V for Victory
A warm and witty novel by the Sunday Times bestseller
(Autor) Lissa EvansIt's late 1944. Hitler's rockets are slamming down on London with vicious regularity and it's the coldest winter in living memory. Allied victory is on its way, but it's bloody well dragging its feet. In a large house next to Hampstead Heath, Vee Sedge is just about scraping by, with a herd of lodgers to feed, and her young charge Noel ( almost fifteen ) to clothe and educate. When she witnesses a road accident and finds herself in court, the repercussions are both unexpectedly marvellous and potentially disastrous - disastrous because Vee is not actually the person she's pretending to be, and neither is Noel.The end of the war won't just mean peace, but discovery...
Lissa Evans
Lissa Evans is a British author known for her witty and engaging storytelling. She has written several acclaimed novels, including "Their Finest Hour and a Half," which was adapted into a successful film in 2016. Evans' writing style is often characterized by its humor, warmth, and keen observations of human nature. She has made significant contributions to the literary world by creating memorable characters and compelling narratives that resonate with readers. Evans' work has had a lasting impact on the historical fiction genre, blending humor and heart in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Her most famous work, "Their Finest Hour and a Half," is a testament to her talent for crafting engaging and emotionally resonant stories that captivate audiences.
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