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A completely gripping and heartwrenching WW2 novel
Liverpool 1942. Seventeen-year-old Frankie Franconi falls in love with charismatic British officer Nick Harper as quickly and certainly as the bomb that falls on their shelter.
He is impressed by her good looks and intelligence, and the fact that, like him, she speaks fluent Italian. When she insists on staying to help rescue others who have been trapped he realises that she has courage, too. He gives her a business card with a Baker Street address, and suggests she put her skills to good use.
Within a month, Frankie has joined the FANYs and started her training. Stationed first in England, then Africa and finally Italy, Frankie and her fellow recruits work tirelessly decoding messages from agents in the field by day, and enjoying the wartime parties at night. But when she signs the Official Secrets Act she has no idea of the danger, adventure and terrible choices that are in store.
War might have brought them together, but will secrets tear them apart?
Based on true stories of fearless women secret agents – and their tales of bravery, betrayal and love – this is perfect for readers of The Nightingale, Kate Quinn and Amanda Lees.
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Readers love Hilary Green’s novels:
‘An absolutely cracking read’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Felt like I was in France and had to hold my breath at crucial moments as it was so real!’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Fabulous read that exposes courage, selflessness and bravery in a heroine to remember’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Fantastic book. Highly recommended’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
Liverpool 1942. Seventeen-year-old Frankie Franconi falls in love with charismatic British officer Nick Harper as quickly and certainly as the bomb that falls on their shelter.
He is impressed by her good looks and intelligence, and the fact that, like him, she speaks fluent Italian. When she insists on staying to help rescue others who have been trapped he realises that she has courage, too. He gives her a business card with a Baker Street address, and suggests she put her skills to good use.
Within a month, Frankie has joined the FANYs and started her training. Stationed first in England, then Africa and finally Italy, Frankie and her fellow recruits work tirelessly decoding messages from agents in the field by day, and enjoying the wartime parties at night. But when she signs the Official Secrets Act she has no idea of the danger, adventure and terrible choices that are in store.
War might have brought them together, but will secrets tear them apart?
Based on true stories of fearless women secret agents – and their tales of bravery, betrayal and love – this is perfect for readers of The Nightingale, Kate Quinn and Amanda Lees.
***
Readers love Hilary Green’s novels:
‘An absolutely cracking read’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Felt like I was in France and had to hold my breath at crucial moments as it was so real!’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Fabulous read that exposes courage, selflessness and bravery in a heroine to remember’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
‘Fantastic book. Highly recommended’ Amazon reviewer 5 STARS
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Reviews
'Green's book is a delightful and heady mix of romantic ingredients spies, high-kicking dancers, forbidden love and friendship in the face of death. Who could ask for anything more?'
Compelling
'An unforgettable saga of love and loss in wartime'
'Epic'