Het schrijfwerk van Elise Hooper duikt in thema's die resoneren met de Amerikaanse geschiedenis en literatuur. Geïnspireerd door haar roots in New England en haar huidige thuis in de Pacific Northwest, biedt haar werk een uniek perspectief op het verleden. Als opvoeder brengt ze een levendige, toegankelijke benadering in haar verhalen, waardoor geschiedenis en literatuur tot leven komen voor de lezers. Haar onderscheidende stem vangt de essentie van de verhalen die ze kiest te vertellen.
A captivating narrative unfolds, compelling readers to stay engaged long into the night. The book's rich storytelling and emotional depth create an immersive experience, drawing comparisons to the works of bestselling authors. Its beautifully crafted prose and intriguing plot promise to leave a lasting impression, making it a must-read for those seeking a compelling literary journey.
If you enjoyed Beantown Girls and When We Were Young & Brave, you will be captivated by this powerful novel about the Angels of Bataan, American Army nurses held as prisoners during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines in World War II. Their survival hinges on sisterhood and service, inspired by the true stories of these nurses and the brave Filipinas in the resistance. Set in 1941, Tess Abbott, an American Army nurse, leaves behind the Great Depression for the allure of Manila, only to see her life upended by the swift invasion of the Japanese Imperial Army. Tess and her fellow nurses serve on the front lines until they are captured and imprisoned in Manila's Santo Tomas Internment Camp for four grueling years. Meanwhile, Flor Dalisay, a Filipina university student, is drawn into the underground resistance, discovering her own courage and leadership. As the war unfolds, Tess and Flor's paths converge, leading them to uncover unexpected secrets and forge a bond as they unite in their fight against the Japanese occupation. Their journey is one of hope, bravery, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
"In the 1928 Olympics, Chicago's Betty Robinson competed as a member of the first-ever women's delegation in track and field, and was feted as America's Golden Girl-- until a nearly-fatal airplane crash threatens to end everything. Outside of Boston, Louise Stokes, one of the few black girls in her town, sees competing as an opportunity to overcome the limitations placed on her, and risks everything to join the Olympic team. From Missouri, tomboyish Helen Stephens dreams of escaping the hardships of her farm life through athletic success. As United States and Europe edge closer to the brink of war, Betty, Louise, and Helen must fight for the chance to compete as the fastest women in the world amidst the pomp and pageantry of the Nazi-sponsored 1936 Olympics in Berlin."--Provided by publisher