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Revell (2024), 400 pages
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"After fleeing the Nazi invasion of the Netherlands, Aleida's search for her missing child sets her on a collision course with Hugh, a charismatic BBC radio correspondent. During the London Blitz, they will risk their lives to discover the truth--and find a connection closer than they could have ever imagined"--
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Sarah Sundin is an exceptional author who possesses a remarkable talent for storytelling, particularly in the realm of historical fiction, with a focus on World War 2. Her novel, Embers in the London Sky, proved to be an exhilarating and deeply moving experience. The immersive quality of Sundin's
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writing is truly captivating, as she skillfully crafts an atmospheric setting that transports readers to the heart of London during this tumultuous time.
One of the most captivating aspects of Sundin's work is her ability to create flawed characters that resonate with readers on a profound level. These characters are incredibly relatable, as they navigate through their own personal struggles and challenges. The depth of their emotions and the heart-wrenching nature of their individual journeys draw readers into their world, evoking a strong sense of empathy and connection.
In addition to the compelling characters, Embers in the London Sky also offers a gripping and suspenseful plot. Sundin expertly weaves mystery and danger throughout the narrative, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The gradual development of a tender love story adds another layer of depth to the novel, allowing readers to become fully invested in the lives of the characters.
Overall, this beautiful story is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and inspiring narratives. Sarah Sundin's masterful storytelling, combined with the immersive setting, relatable characters, and intriguing plot, make Embers in the London Sky a truly unforgettable reading experience. Show Less
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LibraryThing member alekee
This read did pull on my heartstrings, such cruelty, and at a time when people are fleeing for their lives as the evil was spreading over Europe.
I really can't comprehend how Aledia moved on, but she gets a job in London trying to help children, and all the while she is looking for her son. She is
We don't only have bombings going on, but sadly murders, and while ducking the bombs, you never know if your safe.
Sarah Sundin gives us a in-debth look at London during this time, along with visits to the countryside, and what is happening with the children that are being sent there for their safety.
This is a real page turner for answers and I kept changing my mind as to was committing the murders, and in the end I was wrong!
Now I can't wait for the next book in this series!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Revell, and was not required to give a positive review.
I really can't comprehend how Aledia moved on, but she gets a job in London trying to help children, and all the while she is looking for her son. She is
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put in the path of BBC radio correspondent Hugh, and there is some sweet romance here.We don't only have bombings going on, but sadly murders, and while ducking the bombs, you never know if your safe.
Sarah Sundin gives us a in-debth look at London during this time, along with visits to the countryside, and what is happening with the children that are being sent there for their safety.
This is a real page turner for answers and I kept changing my mind as to was committing the murders, and in the end I was wrong!
Now I can't wait for the next book in this series!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Revell, and was not required to give a positive review.
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LibraryThing member EstherFilbrun
Sarah Sundin has become one of my new favorite authors. I’ve only read two of her books so far, but they were both excellent—and this one knocked it out of the park for me!
I’ve always loved books that have a family element in them, and this book’s central plot about a mother’s search for
One of the biggest things I loved about this book, besides the characters, was the way history shone through these pages. Seeing the devastation and evacuation of Dunkirk and, later, the Blitz through the eyes of someone working for the BBC was fascinating. It was also fascinating to learn a little about the evacuation of children from London (and what they may have experienced)—having read a little about it in C.S. Lewis’ works, it was fun to get another perspective in another book.
History, a dash of mystery, some sweet romance…I adored this story, and can’t wait to see what Sundin comes out with next! To be fair, I did think part of the ending was slightly unrealistic, but it was sweet, all the same. Overall, it was a fast, heartwarming read. Recommended to anyone who likes a good dose of history along with a gripping story.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book, and this is my honest opinion of it.
