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Books > Fiction > Genre fiction > War fiction > First World War fiction
One of Hemingway's finest novels, A FAREWELL TO ARMS was published
in 1929 when the author was at the height of his power, It draws on
his own experiences serving with the Italins in World War One when
he was severely wounded in action and awarded the Croce de Guerra.
This is a vivid portrait of men at war which also explores their
deeper responses to the cruetly and heroism of Battle
A daughter visits the island of Guernsey to unearth horrifying
family truths and solve a decades-old mystery surrounding her
mother, in this historical page-turner. 1958. Esme, a novelist,
finds a potential new literary project. A housemaid named Clara was
convicted of murder, perhaps unjustly, amid the ending of World War
II and the liberation of Guernsey from Nazi occupation. Esme's trip
to Guernsey is an opportunity not only to research the case, but to
learn more about her mother's family-as well as to heal from the
heartbreak inflicted on her by the man she loved . . . 1915. A
teenager marries her childhood sweetheart before he heads off to
fight in the Great War. But he doesn't come back, and Jane,
presumed a widow, flees Guernsey-devastated by her loss. In London,
Jane finds a new life and a new husband-but her past isn't done
with her yet. This absorbing novel follows the parallel paths of
two generations of women, and as each is faced with painful
decisions and shocking discoveries, a question emerges: Can a lie
be forgiven when the truth seems too much to bear?
'A gripping story of love and loss, rich in period detail. I loved
it!' Clare Marchant 'I beg of you this one thing - that if I should
perish here, in this foreign land, that you will look after her.'
March, 1914. When talented artist Isobel embarks on a journey to
Egypt, it's to reunite her best friend Alice with her husband,
Wilfred - and to use the stunning sights of Cairo as inspiration
for her own paintings. A whirlwind romance was the last thing she
expected, but when Isobel meets Wilfred's handsome brother, Edward,
neither can deny the strong connection between them - especially
when unexpected tragedy strikes, leaving them all reeling. Just as
they get to grips with their grief, WW1 erupts, and the lovers are
forced to separate. They promise to meet again in London. But when
Edward is listed as 'missing - presumed dead' only weeks after
landing in France, Isobel is devastated, unmarried and on the brink
of ruin. She has only one way to save her honour... but it means
betraying the love she holds so dear. A heartrending and thrilling
WW1 romance, In This Foreign Land is the stunning new debut from
Suzie Hull, for fans of Kate Hewitt, Shirley Dickson and Kate
Eastham. Readers are loving In this Foreign Land 'Vivid, vibrant
and beautiful!' 5* 'A heartwrenchingly good read' 5* 'What a
gorgeous debut!' 5* 'Beautiful love story' 5* ' A really enjoyable
and engaging book with a storyline full of twists and turns' 5*
'Breathtaking' 5* 'Love love loved it!' 5* 'What a great read and
my favourite era too ... an evocative tale of love and loss. And
the settings - just wonderful. More please!' 5*
In 1917 the Great War rages on, and for the Hunters, their friends
and their servants the war is where they live now. David has
returned from the Front a shadow of his former self; his sister
Diana, newly married, copes with pregnancy alone, her husband at
the Front. Aunt Laura, eager for challenge, goes to France with an
ambulance; while Beattie struggles to manage war work and
household, while racked with her secret guilt and a new threat of
exposure. U-boat attacks face Britain with starvation, and with the
worsening privation comes a new horror as Germany begins a lethal
bombing campaign. But even in the darkest hours of war, new life
and new hope can burgeon, with the promise that the future might
still hold happiness for them all. The Long, Long Trail is the
fourth book in the War at Home series by Cynthia Harrod-Eagles,
author of the much-loved Morland Dynasty novels. Set against the
real events of 1917, at home and on the front, this is a vivid and
rich family drama featuring the Hunter family and their servants.
No.1 New York Times bestseller Justin Scott's gripping thriller
follows an undercover spy, battling in the frozen wastes of Russia
to protect his country and confront his past The Russian Empire,
1916: at war with Germany, racked with dissent. King George V sends
Kenneth Ash, a naval officer, on a secret mission into this deadly
world of violence and intrigue. Undercover in the frozen wastes of
Russia, Ash must kidnap the King's cousin, Tzar Nicholas II, before
the Bolsheviks take control. Soon he's drawn into a dangerous race
across the globe - through London, Berlin and the deadly trenches
of the First World War - to protect his country and confront his
past.
Dublin, 1914. As Ireland stands on the brink of political crisis,
Europe plunges headlong into war. Among the thousands of Irishmen
who volunteer to fight for the British Army is Stephen Ryan, a
gifted young maths scholar whose working class background has
marked him out as a misfit among his wealthy fellow students. Sent
to fight in Turkey, he looks forward to the great adventure,
unaware of the growing unrest back home in Ireland. His romantic
notions of war are soon shattered and he is forced to wonder where
his loyalties lie, on his return to a Dublin poised for rebellion
in 1916 and a brother fighting for the rebels. Everything has
changed utterly, and in a world gone mad his only hope is his
growing friendship with the brilliant and enigmatic Lillian Bryce.
The Soldier's Song is a poignant and deeply moving novel, a tribute
to the durability of the human soul.
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War Story
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Derek Robinson
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Fresh from school in June 1916, Lieutenant Oliver Paxton's first
solo flight is to lead a formation of biplanes across the Channel
to join Hornet Squadron in France. Five days later, he crash-lands
at his destination, having lost his map, his ballast and every
single plane in his charge. To his C.O. he's an idiot, to everyone
else - especially the tormenting Australian who shares his billet -
a pompous bastard. This is 1916, the year of the Somme, giving
Paxton precious little time to grow from innocent to veteran.
