WAVES ON THE POTOMAC - Softcover

Bush, R Ann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0998748250 ISBN 13: 9780998748252

Publisher: Konstellation Press, 2022

Synopsis

Not all victories happen on the battlefield…Some wars are won in small rooms behind closed doors.

An extraordinary story inspired by real World War II Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES), this gripping novel is a testament to the unsung heroines of World War II and their invaluable contributions to the war effort.

In 1942, young math teacher Meg Burke left the haven of her parent’s working-class home in Brooklyn to join the U. S. Navy. As a codebreaker, working on a top-secret project, she faces skepticism as she navigates a male-dominated world. Her determination and resilience drive her to excel in her field, ultimately unraveling enemy secrets that could turn the tide of the war.

Based on a true coming-of-age story, WAVES on the Potomac combines historical accuracy with captivating storytelling. Readers will be drawn into Meg's world, rooting for her as she defies societal norms and faces unimaginable challenges. This gripping novel is a testament to the unsung heroines of World War II and their invaluable contributions to the war effort.

About this title

About the Author

R. Ann Bush conducted archival research and oral history transcription while completing her Masters in Women's History at the University of London. Weaving her family's stories with primary sources, she brings WAVES to life. Her characters are fictional, but their stories are true. Ann lives in San Diego with her husband and two sons.

Edition details

• Publisher: Konstellation Press
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0998748250
• ISBN 13: 9780998748252
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 456