The Whispers of War
Written by Julia Kelly
Narrated by Mary Woodvine
4.5/5
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About this audiobook
In August of 1939, as Britain watches the headlines in fear of another devastating war with Germany, three childhood companions must choose between friendship and country. Erstwhile socialite Nora is determined to find her place in the Home Office’s Air Raid Precautions Department, matchmaker Hazel tries to mask two closely guarded secrets with irrepressible optimism, and German expat Marie worries that she and her family might face imprisonment in an internment camp if war is declared. When Germany invades Poland and tensions on the home front rise, Marie is labeled an enemy alien, and the three friends find themselves fighting together to keep her free at any cost.
Featuring Julia Kelly’s signature “intricate, tender, and convincing” (Publishers Weekly) prose, The Whispers of War is a moving and unforgettable tale of the power of friendship and womanhood in the midst of conflict.
Julia Kelly
Julia Kelly is the award-winning author of books about ordinary women and their extraordinary stories. In addition to writing, she’s been an Emmy-nominated producer, journalist, marketing professional, and (for one summer) a tea waitress. Julia called Los Angeles, Iowa, and New York City home before settling in London. Readers can visit JuliaKellyWrites.com to learn more about all of her books and sign up for her newsletter so they never miss a new release.
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5The book is a lovely story but, the audio kept skipping forward!!! I couldn’t even listen to the epilogue :(.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5I really enjoyed this book but I prefered The Light Over London by the same author. Still a cute read though!!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Beautifully written! The character development was so wonderful and I felt like I personally knew Nora, Hazel and Marie! Although I am a Baby Boomer, I love books about the greatest generation who lived through the ravages of World War II. This is one of those stories I didn’t want to end!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Great book, loved the sister like family and plot. You won’t be sorry to hear it
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Shows what true friendship means!
A great read- I really enjoyed.