{"product_id":"9780008324261","title":"The Secret Messenger","description":"\u003cp\u003e Author(s): Robotham, Mandy \u003cbr\u003e Binding: Paperback, \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 20\/01\/2020,\u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 400 pages,\u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9780008324261,\u003cbr\u003e Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe highly awaited new novel from the internationally bestselling author of The German Midwife (also published as A Woman of War).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Venice, 1943The world is at war, and Stella Jilani is leading a double life. By day she works in the lion’s den as a typist for the Reich; by night, she risks her life as a messenger for the Italian resistance. Against all odds, Stella must impart Nazi secrets, smuggle essential supplies and produce an underground newspaper on her beloved typewriter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e But when German commander General Breugal becomes suspicious, it seems he will stop at nothing to find the mole, and Stella knows her future could be in jeopardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e London, 2017Years later, Luisa Belmont finds a mysterious old typewriter in her attic. Determined to find out who it belonged to, Luisa delves into the past and uncovers a story of fierce love, unimaginable sacrifice and, ultimately, the worst kind of betrayal…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Set between German-occupied 1940s Venice and modern-day London, this is a fascinating tale of the bravery of everyday women in the darkest corners of WWII, for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Praise for The Secret Messenger:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  ‘Intriguing, pacy and fascinating.’ Suzanne Goldring, author of My Name is Eva\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘Unique, emotional and life-affirming.’ Melanie Hudson, author of The Last Letter from Juliet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘A beautifully written novel, perfect for historical fiction lovers.’ Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of The Girls of Pearl Harbor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘Another fantastic page-turner.’ LP Fergusson, author of A Dangerous Act of Kindness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘I felt I was walking alongside Stella over bridges and along canals at every heartstopping moment… Wonderful.’ Molly Green, author of An Orphan’s Wish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘One of the stronger novels that pays homage to the women involved in the movements of resistance.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘Refreshingly different. Even if you think you have read enough war books this year I strongly recommend you read this one.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘If you like WWII stories, this is a must read.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘Marvellous and highly recommended story on a little known aspect of World War II.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e ‘The characters are well thought out, the historical background is vivid and well described, and the plot is gripping.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43697944231980,"sku":"9780008324261","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/files\/9780008324261.jpg?v=1722608372","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.co.uk\/products\/9780008324261","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}