The Restless Seawas created by the British author Vanessa de Haann. The story is narrated through the eyes of Jack , an 18-year-old orphan boy who found a new future during World War II in Scotland . Jack spends some time waiting to board ships in secret harbor where he meets a young girl named Olivia who has decided to pursue him after his reluctance to tell her all the details of his past . However both Olivia and Jack experience unique living conditions due war that led them to enjoy every second together . Moreover their relationship offers "a tale of heartwarming and beautiful memories that will be treasured for years to come".
Электронная Книга «The Restless Sea» написана автором Vanessa de Haan в году.
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Язык: Английский
ISBN: 9780008229818
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An epic story of changing times, courage and a love story only made possible by war. ‘A rich and skilful novel dramatizing how the war changed so many lives’ Elizabeth BuchanFor Jack, orphaned and homeless after the Blitz, a new life begins in the Merchant Navy. As he waits for the ships to gather in a secret Scottish harbour, he meets Olivia – adrift from her sheltered home, yet relishing her new freedoms.Before the war, they would never have met. But these are extraordinary times, and the only choice is to live like there is no tomorrow.Praise for this epic, heart-rending debut:‘An emotional and memorable read’ Woman’s Own‘A story about class changing conventions, as much as it is a war story . . . De Haan writes with depth and compassion’ Times‘The sure-footedness of a pro – a remarkable debut’ Jeffrey Archer
