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The Crystal Butterfly
A Gripping Dutch Resistance Saga of World War 2
Series: A Resistance Girl Novel
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In the depths of wartime, love emerges as an unyielding force. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through heartbreak and courage in this gripping WW2 tale. Drawing inspiration from captivating classics like The Lost Girls of Paris and The Nightingale, this book will ensnare you from the very first page.
Amsterdam, 1939
Dance is the poetry of her soul; dance is her sanctuary.
In the ruthless world of professional dance, Edda Van der Valk, a blue-blooded prima ballerina, sacrifices everything for her passion. But her dreams crumble under the weight of a relentless Russian rival. Seeking solace, she flees to a Swiss finishing school.
Amidst Germany's tightening grip on her homeland, Edda is confronted by her parents courting Hitler's Fascism. A glimmer of hope emerges when she meets Asher Hoffmann, a fellow dancer whose Jewish family sought safety in Holland. Together, they dance to forget their sorrows, only to be engulfed by betrayal and deportation.
Driven by determination, Edda joins the Dutch Resistance, defying insurmountable odds to protect Jewish families. But framed by treacherous members of the Dutch NSB, she faces arrest and is sent to Camp Westerbork—a haunting purgatory before the harrowing journey to the concentration camps. Amidst despair, she loses Ash's cherished butterfly brooch, the symbol of their love.
In this gripping historical fiction, Edda's resilience unravels as she battles against the darkness of World War II, portraying the unbreakable spirit of those who risked everything for love and freedom.
The Crystal Butterfly unveils the heart-breaking journey of an artistic spirit, who crashes down hard only to find her true wings when all hope is lost.
Series: A Resistance Girl Novel
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The Diamond Courier
An absolutely gripping, emotional, World War 2 historical novel England, 1939 Would you settle for a marriage of convenience even if your intended is your best friend? Restless and independent, Lili Hamilton dreams of becoming a radical journalist. To avoid the scandal of her broken engagement to Scotsman Iain Brodie, her traditional parents send her to finishing school in Switzerland....Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Resistance Girls Revisited
The Resistance Girls Revisited: A Reunion of Courage and Bond Le Manoir, Switzerland, 1948 Three years after the war, six remarkable women reunite at the Swiss finishing school, where they first crossed paths. Lili, Océane, Esther, Sable, Edda, and Anna, along with mothers Agnès and Madeleine, come together to celebrate their headmistress Madame Paul's 30 years of leadership. Against the...Paperback$6700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Parisian Spy
Paris, 1939 The most sought-after woman in the French Resistance. War is coming, but Océane Bell is focused on her studies. She enrols at Sorbonne Medical School in Paris and begins working at a local hospital, keeping out of politics. That is until she meets Jean-Jacques Riveau. He is a passionate and talented artist. But when the Nazis take Paris,...Paperback$5000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Norwegian Assassin
"I have loved every minute reading this series. The Norwegian Assassin captivated my mind and heart. So little is told about the struggles of Norway during WW2. And combined with Esther's search for the family, it gave a heart-wrenching insight into what it was like to be a Jewish survivor of the Nazi reign of terror." - Amazon Reviewer Her...Paperback$4500Elsewhere:$5000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Crystal Butterfly
In the depths of wartime, love emerges as an unyielding force. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through heartbreak and courage in this gripping WW2 tale. Drawing inspiration from captivating classics like The Lost Girls of Paris and The Nightingale, this book will ensnare you from the very first page. Amsterdam, 1939 Dance is the poetry of her soul; dance is...Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
In Picardy's Fields
In Picardy's Fields is one of the best WWI novels I've ever read. I especially like the emerging role of women in the military and in the medical field. Great characters, great settings, and great story." - Amazon Reviewer France, 1918 Two women. A doctor and a spy. And the deadly Great War that never seems to end. Agnès Agnès...Paperback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Highland Raven
"Wow! This turned out to be one of the best WW2 books that I've read. Both male and female readers will definitely enjoy reading The Highland Raven." -Amazon Reviewer Scotland, January 1940 From troubled society girl to diehard SOE agent. Staying strong and picking up your life when you're brought to ruin before even turning twenty seems an impossible pursuit....Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The London Spymaker
Inspired by a true story and featuring the last "resistance girl from the Swiss finishing school", The London Spymaker weaves together espionage, betrayal, and passion against the backdrop of World War II, delivering a gripping tale of resilience and secrets. London, 1942 Meet Anna Adams, the stoical spymistress of Baker Street Headquarters, as she navigates the web of secrecy, love,...Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks
Book Details
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ISBN: 9789083089249
Publisher: Hannah Byron Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 July 2023
Imprint: Hannah Byron Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 662g
Pages: 454
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The Diamond Courier
An absolutely gripping, emotional, World War 2 historical novel England, 1939 Would you settle for a marriage of convenience even if your intended is your best friend? Restless and independent, Lili Hamilton dreams of becoming a radical journalist. To avoid the scandal of her broken engagement to Scotsman Iain Brodie, her traditional parents send her to finishing school in Switzerland....Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Resistance Girls Revisited
The Resistance Girls Revisited: A Reunion of Courage and Bond Le Manoir, Switzerland, 1948 Three years after the war, six remarkable women reunite at the Swiss finishing school, where they first crossed paths. Lili, Océane, Esther, Sable, Edda, and Anna, along with mothers Agnès and Madeleine, come together to celebrate their headmistress Madame Paul's 30 years of leadership. Against the...Paperback$6700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Parisian Spy
Paris, 1939 The most sought-after woman in the French Resistance. War is coming, but Océane Bell is focused on her studies. She enrols at Sorbonne Medical School in Paris and begins working at a local hospital, keeping out of politics. That is until she meets Jean-Jacques Riveau. He is a passionate and talented artist. But when the Nazis take Paris,...Paperback$5000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Norwegian Assassin
"I have loved every minute reading this series. The Norwegian Assassin captivated my mind and heart. So little is told about the struggles of Norway during WW2. And combined with Esther's search for the family, it gave a heart-wrenching insight into what it was like to be a Jewish survivor of the Nazi reign of terror." - Amazon Reviewer Her...Paperback$4500Elsewhere:$5000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
In Picardy's Fields
In Picardy's Fields is one of the best WWI novels I've ever read. I especially like the emerging role of women in the military and in the medical field. Great characters, great settings, and great story." - Amazon Reviewer France, 1918 Two women. A doctor and a spy. And the deadly Great War that never seems to end. Agnès Agnès...Paperback$7100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Highland Raven
"Wow! This turned out to be one of the best WW2 books that I've read. Both male and female readers will definitely enjoy reading The Highland Raven." -Amazon Reviewer Scotland, January 1940 From troubled society girl to diehard SOE agent. Staying strong and picking up your life when you're brought to ruin before even turning twenty seems an impossible pursuit....Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The London Spymaker
Inspired by a true story and featuring the last "resistance girl from the Swiss finishing school", The London Spymaker weaves together espionage, betrayal, and passion against the backdrop of World War II, delivering a gripping tale of resilience and secrets. London, 1942 Meet Anna Adams, the stoical spymistress of Baker Street Headquarters, as she navigates the web of secrecy, love,...Paperback$7600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks
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