The Fortunate Ones: Beautiful and heartbreaking World War 2 historical fiction - Softcover

Hokin, Catherine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1838881182 ISBN 13: 9781838881184

Publisher: Bookouture, 2020

Synopsis

Every day he stood exactly where he was directed. He listened for his number, shouted his answer in the freezing cold. He was ragged and he was starving, but he was alive. He was one of the fortunate ones whom fate had left standing. And he needed to stay that way. For her.

Germany, 1941. When Felix first spots Inge across a dimly lit dancefloor, it’s clear they come from two different worlds. It doesn’t matter – the joy in her face when she dances makes his heart skip a beat. The next time they see each other, it will be across the packed courtyard of a Nazi concentration camp.

Felix never thought of himself as Jewish until the soldiers came to take him away. And Inge never knew that her father’s ‘party loyalty’ would extend to marrying her off to a cruel Nazi officer twice her age.

Now, as Inge meets Felix’s gaze as he’s herded through a crowded courtyard in Sachsenhausen concentration camp, her heart is ripped in two. She knows she must save him, whatever the cost, whatever her husband might do to her later…

A gripping and beautiful wartime love story about two people facing impossible odds – heartbreaking, moving and unforgettable. Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, We Were the Lucky Ones and The Alice Network.

What readers are saying about The Fortunate Ones:

***** ‘What an amazing read, well written emotional and very compelling… I was totally absorbed in the story and I would love to give it 10 stars. One of my best reads this year. I can't begin to say how much I loved this book, I couldn't put it down, absolutely brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer

***** ‘Heartbreaking... I cried many, many times…This story showed just how important hope can be.... The historical detail Hokin poured into this book through her research was simply phenomenal. The Fortunate Ones is a must-read.’ Goodreads reviews

***** ‘This was a wonderful story about romance, life, and survival. I could not put it down… heartbreaking.’ Crossroad Reviews

***** ‘This story just swept me away… I was left speechless… just wow!!... I do recommend a box of tissues… This book will have you turning the pages.’ Red Headed Book Lady blog

***** ‘I stayed up all hours to finish this book. There were moments I could barely breathe. A fantastic and compelling read if you like suspense, WWII, and stories that aren’t always tied neatly with a bow.’ Goodreads reviewer

***** ‘What an extraordinary, engaging story. It moved me to undiscovered heights of understanding and compassion. A novel that will stay in my mind forever.’ Goodreads reviewer

***** ‘Contained within a richly detailed narrative was a story that spoke of prevalence of the human spirit, both resilient and beatific, bowed but never broken by the unfathomable horrors of war. Captivating. Sobering. Unflinching. 5+ stars.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘The writing is deeply moving, so much detail is cleverly woven throughout to make this a vivid and entrancing read. Strong characters make this such a gripping read.’ NetGalley reviewer

‘From the first to the very last page this story was a sheer joy to read. One of hope, despair, love and loss and history combined this book has it all. Thoroughly recommend.’ Goodreads reviewer

Edition details

• Publisher: Bookouture
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1838881182
• ISBN 13: 9781838881184
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 344