness me, what a story, \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eI've cried buckets\u003c\/strong\u003e. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!!\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Absolutely beautiful story!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe story took hold of my heart. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe characters came to life and I could feel the pain, sorrow and ultimate joy of the children.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eHands down\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ethe best book I've read all year\u003c\/strong\u003e... I found myself holding my breath... \u003cstrong\u003ePlease read this book... you won't be sorry\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eI enjoyed this powerful story so much!\u003c\/strong\u003e It shows how some people shine with heroism through the war while others so easily succumb to darkness. \u003cstrong\u003eA beautiful book\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eHeartwarming, excellent story\u003c\/strong\u003e. I absolutely loved this book and didn't want it to end... \u003cstrong\u003eenthralling from the first page to the last\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eSo many twists, turns and heartbreaks\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eLeaves you wanting more.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eRachel Wesson can write\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ea story like no other\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 370\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.92 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 04, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774049648928,"sku":"9781805082279","price":20.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/c333b49218e93154479c0f5bfba667dd.webp?v=1780439218","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-song-of-courage-an-utterly-gripping-ww2-historical-novel-based-on-a-true-story-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}