I’ve always loved books that have a family element in them, and this book’s central plot about a mother’s search for
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her son hit all the right notes for me. As soon as I started chapter one, I was able to connect with Aleida, and as she took her journey (literally and figuratively), I quickly became even more invested in her. Then there’s Hugh, and his journey…quite different, in many ways, but still relatable and gripping.One of the biggest things I loved about this book, besides the characters, was the way history shone through these pages. Seeing the devastation and evacuation of Dunkirk and, later, the Blitz through the eyes of someone working for the BBC was fascinating. It was also fascinating to learn a little about the evacuation of children from London (and what they may have experienced)—having read a little about it in C.S. Lewis’ works, it was fun to get another perspective in another book.
History, a dash of mystery, some sweet romance…I adored this story, and can’t wait to see what Sundin comes out with next! To be fair, I did think part of the ending was slightly unrealistic, but it was sweet, all the same. Overall, it was a fast, heartwarming read. Recommended to anyone who likes a good dose of history along with a gripping story.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book, and this is my honest opinion of it.
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LibraryThing member KateBaxter
Wow! What a great story set in WWII London.
Widowed Aleida van der Zee Martens flees German occupied Netherlands in 1940 and is separated from her three-year old son during that flight. She gets a job with with the British agency responsible for evacuating children to the countryside as the German
Meanwhile, news correspondent, Hugh Collingwood has struggles of his own, not the least of which is being young and unfit for duty, no matter how hard he tried. So he does the next best thing and reports the war as it rains down on London - well at least as much as he is permitted to report under the censorship rules. Then on top of it all, there's a murderer afoot, who appears to be targeting those sensitive to the refugees' plight.
Eventually, Aleida and Hugh combine forces to aid each other in their respective challenges. A spark is lit and the duo is invincible. But will Aleida find her son and will Hugh get to the bottom of the murderous plot?
The writing is well-crafted. The research which went into the story's telling is herculean and spot on. The setting of scene is cinematic in scope and at times horrific in the telling. The characters are so well developed that their stories tug at the readers' heartstrings. All in all, this was a beautifully written story. I just wish the ending were a little less campy.
I am grateful to Revell Books for having provided an uncorrected digital galley of this book through LibraryThing Early Reviewers and Netgalley. Their generosity, however, has not influenced this review - the words of which are mine alone.
Publisher: Revell (division of Baker Publishing Group)
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
No. of Pages: 400
ISBN No.: 978-0800741853
Widowed Aleida van der Zee Martens flees German occupied Netherlands in 1940 and is separated from her three-year old son during that flight. She gets a job with with the British agency responsible for evacuating children to the countryside as the German
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war machine pummels the cities and industrial centers of England. Aleida is ever hopeful that she'll get a lead on her son's whereabouts while making her rounds of the evacuation centers. Meanwhile, news correspondent, Hugh Collingwood has struggles of his own, not the least of which is being young and unfit for duty, no matter how hard he tried. So he does the next best thing and reports the war as it rains down on London - well at least as much as he is permitted to report under the censorship rules. Then on top of it all, there's a murderer afoot, who appears to be targeting those sensitive to the refugees' plight.
Eventually, Aleida and Hugh combine forces to aid each other in their respective challenges. A spark is lit and the duo is invincible. But will Aleida find her son and will Hugh get to the bottom of the murderous plot?
The writing is well-crafted. The research which went into the story's telling is herculean and spot on. The setting of scene is cinematic in scope and at times horrific in the telling. The characters are so well developed that their stories tug at the readers' heartstrings. All in all, this was a beautifully written story. I just wish the ending were a little less campy.
I am grateful to Revell Books for having provided an uncorrected digital galley of this book through LibraryThing Early Reviewers and Netgalley. Their generosity, however, has not influenced this review - the words of which are mine alone.
Publisher: Revell (division of Baker Publishing Group)
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
No. of Pages: 400
ISBN No.: 978-0800741853
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LibraryThing member starbritejan
A story taking place during WWII of a young woman leaving the Netherlands to seek refuge in London. Along the way she is separated from her young son. With great determination, she seeks help in locating him. With German bombers dropping bombs in London, will she have run out of time to find him?
