A Picture of Hope by Liz TolsmaMy rating: 💛💛💛💛
I am enjoying this WW2 series by Barbour Books. Each book can be read as a standalone, with each book highlighting some aspect of WW2.
Early in the story, Nellie saw the devastating effects of the war on a medical ship she boarded, and in a conversation, this line was spoken "I can't believe men can do this to each other" and for me that described the war so well.
"No matter what comes into our lives, God uses it in the best way for us. His ways and His plan are perfect. You will learn that in the coming days, though the lesson will be difficult."
Even at a time where allies started to invade and concur, the Nazi's continued their destructiveness.
"Evil is strong. It has no boundaries." Only by God's goodness and grace is it contained. But someday, it will be eliminated. Wiped away forever."
This story was captivating, heartbreaking, suspenseful and sweet. The sweet down syndrome children with their innocence and not always aware of the danger they are in, added to the thrilling suspense.
I enjoyed the fact that Jean-Paul was French German who had to take a side early in the war. Nellie as a journalist represented the danger of trying to reveal the truth of what was really going on.
There was quite a few breath holding scenes and a few twists and turns.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*
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About the book:
A photojournalist risks her life to save Children. Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this new series celebrates the unsung heroes - the heroines of WWII.
Journalist Nellie Wilkerson has spent the bulk of the war in London, photographing pilots taking off and landing - and she’s bored. She jumps at the chance to go to France, where the Allied forces recently landed. She enlists Jean-Paul Breslau of the French underground to take her to the front lines. On the journey, they come upon an orphanage where nuns shelter children with disabilities. Can they help save them before the Nazis come to liquidate it?
Journalist Nellie Wilkerson has spent the bulk of the war in London, photographing pilots taking off and landing - and she’s bored. She jumps at the chance to go to France, where the Allied forces recently landed. She enlists Jean-Paul Breslau of the French underground to take her to the front lines. On the journey, they come upon an orphanage where nuns shelter children with disabilities. Can they help save them before the Nazis come to liquidate it?
About the author:
Liz Tolsma has lived in Wisconsin most of her life, and she now resides next to a farm field with her
husband, their son, and their two daughters. All of their children have been adopted internationally and one has special needs. Her novella, Under His Wings, appeared in the New York Times bestselling collection, A Log Cabin Christmas. Her debut novel, Snow on the Tulips, released in August of 2013. Daisies Are Forever released in May 2014. When not busy putting words to paper, she enjoys reading, walking, working in her large perennial garden, kayaking, and camping with her family. Please visit her blog at www.liztolsma.blogspot.com and follow her on Facebook and Twitter (@LizTolsma). She is also a regular contributor to the Barn Door blog.
husband, their son, and their two daughters. All of their children have been adopted internationally and one has special needs. Her novella, Under His Wings, appeared in the New York Times bestselling collection, A Log Cabin Christmas. Her debut novel, Snow on the Tulips, released in August of 2013. Daisies Are Forever released in May 2014. When not busy putting words to paper, she enjoys reading, walking, working in her large perennial garden, kayaking, and camping with her family. Please visit her blog at www.liztolsma.blogspot.com and follow her on Facebook and Twitter (@LizTolsma). She is also a regular contributor to the Barn Door blog.
Nice review. I like WWII books too.
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