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A review by leemac027
Daughters of War by Dinah Jefferies
4.0
Dinah Jefferies has written a fascinating story about life in occupied France during World War II. Her main characters are three sisters: Helene, Elise and Florence, who despite growing up in England, have been deposited in a cottage in rural France to fend for themselves while their mother stayed in England.
What is interesting is that Helene is naturally a protector, Elise a rebel and Florence someone who nurtures and these tendencies play a big role in what they do during the occupation.
There is the ongoing problem of rationing, being cautious about everyday life, fear of the Germans and helping the the Resistance but as you move through the narrative, the sisters have to face tougher and at time horrifying challenges which tests every part of resolve they may have to keep on going.
Although I found one part of the plot a stretch too far in terms of its coincidence (won't provide a spoiler), the novel does build and draw you in to the characters. Of course there is romance gained and romance lost - but there is also a romance that although blossoming, may or may not ever be able to grow.
A very easy and compelling read.
What is interesting is that Helene is naturally a protector, Elise a rebel and Florence someone who nurtures and these tendencies play a big role in what they do during the occupation.
There is the ongoing problem of rationing, being cautious about everyday life, fear of the Germans and helping the the Resistance but as you move through the narrative, the sisters have to face tougher and at time horrifying challenges which tests every part of resolve they may have to keep on going.
Although I found one part of the plot a stretch too far in terms of its coincidence (won't provide a spoiler), the novel does build and draw you in to the characters. Of course there is romance gained and romance lost - but there is also a romance that although blossoming, may or may not ever be able to grow.
A very easy and compelling read.