LibraryThing member caslater83
Oh goodness! What a great book! Sarah Sundlin did not disappoint! She created this beginning that made me sad, mad, and angry for Theo and Aleida. But as the story progress, you see so much growth in Aleida. She is so much more than a mother. She is a voice for the voiceless.
Hugh comes from a
On paper, Aleida and Hugh are wrong for each other. Wrong backgrounds, different educations, cultures, etc. But when you put them in the same room, it doesn't take long to realize how good they are for each other and how well they work together.
I'm already looking forward to Sundlin's next book. If it's as good as this book, I'll be thrilled!
Hugh comes from a
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rather stuffy background. Unlike most of his peers, he's willing to put in hard work to do something that matters. He cares about his country and his countrymen. He doesn't want to hide behind a title or his medical condition. I have so much respect and admiration for people who want to do something worthy.On paper, Aleida and Hugh are wrong for each other. Wrong backgrounds, different educations, cultures, etc. But when you put them in the same room, it doesn't take long to realize how good they are for each other and how well they work together.
I'm already looking forward to Sundlin's next book. If it's as good as this book, I'll be thrilled!
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LibraryThing member grammy57
I truly enjoyed this book. It kept my interest throughout. The characters were well developed and the storyline flowed well. A bit of history mixed with a bit of mystery.
If you enjoy clean, historical fiction that is not at all preachy I recommend you read this book.
If you enjoy clean, historical fiction that is not at all preachy I recommend you read this book.
LibraryThing member Robin.Willson
WW2 Christian Historical romance. Expertly written. I became attached right away to Aleida as she's trying to take her son and secretly run away from her husband and also from Netherlands because of the German invasion. Her plans are derailed, and she finds herself in an awful situation as she
I received this book free from the author, publisher and NetGalley book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
#EmbersInTheLondonSky #NetGalley #SarahSundin #BooksYouCanFeelGoodAbout #Revell #ChristianHistoricalFiction #FiveStarBooks
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loses her son to strangers. When she gets to England and her wealthy family she continues to search for her son. Her son has a deformity that her husband hated. Hugh works for the BBC as a broadcaster reporter and is hiding that he has asthma. There are murders of people whom they care for and a mystery to solve as they search for her son. Smoothly written, small bits of information expertly woven into their story so that you can almost figure out who the murderer is. Tense and heartbreaking all the way through as they deal with the war as well as their personal problems. Excellent read. I received this book free from the author, publisher and NetGalley book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
#EmbersInTheLondonSky #NetGalley #SarahSundin #BooksYouCanFeelGoodAbout #Revell #ChristianHistoricalFiction #FiveStarBooks
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LibraryThing member emmyson
You just can't go wrong with Sarah Sundin. This book was brilliant, gorgeous, and one of my favorites. I loved how Aleida and Hugh came together. They were so real to me and so amazing together. I've always been interested in the Blitz, and I love how Sarah weaves WWII events into her stories. I
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LibraryThing member tealadytoo
In this novel, Sarah Sundin continues her latest trend in WWII set novels, featuring non-military characters caught up in the war in Great Britain and Europe. In this story, Aleida is a young mother fleeing the Nazi invasion of the Netherlands with her abusive husband and toddler son. Her husband
We also learn of the role of radio news in WWII both the from the BBC, where the hero, Hugh works as a correspondent and from American correspondents such as Edward R. Murrow who kept Americans aware of the crisis in Europe before we became directly involved.
Hugh and Aleida are drawn together through her search, her war work, and through a puzzling murder investigation they both are caught up in.
It's a fascinating tale on many levels, with personal growth, pathos, suspense and heartfelt emotion. The love story is touching, but not overdone. It's a satisfying story and well worth reading.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
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steals their son (who he despises due to a minor deformity of the hand) and hands him off to a British couple "for his safety" and refuses to divulge what happened to him to Aleida before his own death from a Nazi strafing. Aleida then escapes to relatives in England and begins a desperate search for her lost boy. Through her story, we become acquainted with the story of refugees in WWII Britain, and of British children evacuated to the countryside for safety.We also learn of the role of radio news in WWII both the from the BBC, where the hero, Hugh works as a correspondent and from American correspondents such as Edward R. Murrow who kept Americans aware of the crisis in Europe before we became directly involved.
