Adeline, a mute who takes refuge in a convent, haunted by memories of her past; Sebastien, a young Jewish banker whose love for the beautiful Isabelle will change the course of his life dramatically; Tristan, a nine-year-old boy, whose family moves from Paris to settle in a village that is seemingly untouched by war. Utterly compelling and with a shocking true story at its core, The Silent Hours is an unforgettable portrayal of love and loss.
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Review:
A gripping mystery, with an epic sweep, The Silent Hours is a wonderfully assured debut. --Rowan Coleman, author of THE MEMORY BOOK
A gripping, fictional account of a real event in wartime France, told with a sensuous clarity. A haunting and illuminating debut novel. --Wendy Wallace, author of THE PAINTED BRIDGE
The Silent Hours is an evocative and beautifully written debut. This skilfully woven story had me transfixed from the very first page. Cesca Major is an exciting new talent to watch. --Amanda Jennings, author of THE JUDAS SCAR
A powerful and haunting exploration of love and loss in war. --Leah Fleming, author of THE POSTCARD
Book Description:
A story of love and loss inspired by heartrending true events in the Unoccupied Zone of wartime France
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- PublisherWhole Story Audiobooks
- Publication date2016
- ISBN 10 1510013423
- ISBN 13 9781510013421
- BindingAudio CD
- Number of pages8
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