{"product_id":"9780008324261_the-secret-messenger","title":"The Secret Messenger","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe highly awaited new novel from the internationally bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe German Midwife\u003c\/em\u003e (also published as \u003cem\u003eA Woman of War\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenice, 1943\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe world is at war, and Stella Jilani is leading a double life. By day she works in the lion’s den as a typist for the Reich; by night, she risks her life as a messenger for the Italian resistance. Against all odds, Stella must impart Nazi secrets, smuggle essential supplies and produce an underground newspaper on her beloved typewriter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when German commander General Breugal becomes suspicious, it seems he will stop at nothing to find the mole, and Stella knows her future could be in jeopardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLondon, 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYears later, Luisa Belmont finds a mysterious old typewriter in her attic. Determined to find out who it belonged to, Luisa delves into the past and uncovers a story of fierce love, unimaginable sacrifice and, ultimately, the worst kind of betrayal…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet between German-occupied 1940s Venice and modern-day London, this is a fascinating tale of the bravery of everyday women in the darkest corners of WWII, for readers of \u003cem\u003eThe Tattooist of Auschwitz\u003c\/em\u003e by Heather Morris.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Secret Messenger\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Intriguing, pacy and fascinating.’ Suzanne Goldring, author of \u003cem\u003eMy Name is Eva\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Unique, emotional and life-affirming.’ Melanie Hudson, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Last Letter from Juliet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A beautifully written novel, perfect for historical fiction lovers.’ Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Girls of Pearl Harbor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Another fantastic page-turner.’ LP Fergusson, author of \u003cem\u003eA Dangerous Act of Kindness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I felt I was walking alongside Stella over bridges and along canals at every heartstopping moment… Wonderful.’ Molly Green, author of \u003cem\u003eAn Orphan’s Wish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘One of the stronger novels that pays homage to the women involved in the movements of resistance.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Refreshingly different. Even if you think you have read enough war books this year I strongly recommend you read this one.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘If you like WWII stories, this is a must read.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Marvellous and highly recommended story on a little known aspect of World War II.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The characters are well thought out, the historical background is vivid and well described, and the plot is gripping.’ Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mandy Robotham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46897371840661,"sku":"9780008324261","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008324261_e66ea742-8a32-4857-ba1e-2db361f93d9e.jpg?v=1776888602","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008324261_the-secret-messenger","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}