Tag Archives: World War II

“Until Our Time Comes,” by Nicole M. Miller

A Sweeping Love! Adia’s dreams have come true when she goes to Poland to work with the famous horses at the Janow stables. It is the late 1930’s, and despite the winds of war closing in, she has refused to … Continue reading

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“Operation: Happy,” by Jenni L. Walsh

 A World War II Story of Courage, Resilience, and an Unbreakable Bond When Everything Changed! Jody lived with her mom, dad, sister Peggy, and her dog Happy, on The Pearl Harbor Military Base in Hawaii. It is 1941. All the … Continue reading

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“The Christmas Doll: A Repair Shop Story,” by Amy Sparkes

Illustrated by Katie Hickey A Special Christmas Gift! This sweet tale is based on a true story, and a popular British tv series about a repair shop. During WWII, Sue was a child and was sent (evacuated) to the country … Continue reading

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“Capturing Hope,” by Angela K. Couch

Danger at Every Turn! It is 1939 in Poland, and the Nazis have arrived. In 24 hours, Nadia goes from living the life of a rich aristocrat to seeing her father killed, and running for her life. David, an American … Continue reading

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“In This Moment” by Gabrielle Meyer

At This Time! Maggie lives in three different time periods: 1861, 1941, and 2001. When she wakes up, for example on a Monday, it is the year 1861. After she goes to sleep that night, she will wake up to … Continue reading

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“The Blackout Book Club” by Amy Lynn Green

On the Homefront! During WWII, in a small town in Maine, a group of very different people come together to form a book club. The members include: Louise, the wealthiest person in town, and the most difficult. Her father donated … Continue reading

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“By Way of the Moonlight” by Elizabeth Musser

Sometimes, You Get More Than What You Need! Allie has always had three loves: Nana Dale, horses, and the dream of opening a horse therapeutic center. Nana Dale had promised to leave her mansion and valuable acreage to Allie for … Continue reading

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“The Lines Between Us” by Amy Lynn Green

Digging Out the Truth! World War II changed lots of things, and that was especially true of the relationship between siblings Dorie and Jack.  They were close all their lives, but when Jack decided to become a conscientious objector after … Continue reading

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“The Greatest Missionary Generation” by Larry W. Sharp

                          They Changed the World! Tom Brokaw called them “The Greatest Generation.”  They were the ones that lived through The Great Depression and World War II.  They experienced … Continue reading

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Random Ramblings: A New Way to Touch Your Heart for Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day! Growing up, I was surrounded by members of the Greatest Generation:  my parents, their friends, and our extended family.  They were capable and strong, having survived The Great Depression, World War II and the raising of a … Continue reading

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