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A rich and gripping war story that hooked me from the first pageI was effortlessly swept into the drama' USA Today bestseller Andie NewtonDivided by war. Reunited by courage.Phoebe is a volunteer nurse at a Base Hospital in Étaples, France, treating men who've served on hte Western Front. Their courage and resilience inspires her, and though she's meant to keep her distance, Captain Archie Bailey soon captivates her heart.Her younger sister Celia is a nurse at a POW camp on the island of Jersey. These men fight for the forces that bombed her brother and parents, but long hours spent healing them shows her they aren't the monsters she expected.Despite the miles between them, both Celia and Phoebe come to see the commonality in their experiences the sense of community and friendship, the unexpected moments of love and laughter, and a bond so strong that even war can't break itReaders are loving The Poppy Sisters:What a first class read! Definitely recommend it' ?????An excellent and emo

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Readers love Deborah Carr:

‘A ‘mesmerizing’ story of a island captured by the Nazi's in World War II’ Debbie

‘I fell head over heels in love with this book…It brings to light strong female characters, who have bravery and courage to stand up for themselves and for what is right’ Jenny

‘I loved getting to know the characters and truly experiencing their rather unique predicament…a fascinating read to those who enjoy WWII fiction’ Denise

‘Absorbing and full of emotion, compassion and wisdom’ Joan

‘Very well written and a great curl up with a cuppa and get lost in the story kind of book’ Gill

‘Will pull at your heartstrings…beautifully written’ Louise

‘The story was much more meaningful knowing it was written by someone that was from the island…I enjoyed reading about the beautiful island and the community that stuck together to help each other’ Shirley

‘It ticked the boxes of love, family, strength, and character and I would recommend it for others looking for an engaging historical fiction read’ Stacey

‘An emotional story of how life changed for the residents of Jersey during the German occupation’ Ethel

The Poppy Sisters

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A Paperback / softback by Deborah Carr

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    Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
    Publication Date: 14/09/2023
    ISBN13: 9780008534615, 978-0008534615
    ISBN10: 0008534616

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    A rich and gripping war story that hooked me from the first pageI was effortlessly swept into the drama' USA Today bestseller Andie NewtonDivided by war. Reunited by courage.Phoebe is a volunteer nurse at a Base Hospital in Étaples, France, treating men who've served on hte Western Front. Their courage and resilience inspires her, and though she's meant to keep her distance, Captain Archie Bailey soon captivates her heart.Her younger sister Celia is a nurse at a POW camp on the island of Jersey. These men fight for the forces that bombed her brother and parents, but long hours spent healing them shows her they aren't the monsters she expected.Despite the miles between them, both Celia and Phoebe come to see the commonality in their experiences the sense of community and friendship, the unexpected moments of love and laughter, and a bond so strong that even war can't break itReaders are loving The Poppy Sisters:What a first class read! Definitely recommend it' ?????An excellent and emo

    Trade Review

    Readers love Deborah Carr:

    ‘A ‘mesmerizing’ story of a island captured by the Nazi's in World War II’ Debbie

    ‘I fell head over heels in love with this book…It brings to light strong female characters, who have bravery and courage to stand up for themselves and for what is right’ Jenny

    ‘I loved getting to know the characters and truly experiencing their rather unique predicament…a fascinating read to those who enjoy WWII fiction’ Denise

    ‘Absorbing and full of emotion, compassion and wisdom’ Joan

    ‘Very well written and a great curl up with a cuppa and get lost in the story kind of book’ Gill

    ‘Will pull at your heartstrings…beautifully written’ Louise

    ‘The story was much more meaningful knowing it was written by someone that was from the island…I enjoyed reading about the beautiful island and the community that stuck together to help each other’ Shirley

    ‘It ticked the boxes of love, family, strength, and character and I would recommend it for others looking for an engaging historical fiction read’ Stacey

    ‘An emotional story of how life changed for the residents of Jersey during the German occupation’ Ethel

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