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Don’t miss the thrilling new novel from Kate Quinn, The Briar Club, coming July 9th!
“The reigning queen of historical fiction” — Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Lions of Fifth Avenue
The New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Huntress and The Alice Network returns with another heart-stopping World War II story of three female code breakers at Bletchley Park and the spy they must root out after the war is over.
1940. As England prepares to fight the Nazis, three very different women answer the call to mysterious country estate Bletchley Park, where the best minds in Britain train to break German military codes. Vivacious debutante Osla is the girl who has everything—beauty, wealth, and the dashing Prince Philip of Greece sending her roses—but she burns to prove herself as more than a society girl, and puts her fluent German to use as a translator of decoded enemy secrets. Imperious self-made Mab, product of east-end London poverty, works the legendary codebreaking machines as she conceals old wounds and looks for a socially advantageous husband. Both Osla and Mab are quick to see the potential in local village spinster Beth, whose shyness conceals a brilliant facility with puzzles, and soon Beth spreads her wings as one of the Park’s few female cryptanalysts. But war, loss, and the impossible pressure of secrecy will tear the three apart.
1947. As the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip whips post-war Britain into a fever, three friends-turned-enemies are reunited by a mysterious encrypted letter–the key to which lies buried in the long-ago betrayal that destroyed their friendship and left one of them confined to an asylum. A mysterious traitor has emerged from the shadows of their Bletchley Park past, and now Osla, Mab, and Beth must resurrect their old alliance and crack one last code together. But each petal they remove from the rose code brings danger–and their true enemy–closer…
ASIN : B089SZJF11
Editore : William Morrow Paperbacks (9 marzo 2021)
Lingua : Inglese
Dimensioni file : 9231 KB
Da testo a voce : Abilitato
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Memo : Su Kindle Scribe
Lunghezza stampa : 656 pagine
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Absolutely loved it
What a journey! I feel like I’ve been transported back in time (1939) and have just returned to the present after reading the last page!This book! It was completely engrossing! It was like a warm blanket that I could wrap around me and forget where I was! Each character was like someone I knew personally and their story of love, hardship, friendship and loss was my own story!This is the tale of Osla, Mab and Beth, three young women from different backgrounds, who meet in Bletchley Park during the war and become best friends. Each of them has a particular trait that helps them to decipher the enigma machine that the Germans used to send decoded messages during the war! When disaster strikes their friendship seems to be broken forever. That is until one of them is locked up in an asylum with too many dangerous secrets to keep.When she turns to her old friends for help, the girls have to put aside their grudges to expose a traitor who worked among them at Bletchley Park.These women go through so much together it’s heartbreaking!The story alternates between two timelines, which I always find fascinating. One is set during the war and the other is set just days before the royal wedding between Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip takes place in 1947.Needless to say, it had me cheering, crying, laughing and screaming in outrage with some of the characters. If you’re a history buff you can’t miss this one!From the description of the girls’ clothing to Glenn Miller’s music and the language, the author did a phenomenal job of setting the mood!Now please excuse me while I go find every other book Kate Quinn has ever written!Canât wait for the mini series now!
Hook, line and sinker
He he, itâs a book reference⦠So read it to find it!Itâs a bit heavy, but the story is compelling and it kept me on the edge of my seat (or bed, since I kept reading into the wee hours of the night) and I want to forget it so I can enjoy it all over again. Iâm trying to cut it short (I could write pages on these pages, there are so many things to analyse), so Iâll just say: youâll understand only if you read it, and I assure you itâs worth it. Absolutely topping.
The Rose Code
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“The Rose Code” by Kate Quinn is a captivating novel that sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of women during World War II. Set against the backdrop of Bletchley Park, the story follows a group of brilliant women who operate the spy code-breaking machines, playing a crucial role in the war effort.What I loved most about this book is its emphasis on the important role women played during wartime. In a time when their contributions were often overshadowed or forgotten, “The Rose Code” celebrates their intelligence, resilience, and bravery. It’s a powerful reminder of the impact women can have, even in the face of adversity.As a lover of historical fiction, I found myself completely engrossed in the world Kate Quinn has created. The characters are richly drawn, the plot is intricately woven, and the historical detail is impeccable. It’s a story that not only entertains but also educates, shedding light on a fascinating chapter of history.In conclusion, I highly recommend “The Rose Code” to anyone who enjoys a compelling historical novel. It’s a gripping tale of friendship, sacrifice, and the indomitable spirit of women in wartime. Trust me, you won’t be able to put it down!
Una historia increÃble, relatada de una forma divertida y original. Personajes completamente diferentes pero cada uno especial a su manera.Me encantó.
I stumbled upon this author quite by accident and was astonished to realize that I had discovered a treasure. You may find the synopsis elsewhere, what I want you to know is that Kate Quinn is a gifted raconteur. The characters are complex and multi-layered, as is the plot and the narrative. Riveting, and at times harrowing, this is the best book I have read in decades. This is outside of my usual genre, but has opened a whole new world for me. I will use her other books as rewards for good behavior. If I lose 10 pounds or save someone’s life, I may read another one.
Once you start and if you like historical fiction, this novel is very readable. Had a great time reading this book!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, well written and gripping