The Girl From the Island
Lorna Cook
4.50 · 14 ratings · Published: 18 Apr 2021
One woman will risk everything.
Another will uncover her story.
1940: When the island of Guernsey is invaded by the Nazis, two sisters are determined to rebel in any way they can. But when forced to take in a German soldier, they are shocked to find a familiar face on their doorstep – a childhood friend who has now become their enemy.
2016: Two generations later, Lucy returns to Guernsey after the death of a distant cousin. As she prepares the old family house for sale, Lucy discovers a box of handwritten notes, one word standing out: resistance. Lucy’s search for the author will uncover the story of a forgotten sister who vanished from the island one night, never to be seen again.
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- world war II 3
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- mystery 3
- family 3
- female mc 2
- suspense 2
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- religion 2
- action / adventure 2
- friendship 1
- coming of age 1
- 20th century 1
- military, war & conflict 1
- spirituality 1
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