Hugh and Aleida are drawn together through her search, her war work, and through a puzzling murder investigation they both are caught up in.
It's a fascinating tale on many levels, with personal growth, pathos, suspense and heartfelt emotion. The love story is touching, but not overdone. It's a satisfying story and well worth reading.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
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LibraryThing member NadineC.Keels
The poignant picture of a mother's love under the furious, deep red burning of the sky immediately drew me to this historical ChristFic novel. Having already read other WWII fiction by this author, I had little doubt about getting drawn into the story itself.
What I didn't plan on was having my
Now, although I was into Aleida and Hugh's growing friendship, I can't say that I was into their romance. A mixed tangle of complex feelings come after suffering years of abuse as serious as Aleida went through, and I don't feel like the story shows much complexity there. I also didn't feel convinced that Aleida was ready for romance once it progressed to that level. At that point, as her feelings for Hugh seemed to ride the up-and-down wave of her hope as a mother, it wasn't completely clear to me how Aleida felt about Hugh himself. Just Hugh, in his own right.
Also, there are parts in the story where the characters jump to extremes or absolutes, saying "never" or essentially judging that "it's all over—forever" so fast. I tend to find the drama in a story to have more convincing tension when characters wrestle in a place of uncertain questions, as doubt, disbelief, and the weighing of unknowns often leave humans unsure of exactly what to think for the time being. Or unable to say what may happen in the future.
On a different note, my favorite theme in the story is the question of different consequences concerning speaking up or not, telling the truth or not, on national and international levels as well as more personal. Particularly, this theme was (for me) the most interesting issue related to Hugh's career.
Revell provided me with a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
What I didn't plan on was having my
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heart crunched and tears to dab at before I was even a third of the way through the book. Yes, you come into a story like this expecting tragedy, but two of the early scenes really got me. (More tears arrived as some stuff came full circle later on, but those were tears of a different type.)Now, although I was into Aleida and Hugh's growing friendship, I can't say that I was into their romance. A mixed tangle of complex feelings come after suffering years of abuse as serious as Aleida went through, and I don't feel like the story shows much complexity there. I also didn't feel convinced that Aleida was ready for romance once it progressed to that level. At that point, as her feelings for Hugh seemed to ride the up-and-down wave of her hope as a mother, it wasn't completely clear to me how Aleida felt about Hugh himself. Just Hugh, in his own right.
Also, there are parts in the story where the characters jump to extremes or absolutes, saying "never" or essentially judging that "it's all over—forever" so fast. I tend to find the drama in a story to have more convincing tension when characters wrestle in a place of uncertain questions, as doubt, disbelief, and the weighing of unknowns often leave humans unsure of exactly what to think for the time being. Or unable to say what may happen in the future.
On a different note, my favorite theme in the story is the question of different consequences concerning speaking up or not, telling the truth or not, on national and international levels as well as more personal. Particularly, this theme was (for me) the most interesting issue related to Hugh's career.
Revell provided me with a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
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LibraryThing member Virginia51
I loved this wonderful WWll novel. I loved that this story is different than other WWll novels that I have read. I enjoyed learning a bit of how the BBC ran during the war. I loved learning about how the children were treated that were removed to the countryside. I loved the romance between Aleida
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and Hugh. I loved that there was a bit of action in the story also. I received a copy of the book from the publisher for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. Show Less
LibraryThing member fcplcataloger
She'd found her son, only to have him ripped from her arms again.
