Kate's War
A Novel
by Linda Stewart Henley
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Pub Date Apr 09 2024 | Archive Date Mar 30 2024
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Description
Living in these anxious times, Kate strives to achieve balance in her life, though a speech disability interferes with her singing and a failed romance adds to her distress. But when a young Jewish girl whose parents have been deported comes to her for help, Kate’s goals change. Taking on a responsibility she never could have imagined, she learns that freedom and survival cannot be taken for granted—and as new responsibilities outweigh earlier goals, she learns that assisting others to escape unspeakable evil requires new perspective, as well as courage she didn’t know she had.
A Note From the Publisher
Award-winning novelist Linda Stewart Henley was born in Liverpool, UK, and grew up in Surrey. She attended school in Carshalton, just south of London, before moving to the United States, where she completed her education. She is the author of two other novels, Estelle and Waterbury Winter. She now lives in Anacortes, Washington, with her husband.
Advance Praise
One of Hasty Book List’s Most-Anticipated Historical Fiction Titles of 2024
“. . . engagingly written historical drama.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Like a fledgling songbird, Kate Murphy makes several attempts to flee the nest before she soars. A mesmerizing and heartfelt narrative of a young woman’s inner and outer battles at the cusp of WWII just south of London. Another wonderful read from award-winning author Linda Stewart Henley. Highly recommended.”—Ashley E. Sweeney, author of Eliza Waite
“Kate’s War not only illuminates a forgotten part of WWII history, it’s also a beautiful story about a young woman finding her way in the midst of war, which builds to a gripping and unexpected ending.”—Jody Hadlock, author of The Lives of Diamond Bessie
“With its well-developed characters, evocative writing, and exploration of universal themes, Kate’s War is likely to resonate with fans of historical fiction and anyone seeking a moving story of love and resilience during tumultuous times.”—Readers’ Favorite, 5-star review
“…the story of a life made larger and deeper in the run-up to the beginning of WWII. As in Henley’s two previous novels, the creative life of main characters battles with the demands of daily life, and Kate’s singing and teaching of music acts as a foil against the trauma of persecution and war. Henley’s rich creation of pre-war England and the resilience of ordinary people called to become extraordinary make this well-written novel a wonderful read.”—Barbara Stark-Nemon, author of Even in Darkness & Hard Cider
“In this fast-paced, gripping story of strength, humanity, love, and perseverance, Henley paints a drama-filled portrait of a family’s struggles at the onset of WWII. Filled with emotional wealth, Kate’s War is a moving and revealing story.”—Laurie Buchanan, author of the Sean McPherson novels
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781647426149 |
| PRICE | $17.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 296 |
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