Really well written WW2 story. I’ve never read about the American training camp in Devon and I enjoyed the first hand perspective of being on the ground at during D-Day.

The relationship between Sam and Ruby was really sweet and I loved hearing about their back stories as well prior to the time they met and spent together. The character development was great and you were fully invested in Ruby and Sam as they tried to navigate their relationship with each other as well as the other characters related to them. I would have loved to hear what happened to some of the characters as well but I like that it wasn’t a fully buttoned up story too.

Thanks to NetGalley and Head of Zeus for the advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest r review.

I have been reading a lot of historical fiction lately, and this one ranks up there as one of the better ones.

I loved the characters and the author really brought them to life.
I loved the story and the romance was just beautiful.
I loved how the story was told from multiple/dual points of view - this is my favorite type of book.

I really loved this book and kept the pages turning.

Thank you to the author, the publisher and #netgalley for the ARC which did not impact my review.

Thank you NetGalley for this eARC. Pure and beautiful love story set in WWII.
Young love, facing and overcoming adversity, and a true happily ever after even in the face of fear, danger, and hate.

I ADORED this! War time Historical Fiction is always a safe bet for me, but this was above and beyond other books in this genre I've read before. Pass has a way of making these characters come to life, she sets them up so well individually before they are introduced to each other. Ruby and Sam have intricate backstories that help us understand their personalities and choices and why they eventually fall for each other. I couldn't stop reading, I finished this entire book in one sitting simply because I was enjoying the story so much. The conflict, the romance and the entire book was written so well. I could say 100 positive things about this novel, but to put it simply: read it! Especially for those who love Historical Fiction, I promise this won't disappoint. I can't wait to see what Pass writes next!

A beautiful story with a strong and courageous heroine. I couldn't put this down! Beautiful writing kept me turning the pages!

With grateful thanks to netgalley for an early copy in return for an honest opinion.
Such a wonderful book first time reading this author and thoroughly enjoyed the journey the good strong characters with lots of interesting and intriguing incidents along the way can highly recommend.

This was an absolutely stunning book. From the cover to the romance, I adored everything about this. I would definitely watch this if it were a movie! I already can’t wait to reread this.

OH MY GODDESS this book has become a new favorite and definitely makes my top five favorite historical fiction novels!

the book starts with the introduction of our two main characters Ruby and Sam. Of course I was very excited as I love dual pov’s in books.

Ruby, almost 19, lives with her father in a small town Bartonford working at her local newspaper.

One day though Ruby finds her normal routine life begin to change as the war starts to brew. Sam who is 17 lives in America and is working to support his mother and younger sister. He longs to save enough money to move them away from his abusive stepfather. One day he hears of an opportunity he cannot pass up, joining the army.

In her small town all Ruby has ever known is going to work, living with her father, and doing shifts as an ARP warden. One day by chance Ruby and Sam meet under random but quite hilarious circumstances. This starts a chance at love and hope as Ruby and Sam sneak off to see each other each Sunday.

Suddenly right when everything seems perfect Sam is whisked away to fight in France. Ruby lives with constant worry, Will Sam return and if he doesn’t can I ever find someone I love just as much?

Ruby and Sam’s love is addicting and heartwarming, leaving me feel the same emotions alongside them through every bump in the road. Their love was so enchanting and strong. I am very grateful to have read this novel and to give this review.

Thank you so much Head of Zeus and Emma Pass for giving me the opportunity to read this incredible book and I cannot wait to own a physical copy!! I definitely recommend this novel to anyone who reads this review!

What a gorgeous book!! This brought back so many memories for me and the generation that came before me. It would make an exquisite movie. The chemistry between the two main characters was off the charts. This book kept me up late into the night turning page by page like it was on fire to see what happened next. I will not only be sharing this with Library fam, but as a book club pick as well.

What a stunning book. As someone who had relatives that grew up around that time I was so intrigued to know more about what that generation experienced and it did not disappoint!
Premise
When everything you hold dear is torn apart by war, can love put you back together again?

It's 1943, and the Second World War is raging. Ruby Mottram works for her local newspaper, the Bartonford Herald, typing up adverts and obituaries, whilst dreaming of a more exciting life. Between her shifts as an ARP warden and caring for her ailing father, the chance for escape doesn't come often to Devon.

Meanwhile, in America's deep south, Sam Archer is hatching a plan to raise enough money to get his mother and sister away from his abusive stepfather. Using falsified documents to hide his age, he enlists with the U.S. Army.

Two chance encounters bring Ruby and Sam together from opposite sides of the Atlantic, giving them the chance of love, hope and freedom from their troubled lives. But fate, in the shape of D-Day and Omaha Beach, has other ideas.

When their very lives are at risk, will their promise to wait for one another be what keeps them alive?
I loved the story Flo Ruby and Sam and how they both escaped their situations and found each other. This would make a gorgeous movie and the cover is stunning!