I so enjoyed this epistolary tale (and I like the word "epistolary" very much, too!) set on the Island of Guernsey off the coast of France shortly after the end of WWII.
Juliet is a writer/newspaper columnist who is searching for ideas for her next book. Her research connects her with a group of individuals (some a little quirky) from Guernsey who formed a literary society while under occupation by the Germans. It is through this connection that Juliet discovers a variety of stories from and about the members--stories of survival, of compassion, and of love.
The collection of letters and telegrams are filled with humor, interesting observations, and a few oddballs. I couldn't put it down.
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I must read this!! Was just talking to Tim about this yesterday actually... wierd. (Cue Twilight Zone music)
He was saying that its similar to Ella Minnow Pea, and we all know how much I LOVE that book... so if you have this one available, will you send it my way??
I have a box of books I need to swap with you and Kari... will call to figure out which goes where. xoxoxoxoxo
LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book. I'm heartbroken it is now over. You all must read it.
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