Overview
Inspired by an incredible true story of two Jewish friends who survived the Holocaust, this sweeping novel of love and friendship spans World War II from Budapest to Austria and the postwar years from Naples to Caracas, perfect for fans of The German Girl and We Were the Lucky Ones. It is 1946 when Vera Frankel and her best friend Edith Ban arrive in Naples. Refugees from Hungary, they managed to escape from a train headed for Auschwitz and spent the rest of the war hiding on an Austrian farm. Now, the two young women must start new lives abroad. Armed with a letter of recommendation from an American officer, Vera finds work at the United States embassy where she falls in love with Captain Anton Wight. But as Vera and Edith grapple with the aftermath of the war, so too does Anton, and when he suddenly disappears, Vera is forced to change course. Their quest for a better life takes Vera and Edith from Naples to Ellis Island to Caracas as they start careers, reunite with old friends, and rebuild their lives after terrible loss. Moving, evocative, and compelling, this timely tale of true friendship, love, and survival will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
Full Product Details
Author: Anita Abriel ,
Jesse Vilinsky
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Audio
Dimensions:
Width: 14.20cm
, Height: 2.80cm
, Length: 14.50cm
Weight: 0.249kg
ISBN: 9781797102214
ISBN 10: 1797102214
Publication Date: 04 February 2020
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Audio
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
Takes readers to four continents as she celebrates the power of hope, optimism, and female friendship. -- Sally Koslow, author of Another Side of Paradise You'll be swept away by this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and hopeful tale of friendship, family, second chances, and the enduring power of love. -- Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author The Light After the War is a heartfelt and memorable tale of family, love, resilience, and the triumph of human spirit. -- Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author
The Light After the War is a heartfelt and memorable tale of family, love, resilience, and the triumph of human spirit. -- Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author Takes readers to four continents as she celebrates the power of hope, optimism, and female friendship. -- Sally Koslow, author of Another Side of Paradise You'll be swept away by this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and hopeful tale of friendship, family, second chances, and the enduring power of love. -- Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author
A heartfelt and memorable tale of family, love, resilience, and the triumph of human spirit. -- Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author Takes readers to four continents as she celebrates the power of hope, optimism, and female friendship. -- Sally Koslow, author of Another Side of Paradise You'll be swept away by this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and hopeful tale of friendship, family, second chances, and the enduring power of love. -- Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author
"""A heartfelt and memorable tale of family, love, resilience, and the triumph of human spirit."" -- ""Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author"" ""Takes readers to four continents as she celebrates the power of hope, optimism, and female friendship."" -- ""Sally Koslow, author of Another Side of Paradise"" ""You'll be swept away by this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and hopeful tale of friendship, family, second chances, and the enduring power of love."" -- ""Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author"""
Author Information
Anita Abriel was born in Sydney, Australia. She received a BA in English Literature with a minor in Creative Writing from Bard College, and attended UC Berkeley's Masters in Creative Writing program. She lives in California with her family and is the author of The Light After the War which was inspired by her mother's story of survival during WWII. Jesse Vilinsky is a classically trained actress and voice actor, having graduated from the USC School of Dramatic Arts and BADA in London. She has lent her voice to numerous film and television projects and has worked on various video games, animation, and commercial projects as well. As a narrator, Jesse has garnered recognition in AudioFile magazine for her expertly voiced characters and ability to bring forth the strength and truth of their stories.