Can Polly finally escape her haunting past? Spring 1919: WW1 might
be over, but the inhabitants of Dorcalon in the Welsh Valleys still
feel the pain of the war that took so many of their men. Polly
Smith is trying to survive her own battle at home. After her
abusive husband, Gus, was finally jailed, Polly has been raising
her two-year-old son, Herby alone. But being a single mother isn't
easy, and Polly finds it harder still as Gus's criminal activities
leave her with a bad reputation. Lonely and struggling for money,
Polly retreats as she becomes the subject of cruel gossip. A job
offer throws her a lifeline, and as she grows closer to soldier,
Henry Austin, it seems that Polly might finally be changing her
life - until dark secrets from her past emerge, threatening her new
happiness. Can Polly clear her name? Or will the mistakes of the
past ruin her future? A captivating, romantic wartime saga that
fans of Rosie Clarke and Jean Fullerton will love. Readers are
loving Trouble in the Valleys: 'this is such a warm-hearted book...
I would ask all readers to read this book. I loved it' Reader
Review 'Lovely and romantic... This was such an emotional book.
Fully recommend it for everyone.' Reader Review 'Another great book
in the valley series. Good prevails and we can wait for the next
book to continue our look into their lives after the war.' Reader
Review 'The 4th book in a wonderful series, and in my opinion the
best one, full of suspense, twists and surprises. A massive 5 stars
are given for this book.' Reader Review 'Community and acceptance.
Lovely twists at the end. Loved it.' Reader Review 'Some sad parts,
some romantic parts, a small town you will fall in love with. I
enjoyed reading this story and I would recommend it.' Reader Review
'Realistic, well researched, and a portrait of the petty gossip,
criminal undertones and friendship and resilience of a small Welsh
community.' Reader Review
Martin Falconer had one big anxiety: would they let him fly
again?Grounded in England at the beginning of 1918, it was a
struggle, for escaped prisoners of war weren't generally allowed to
return to the front, but Martin pestered the authorities and, at
last, found himself back in France. But the character of the war
was changing. Everyone had suddenly become efficiency-conscious,
and the freedom of choice which he had valued so much in his life
as a pilot was disappearing. Martin had to settle down to the grim,
monotonous business that aerial warfare had now become. It was work
that took a terrible toll on the nerves, even of someone as young
and strong as he was. He longed to be able to solve the problem,
and for the war to be over, so that he could start to find out what
he really wanted from life. A gripping story, totally convincing in
its portrayal of the ordeals and rewards of flying in the First
World War, for fans of Alexander Fullerton and W. E. Johns.
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Dauntless
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Alan Evans
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The odds are against Commander Smith in this epic story of battle
on the high seas.Autumn, 1917: Britain is just about surviving
against incessant U-boat attacks, but there are mutinies in France,
a revolution in Russia and stalemate on the Western Front. The
Allies must get the upper hand and, in London, plans are hatched to
renew the pressure in the Middle East. Commander David Cochrane
Smith finds himself on a formidable assignment in the
Mediterranean. He is wily, experienced and tough but his mission is
dangerous and his force is small. With this ramshackle squadron he
must elude the U-boats and sink a heavily armed enemy cruiser whose
captain is as able and daring as Smith himself. The action is
fierce on land and on sea - and the odds are uneven. But this is an
assignment designed to test Smith to the utmost and he is
determined to succeed... Dauntlessis an unputdownable First World
War Thriller perfect for fans of David Black, Patrick O'Brian and
Alexander Fullerton. Praise for Dauntless 'I think a 21 gun salute
is required... Alan Evans has produced a cracking thriller' Daily
Mirror 'Evans provides a different sea story, sustained suspense
and vivid battle scenes' Publishers Weekly
A heart-pounding First World War naval thriller featuring the rebel
Captain Cochrane Smith.1917: After three years, the outcome of the
Great War is poised on a knife-edge. David Cochrane Smith, captain
of the armoured cruiser HMS Thunder, is patrolling off the coast of
South America. But then he attacks and sinks the Gerda, a neutral
ship in a neutral port. Smith already has a reputation as a
maverick and now he faces professional ruin. But he is certain he
was right, that the Gerda was one of two ships masquerading under
neutral flags that are in fact supply vessels for the mighty German
warships, Kondor and Wolf. Only an outdated cruiser and a young
captain prepared to break all the rules stand in their way...
Thunder At Dawn is an edge-of-the-seat naval adventure that
combines thrilling story-telling with meticulous research, perfect
for readers of Alexander Fullerton, Julian Stockwin and Philip
McCutchan. Praise for Alan Evans'I think a 21 gun salute is
required...Alan Evans has produced a cracking thriller' Daily
Mirror 'Evans provides a different sea story, sustained suspense
and vivid battle scenes' Publishers Weekly
A renegade commander must take matters into his own hands in this
epic First World War thriller.Summer, 1917: Britain is losing the
war against the deadly German U-boats. After close fought action,
Commander David Cochrane Smith uncovers what he believes is a
deadly plot against Britain from a dying German sailor. Code-named
Swordbearer, it could turn the tide of the war in Germany's favour.
But, already under suspicion, his warnings fall on deaf ears. With
just one one ancient destroyer, a turtle-back 'thirty-knotter'
known as Bloody Mary, under his command and a hostile commanding
office, he must wage this battle on his own. Smith must solve the
riddle and stake his own life to save his country... This vivid and
high-octane thriller is perfect for fans of Douglas Reeman,
Alexander Kent and Patrick O'Brien. Praise for Alan Evans'Terrific
action at sea on land and in the air...breathless pace. Evans ranks
as a top adventure writer' Publishers Weekly
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