As an avid reader of WW2 books, it was such an interesting perspective to read a book set in Switzerland, a country intended to remain neutral. The story unfolds across dual timelines, with Hedy recounting her experience to her granddaughter, Gina, unveiling a secret that remained untold for over seventy years. The Pilot’s Wife is a touching, inspiring story filled with heartbreak, love, hope and self-forgiveness. This is my first book by this author, Cynthia Anderson, I enjoy finding gripping, page turning novels by talent writers. A highly recommended 5 star read.

I would like to thank the author, Embla Books and NetGalley for my free copy of this novel, in exchange for my honest review.
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The Pilot’s Wife. In her afterwards author Cynthia Anderson revealed that she wanted to tell a story about a watch, and while an old Rolex is a big “character,” the book basically tells a tale about WWII resistance efforts in neutral Switzerland. This was a new setting for this reader, who often was appalled by what I learned the Swiss government was doing to protect their country. The story unfolds as grandmother Hedy recounts her war experiences to her American granddaughter, Gina in an attempt to right a terrible wrong before she dies. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley. Most highly recommend.

I loved this book, it was refreshing to read a WW2 book from the perspective of a neutral nation that wasn’t involved in the war in terms of fighting. There were resistance groups who helped injured soldiers and women and children cross over the border into Switzerland where they would be safe. This story is heartbreaking, sad, tense and full of love and hope. Hedy and her parents lived through some hard times but did what they could for the resistance. War was hard, their lives were hard and Hedy in particular went through some horrific times. This book follows her story and her relationship with Samual. A really great read, totally deserves 5 stars. I highly recommend!