Once. Twice. Thrice
As I read this heartbreaking story, I couldn't help wondering how I would have survived the trauma of being separated from my child, but even worse, losing him during wartime. Would I have been as determined as
I can always count on the historical gems and the faith nuggets that Sundin weaves into her books. I wasn't aware of the huge number of children who were separated from their families in World War II, and Sundin reminds us that refugees have always been met with resistance! Embers in the London Sky is a soul-searching combination of history, mystery, and faith; and I highly recommend this engrossing story to all who enjoy historical Christian romance.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via Revell Reads. There was no obligation for a positive review.
Once. Twice. Thrice
As I read this heartbreaking story, I couldn't help wondering how I would have survived the trauma of being separated from my child, but even worse, losing him during wartime. Would I have been as determined as
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Aleida or would I have spent my life grieving for the three-year-old who was taken from me? Author Sarah Sundin shares Aleida's emotional journey, beginning in The Netherlands in 1940, and leading her to London as she frantically searches for her little boy Theo. The dangers of WWII are always present, and the heartache never subsides, but Embers in the London Sky has so much more. Friendship, romance, and faith renewed; questions, murder, and the atrocities suffered during this war!I can always count on the historical gems and the faith nuggets that Sundin weaves into her books. I wasn't aware of the huge number of children who were separated from their families in World War II, and Sundin reminds us that refugees have always been met with resistance! Embers in the London Sky is a soul-searching combination of history, mystery, and faith; and I highly recommend this engrossing story to all who enjoy historical Christian romance.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via Revell Reads. There was no obligation for a positive review.
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LibraryThing member lifeofliterature
Full of interesting history and compelling characters, this novel is well worth the read. I liked the way the author brought the history alive through well written, detailed scenes containing fascinating history that was clearly well researched. I thought the two main characters, Aleida and Hugh,
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishing. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
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were a great match and their banter was entertaining. The abusive situation at the beginning of the novel as well as Aleida being separated from her son were hard for me to read, but I think the story ended well. The emotions of the characters were easily felt by me, and I think this is a testament to great writing. I loved the faith elements woven in the novel. There was also a bit of action in the novel that kept my attention and made the book hard to put down. Overall, I really liked this historical fiction novel and I recommend it.I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishing. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
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LibraryThing member Becky_L
“On this day, our illustrious government banned the spreading of rumors. Are we to fight censorship in occupied lands by practicing it here?”
Air raid sirens. Criss-crossing search beams looking for enemy warcraft. Bombs screaming through the night air, people crying out in terror and loss.
Aleida is in England. She is very forthright, in stark contrast to her British compatriots, and very humble. She volunteers for the government department that oversees Londoners and refugees sending their children to the country to “safety.”
Aleida volunteers to interview refugees in various areas, hoping to locate her lost 3-1/2 year old son.
Hugh is a daring correspondent who is hiding a secret, who sees the future of reporting being live broadcasting and sets up a live broadcast whenever possible. He makes enemies as he criticizes the English government’s censorship of honest news and pushes for being allowed to report live from the front, as others argue for pre-scripted news from a studio. Yes, some war secrets need to be kept, but how much control should the government of a free land exert over its people during war? “But also sobering was the thought of adopting fascism in order to fight it. Surely a better way could be found.”
Will Aleida and High survive the war between countries? The war between social classes and statuses? The fear the threatens to overtake from within, and the resistance from the fellow Allies with differing views? And will Aleida ever be reunited with her darling son, or is their relationship another casualty of the war?
Sarah Sundin is a new-to-me author and one I will def be following from now on!
I received a copy of this book from Revell via Netgalley. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.
Notable Quotables:
“What we know and what we believe can be two separate matters. We know what we know, but we don’t always know what we believe.”
“List your fears. Name those monsters, so you can fight them.”
Air raid sirens. Criss-crossing search beams looking for enemy warcraft. Bombs screaming through the night air, people crying out in terror and loss.
