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'A beautiful, heartbreaking novel of war and loss and the resilience of the human spirit' Rosemary, Netgalley Reader

The USA Today bestseller!

Young nurse, Gemma, is struggling with the traumas she has witnessed through her job. Needing to escape from it all, Gemma agrees to help renovate a rundown…

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1 author picked The Poppy Field as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

If you're a fan of historical fiction, The Poppy Field is a must-read. This book didn't just meet my expectations; it inspired an unforgettable journey to Ypres, Belgium.

Set shortly after the end of World War I, the story follows three remarkable women—an American sister, a young British bride, and a German mother—each returning to Ypres to unravel the mysteries of their loved ones' deaths during the brutal, four-year siege that devastated the city. Their paths nearly intertwine as they search for meaning amid the senseless destruction. The warfare was relentless, the losses immeasurable.

So moved by the narrative, I…

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