Meg Waite Clayton Knihy

Píše sa rok 1936. V očiach pätnásťročného Stephana Neumana sú nacisti len hluční grobiani. Stephan pochádza z vplyvnej židovskej rodiny a je nádejným autorom divadelných hier. Chlapcovou najlepšou kamarátkou je matematicky nadaná Žofie-Helene, kresťanka, ktorej matka vydáva pokrokové protinacistické noviny. Ovládnutie krajiny Hitlerom dvojicou otrasie. Svetielko nádeje sa objaví v podobe Truus Wijsmullerovej, členky holandského odbojového hnutia. Truus pašuje židovské deti z nacistického Nemecka do krajín, ktoré sú ochotné sa o ne postarať. Keď pomoc ponúkne aj Veľká Británia, odváži sa priblížiť k Adolfovi Eichmannovi, mužovi, ktorý sa podieľal na konečnom riešení židovskej otázky. Truus bojuje s časom. Každým dňom je čoraz nemožnejšie zachrániť takých, ako je Stephan, jeho malý brat Walter či Žofie-Helene. Román Posledný vlak do Londýna je inšpirovaný skutočným úsilím Holanďanky Geertruidy Wijsmullerovej-Meijerovej, ktorá v roku 1933 rozbehla misiu Kindertransport a zachraňovala deti po menších skupinách. Dodnes ju svet pozná ako tetu Truus.

The New York Times bestselling author of The Last Train to London revisits the dark early days of the German occupation in France in this haunting novel--a love story and a tale of high-stakes danger and incomparable courage--about a young American heiress who helps artists hunted by the Nazis escape from war-torn Europe. Wealthy, beautiful Naneé was born with a spirit of adventure that transcends her Midwestern roots. For her, learning to fly is freedom. When German tanks roll across the border and into Paris, this woman with an adorable dog and a generous heart joins the resistance. Known as the Postmistress because she delivers information to those in hiding, Naneé uses her charms and skill to house the hunted and deliver them to safety. Inspired by the real life Chicago heiress Mary Jayne Gold, who worked with American journalist Varian Fry to smuggle artists and intellectuals out of France, Meg Waite Clayton has fashioned a sweeping tale of romance and danger, set in a world aflame with personal and political passion. The Postmistress of Paris is the haunting story of an indomitable woman whose strength, bravery, and love is a beacon of hope in a time of terror.

Normandy, 1944. To cover the fighting in France, Jane, a reporter for the Nashville Banner, and Liv, an Associated Press photographer, have endured enormous danger and frustrating obstacles. Encouraged by her husband, the editor of a New York newspaper, Liv s determined to be the first photographer to reach Paris with the Allies, and capture its freedom from the Nazis."

Five young California homemakers forge a bond of friendship that sustains them through the turbulent 1960s and beyond. Meeting weekly, the Wednesday Sisters share a love of writing, literary classics, and the Miss America Pageant--in a moving testament to the mysterious link between friends

The reunion of Mia, Laney, Betts, and Ginger takes a tumultuous turn when Senate hearings reveal a long-hidden secret from their past. Seeking refuge at a summer house on the Chesapeake Bay, the friends confront unresolved issues and buried memories, forcing them to reckon with the darker aspects of their history. As they navigate the complexities of their relationships, the revelations threaten to alter their lives and the bonds they share forever.

A literary friendship between headstrong journalist Martha Gellhorn and Ernest Hemingway flourishes into romance throughout their coverage of the Spanish Civil War, a period that establishes Martha's career and inspires Hemingway's Nobel-prize winning masterpiece.

This book explores themes of social justice and personal struggle, weaving together narratives that highlight the complexities of human relationships and societal issues. The characters navigate their lives through challenging circumstances, reflecting on their identities and the world around them. With a compelling storyline, the author delves into the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by individuals, making it a thought-provoking read that resonates with contemporary issues. The recognition as a finalist for the Bellwether Prize underscores its significance in literature.

Exploring the complex relationships between mothers and daughters, this novel delves into the secrets and dreams that shape their lives across generations. With a narrative style reminiscent of Kristin Hannah and Karen Joy Fowler, it promises an emotional journey that highlights the bonds and challenges faced by women. The author, known for her bestselling works, weaves a rich tapestry of familial connections and personal growth, inviting readers to reflect on their own legacies.

Eigentlich wollte Nelly Grace mit ihrem Vater Patrick, einem berühmten Fotografen, nichts mehr zu tun haben, denn allzu sehr hat sie in ihrer Jugend unter seiner langen Abwesenheit leiden müssen. Doch nun zwingt der Tod ihres Mannes sie, mit ihren beiden Kindern ausgerechnet auf Patricks Farm Zuflucht zu suchen. Hier, in der Gegend um Baltimore, sind edle Pferde und altes Geld zu Hause, und bald lernt Nelly die reiche und angesehene Emma kennen, vor der sich alle ein wenig fürchten. Nur Nelly gelingt es, das Vertrauen der gestrengen Jagdreiterin zu gewinnen – und das ihres gut aussehenden Sohnes. Bald aber muss sie erkennen, dass Emma ein dunkles Geheimnis hütet, das auch Nellys Leben und ihre aufkeimende neue Liebe zu zerstören droht ...