In 1940 Hitler got himself an atomic bomb however it cannot be delivered by air. Hermann Göring is tasked with delivering the bomb to London, risking his career
Part historical fiction part art history the story follows Catrin working in Delft create Delft Blue literature. Appearances by masters such as Rembrandt
Colonel George St. Leger Grenfell, has tried to make a name for himself, he meets extraordinary people, and lives long enough to see himself become the villain.
While the story is told from the view point of several people, it is about Mrs. Ella May Wiggins, and her struggles in work and personal life.
The narrative merges fact and fiction, to tell two stories that even though are worlds apart, are still connected through a common language, ideology, politics, and art.
As in the first book, I loved the historical research and detailed portrayal of the Middle Ages in England.
Silence in the Desert by David Longridge – 3 school friends join the French Foreign Legion, the The Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Luftwaffe during World War II
I enjoyed this book very much, it is smart, fast, and entertaining.
The author doesn’t paint Spain with rose colored glasses, he talks about bigotry, the horrible Inquisition, commerce, and economic inequality
Ms. Baites created an interesting narrative, combining it with informative information and fascinating characters
