Admittedly I am Résistance fan and Francophile. What sets this book apart is the compelling main character, based on an actual hero of WWII. I love books with bada** woman protagonists, but I appreciated that Yvonne’s brokenness is what set her on her heroic journey. Thanks to an unexpected intervention at her lowest moment, she earns an opportunity to peel away her despair revealing skill and bravery she did not know was in her. A lesson for us all.
Yvonne narrates much of her own story in chapters which alternate between 2 time periods: her actual time in the French Résistance, and her pre-departure life leading up to her deployment to France.
This was an exciting read, one I stayed up way too late finishing. But the story drew me in quickly and did not let go.
I appreciate the advance copy via NetGalley and am now checking out Audrey Blake’s other work:).
For fans of WWII, la Résistance, and unlikely heroes.

I literally could not put this one down! I devoured in 24 hours. The action is paced perfectly throughout the entire book to keep you on your toes and hanging on every word. There’s good background in the beginning that lets you get to know the characters without feeling like it drags out. It has multiple POVs but it doesn’t feel like too many, and a dual timeline covering both training and then the work she did during the war. She put her heart and soul into her work when she felt all else was lost.

This story is based on a real person, Yvonne Rudellat, and I plan on doing much more research on her real life. She was such a strong woman and leader through the war and I need to know more about her! I live for a strong female character, especially one set in the WWII era, and this is just so good. She overcame doubts and proved that women could be a great aid in war efforts.

Thank you NetGalley for this advanced copy of The Woman with No Name. When I saw that the galley was available from one of my favourite authors, I snapped it up and immediately delved into it. And I couldn't put it down. This writing duo, Audrey Blake, provides such a captivating story based on the true adventures of Yvonne Rudellat.

Yvonne is recruited as Britain's first female sabotage agent. Sent to France, we meet her group of Resistance comrades and follow them through the war as they sabotage the Germans.

This story is thrilling! Excitement around every turn. Yvonne is a wonderful character that you will cheer along the whole book. Well written, you'd never guess Audrey Blake is two talented authors. I appreciate their dedication to history and enjoyed this novel immensely.

Comes out March 12, 2024!