Martha Hall Kelly: The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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'A dreamy beach book that also sizzles with tension . . . another winner by one of the best historical fiction writers around' Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen'A heart-in-your-mouth tale of family, friendship, and romance' Charmaine Wilkerson, New York Times bestselling author of Black Cake'Irresistible . . . This story drew me in, then swept me away!' Lisa Wingate, New York Times bestselling author of Shelterwood-----------2016Fresh from her mother's funeral, Mari arrives on Martha's Vineyard off the coast of Massachusetts to study under the enigmatic painter Elizabeth Devereux. But she soon realises that her relationship to the island runs deeper than she ever thought possible. 1942It's World War II, and Smith sisters Briar and Ginny are faced with the impossible task of holding their failing family farm together as the US army arrives on their island. In an attempt for normalcy, the sisters start a book club that quickly grows in numbers and becomes a lifeline for the women who remain on the island. That is, until a German soldier's arrival casts shadows of doubt and danger. Who can they really trust in their tight-knit community?In this spectacular novel inspired by true events, New York Times bestselling author Martha Hall Kelly weaves a captivating tale of love, loss, and resilience. -----------'The glorious Martha Hall Kelly's most personal novel yet . . . with a surprising turn that will inspire readers everywhere' Adriana Trigiani, author of The View from Lake Como'An ode to the human heart and the power of books to connect us-no one writes about the sustaining cords of female friendships quite like Martha Hall Kelly' Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author of Finding Margaret Fuller'I adore Martha Hall Kelly's books' Genevieve Graham, nationally bestselling author of The Secret Keeper'Full of thoughtful and detailed prose, endearing characters, swoony romance, and thriller-worthy intrigue . . . a gift' Natalie Jenner, nationally bestselling author of The Jane Austen Society'A heartwarming novel of audacious women inspiring hope with a dash of heartbreak' Sarah McCoy, New York Times bestselling author of The Baker's Daughter