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Embers in the sky as fires burn. Sarah Sundin knows few, if any, of her readers were alive during WWII, so she brings the war to us. Against this backdrop she recounts the story of a young Dutch widow, Aleida Maartens, and a famous BBC radio announcer, Hugh Collingwood.Aleida is in England. She is very forthright, in stark contrast to her British compatriots, and very humble. She volunteers for the government department that oversees Londoners and refugees sending their children to the country to “safety.”
Aleida volunteers to interview refugees in various areas, hoping to locate her lost 3-1/2 year old son.
Hugh is a daring correspondent who is hiding a secret, who sees the future of reporting being live broadcasting and sets up a live broadcast whenever possible. He makes enemies as he criticizes the English government’s censorship of honest news and pushes for being allowed to report live from the front, as others argue for pre-scripted news from a studio. Yes, some war secrets need to be kept, but how much control should the government of a free land exert over its people during war? “But also sobering was the thought of adopting fascism in order to fight it. Surely a better way could be found.”
Will Aleida and High survive the war between countries? The war between social classes and statuses? The fear the threatens to overtake from within, and the resistance from the fellow Allies with differing views? And will Aleida ever be reunited with her darling son, or is their relationship another casualty of the war?
Sarah Sundin is a new-to-me author and one I will def be following from now on!
I received a copy of this book from Revell via Netgalley. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.
Notable Quotables:
“What we know and what we believe can be two separate matters. We know what we know, but we don’t always know what we believe.”
“List your fears. Name those monsters, so you can fight them.”
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LibraryThing member earthglows
A big Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my review.
I honestly wanted to love this book. It seemed like something right up my alley and it started out so good.The book alternates chapters between Aleida, a dutch woman is separated from her child as she escapes to London
The main characters are nice but they lack depth and are almost TOO perfect. Aleida is far too calm & rational for someone who has lost her child. Hugh is the perfect gentleman. And on the other end of the spectrum, the antagonists are almost TOO over the top & cartoon like. The romance was like a hallmark movie... sweet, but also cheesy and unrealistic.
There is so much going on in this book as well. A lost child, Nazi Germany, London bombings, budding romance, serial killer murder mystery, domestic abuse, Censorship reporting, etc.... It's doing too much and instead of focusing on a couple of things and really delving into those plot lines we have a story that consist of many things but only at a surface level which makes me feel like the story is lacking.
With all of that being said, I do think it was a nice story. It could have been a lot shorter and the writing was long winded & drawn out. There were lots of unnecessary paragraphs that lacked substance. BUT it was a nice story and the ending did tug at my heart strings which is why I give it 3/5 stars .
I honestly wanted to love this book. It seemed like something right up my alley and it started out so good.The book alternates chapters between Aleida, a dutch woman is separated from her child as she escapes to London
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when the German army invades the Netherlands, and Hugh Collingwood, a reporter for the BBC struggling to report the truth of what is happening vs what his boss wants to to report. What started out as a page turner quickly lulled after the first few chapters. I honestly found it so hard to continue reading. It picked back up around 60% of the way, but I had to skim over paragraphs to make it through.The main characters are nice but they lack depth and are almost TOO perfect. Aleida is far too calm & rational for someone who has lost her child. Hugh is the perfect gentleman. And on the other end of the spectrum, the antagonists are almost TOO over the top & cartoon like. The romance was like a hallmark movie... sweet, but also cheesy and unrealistic.
There is so much going on in this book as well. A lost child, Nazi Germany, London bombings, budding romance, serial killer murder mystery, domestic abuse, Censorship reporting, etc.... It's doing too much and instead of focusing on a couple of things and really delving into those plot lines we have a story that consist of many things but only at a surface level which makes me feel like the story is lacking.
With all of that being said, I do think it was a nice story. It could have been a lot shorter and the writing was long winded & drawn out. There were lots of unnecessary paragraphs that lacked substance. BUT it was a nice story and the ending did tug at my heart strings which is why I give it 3/5 stars .
