Book description
“A gorgeous and thrilling novel… Perfect for book clubs and fans of The Nightingale.” –PopSugar
A historical novel of love and survival inspired by real resistance workers during World War II Austria, and the mysterious love letter that connects generations of Jewish families. A heart-breaking, heart-warming read for fans of…
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2 authors picked The Lost Letter as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I've read a lot of WWII fiction, the same genre as my two historical novels. Sometimes the books bleed together, but The Lost Letter stood out. It offers dual story lines, both interesting, and they are effortlessly blended together.
The novel tells a gentle tale with moments of excitement, especially in the 1939 timeline. The characters are complex and honorable, making me care about them. The information about philately (stamp collecting) and the artistic process of making stamps was fascinating.
The final reveal of the characters’ connections across time came after a perfect portion of suspense. I can unequivocally recommend…
This is a heartbreaking, yet uplifting novel of love and survival inspired by real resistance workers during World War II Austria, and the mysterious love letter that connects generations of Jewish families. It takes place in both 1989 Los Angeles and 1938 Austria. I love this book because of Jillian’s beautiful writing, and her strong sense of place. I felt transported to WWII Austria, where I became deeply invested in the love story between Kristoff and Elena. I also enjoyed that the modern-day story takes place pre-internet, where a newly divorced woman, Katie, does hands-on research to learn more about…
From Meredith's list on dual-timeline historical stories.
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