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The Secret Pianist
- Author
- Andie Newton
- Narrator
- Mary Galloway
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 1 February 2024
- Run Time
- 11 hours 17 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
When a British RAF Whitley plane comes under fire over the French coast and is forced to drop their cargo, a spy messenger pigeon finds its way into unlikely hands…
The occupation has taken much from the Cotillard sisters, and as the Germans increase their forces in the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gabriella, Martine and Simone can’t escape the feeling that the walls are closing in.
Yet, just as they should be trying to stay under the radar, Martine’s discovery of a British messenger pigeon leads them down a new and dangerous path. Gaby would do anything to protect her sisters but when the pianist is forced to teach the step-daughter of a German Commandant, and the town accuses the Cotillards of becoming ‘Bad French’ and in allegiance with the enemy, she realizes they have to take the opportunity to fight back that has been handed to them.
Now, as the sisters’ secrets wing their way to an unknown contact in London, Gaby, Martine and Simone have to wonder – have they opened a lifeline, or sealed their fate?
Readers can’t get enough of USA Today bestseller Andie Newton:‘A brilliant tale of resistance, sisterhood and dangerous secrets … a master storyteller!’ Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘If you believe every WW2 story has already been told, think again. This one is special.’ Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A new author to me and what a find. A definite must read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'As suspenseful as a mystery, while also deeply moving and thought-provoking. Highly recommended’ Historical Novel Society
'A story of survival and courage … A wonderful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I recommend this book to anyone looking for adventure, standing up for your beliefs and love’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Critics Review
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‘Fast paced and hard to put down…her best yet!’ Louise Fein
'An enthralling, beautifully researched story of courage and resistance in time of war and danger. Andie is a historical fiction author at the top of her game!’ – Kate Thompson, Sunday Times bestselling author
‘Wow! Tense, emotional and thought-provoking, this book ticks all boxes for me. Most definitely a 5-star read’ Lesley Eames
'A captivating story with a twist of romance threaded throughout' Glynis Peters, author of The Secret Orphan
'A compelling tale of friendship, courage and espionage in a frightening and uncertain world' Charlotte Betts, author of The Dressmaker's Secret
'A compelling and powerful read' – Gill Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of The Child on Platform One
'A powerful and thoughtful novel' – Louise Fein, author of Daughter of the Reich
'A gripping tale of wartime sacrifice and innocence lost in the cause of freedom' – Jina Bacarr, author of Her Lost Love
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Details
- Author
- Andie Newton
- Narrator
- Mary Galloway
- Duration
- 11 hours 17 minutes
- Release Date
- 1 February 2024
- ISBN
- 9780008694456
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Second World War fiction, Espionage and spy thriller, Historical fiction, Historical romance, Fiction based on or inspired by true events, Narrative theme: love / relationships
Synopsis
Sisters. Traitors. Spies. When a British RAF Whitley plane comes under fire over the French coast and is forced to drop their cargo, a spy messenger pigeon finds its way into unlikely hands… The occupation has taken much from the Cotillard sisters, and as the Germans increase their forces in the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gabriella, Martine and Simone can’t escape the feeling that the walls are closing in. Yet, just as they should be trying to stay under the radar, Martine’s discovery of a British messenger pigeon leads them down a new and dangerous path. Gaby would do anything to protect her sisters but when the pianist is forced to teach the step-daughter of a German Commandant, and the town accuses the Cotillards of becoming ‘Bad French’ and in allegiance with the enemy, she realizes they have to take the opportunity to fight back that has been handed to them. Now, as the sisters’ secrets wing their way to an unknown contact in London, Gaby, Martine and Simone have to wonder – have they opened a lifeline, or sealed their fate? Readers can’t get enough of USA Today bestseller Andie Newton: ‘A brilliant tale of resistance, sisterhood and dangerous secrets … a master storyteller!’ Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you believe every WW2 story has already been told, think again. This one is special.’ Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A new author to me and what a find. A definite must read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'As suspenseful as a mystery, while also deeply moving and thought-provoking. Highly recommended’ Historical Novel Society 'A story of survival and courage … A wonderful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I recommend this book to anyone looking for adventure, standing up for your beliefs and love’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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