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LibraryThing member TCJRogers
Embers in the London Sky takes place during World War 2. Aleida Martens escapes the Netherlands as the Nazis are invading, and she makes it safely to London. But during the evacuation, she is separated from her young son, Theodoor. She has reason to believe that he, too, made it to England, but she
I was drawn to this book, as I really enjoy historical fiction. This book sheds light on the plight of refugees in London during World War 2 and on England’s mission to protect children by sending them to live in the country, far away from the bombings. Starting off, I was drawn into the story, but a few chapters in, it seemed to slow down, and I struggled for several chapters. But it picked back up and became quite exciting. Hugh and Aleida were both likable characters, each having weaknesses and struggles that make them relatable. The story is a clean romance which is important to me, and it does involve the main characters’ faith and trust in God. Overall, I enjoyed the book, and I’ll be looking to read more by this author.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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has no idea where he ended up. She manages to find employment with the Ministry of Health in hopes that her position will allow her the opportunity to search for Theo. Hugh Collingwood is a reporter for the BBC, well-known for his on-the-ground, dynamic reports. When Hugh goes to the Ministry of Health to conduct interviews, he is introduced to Aleida, and she has the chance to tell him her plight. Although he can’t report on it, Hugh does take an interest in helping Aleida search for her son. But along the way, they find themselves also searching for clues in a series of murders. Will Aleida find her son, and will they manage to escape murder themselves?I was drawn to this book, as I really enjoy historical fiction. This book sheds light on the plight of refugees in London during World War 2 and on England’s mission to protect children by sending them to live in the country, far away from the bombings. Starting off, I was drawn into the story, but a few chapters in, it seemed to slow down, and I struggled for several chapters. But it picked back up and became quite exciting. Hugh and Aleida were both likable characters, each having weaknesses and struggles that make them relatable. The story is a clean romance which is important to me, and it does involve the main characters’ faith and trust in God. Overall, I enjoyed the book, and I’ll be looking to read more by this author.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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LibraryThing member cbcmedia
I really enjoyed this book. This historical book covered the London Blitz, refugees and the children that left the city to avoid the bombs. Probably the first book I’ve read on this part of history. The author did a great job, and I felt like I was right there with them.
I loved the characters,
This is Christian fiction with no bad language, no sex, and a wonderful faith thread woven throughout. Not overbearing but just perfect.
Sarah Sundin did it again! Another great book! I highly recommend it.
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Aleida and Hugh. Not to give anything away, but the choices that Aledia had to make and all she went through was emotional to say the least. Hugh was a great character, he was witty and humorous and I loved him! There’s a great murder mystery that kept me guessing until the end. Actually, the whole book kept me guessing. This is Christian fiction with no bad language, no sex, and a wonderful faith thread woven throughout. Not overbearing but just perfect.
Sarah Sundin did it again! Another great book! I highly recommend it.
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LibraryThing member lisaghudson
SPECTACULAR!
Author Sarah Sundin has, in my opinion, written another spectacular WWII Historical Fiction novel that will leave an indelible impression on anyone who reads it. Embers in the London Sky is the story of heartbreak, separation, death, lies, deceit, and malice. But it is so much more! It
This novel will touch you and make you think. If you do not read but one novel this year, let this be the one!
I was provided a complimentary copy of this novel by Revell and NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own and without influence.
Author Sarah Sundin has, in my opinion, written another spectacular WWII Historical Fiction novel that will leave an indelible impression on anyone who reads it. Embers in the London Sky is the story of heartbreak, separation, death, lies, deceit, and malice. But it is so much more! It
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is a beautifully told story of ordinary people who choose to live extraordinarily in the worst of times to make a difference in their corner of the world. It is the story of resilience, of bonds formed by common objectives, friends, and alliances found in unlikely places, seeking to do your heart’s calling against all odds amid war, finding the one who can not only be your best friend but your soulmate, and the depth and breadth of a Mother’s love for her child. This novel will touch you and make you think. If you do not read but one novel this year, let this be the one!
I was provided a complimentary copy of this novel by Revell and NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own and without influence.
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400 p.
Pages
400
ISBN
0800741854 / 9780800741853