{"product_id":"9780008603434","title":"The Memory Keeper: An unputdownable and utterly emotional WW2 historical fiction novel for 2025!","description":"\u003cp\u003e'A wonderful page turner' \u003cstrong\u003eKate Galley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A beautiful and fresh twist on a familiar period of history' \u003cstrong\u003eNeema Shah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eAn utterly heart-wrenching and unputdownable novel about love, loss and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Lorna Cook and Kathryn Hughes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1940.\u003c\/strong\u003e Having grown up surrounded by nature, Bella Gardner loves nothing more than getting her hands dirty. When war breaks out, she immediately signs up for the Air Transport Auxiliary, frustrated she can’t play a more active role, yet keen to do something for the war effort. But when her brother is involved in a tragic accident, Bella must make a decision that changes the course of her life forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2014.\u003c\/strong\u003e Archaeologist Jennifer Dawson is excited when she is told about an unrecovered World War 2 Spitfire but is shocked to discover that the body of the pilot is still inside the plane. Trying to avoid her own demons, Jennifer sets out to solve the mystery of the forgotten pilot – and finds that the answer might lie a lot closer to home…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePraise for Corin Burnside:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eFive stars for this very accomplished debut\u003c\/strong\u003e, with characters that will pull your heartstrings and an intriguing mystery that made me rush through the chapters.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful romance\u003c\/strong\u003e… Loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I was \u003cstrong\u003ecompletely swept up in this epic story of love, loss and adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e… I hugely recommend this debut!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eSo well written and meticulously researched\u003c\/strong\u003e… The characters were really believable and I found it easy to picture the story in my head.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I feel like I have lost a group of friends after finishing this book… \u003cstrong\u003ea great storyline to devour\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A well written and \u003cstrong\u003ecaptivating story\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorin Burnside's The Memory Keeper is a heart-wrenching saga set in the 20th century, exploring the depths of a mother's love, a father's sacrifice, and the bond between a husband and wife amidst the chaos of war. The military setting serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Lisa Wingate (The Book of Lost Friends), Ellie Midwood (The Girl Who Escaped from Auschwitz), Ariel Lawhon (When We Had Wings), David Baldacci (Strangers in Time), and Ann Bennett (The Fortune Teller of Kathmandu).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarperCollins 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corin Burnside, Read by Peta Cornish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889053552789,"sku":"9780008603434","price":45.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008603434.jpg?v=1776888295","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008603434","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}