The Book of Lost Names. Book Summary

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Kristin Harmel

What’s inside

A historical novel inspired by an untold story of the French Resistance during WWII, centered on a young Jewish woman who forges documents to save children’s lives.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the intricacies of the French Resistance
  • Exploring moral complexities in wartime
  • Witnessing the power of hope and redemption
  • Gaining insight into historical women’s roles during conflict

Key Points

  • Eva Traube’s flight from Paris to a small mountain town
  • Joining the Resistance to forge documents
  • The secret code to preserve children’s true identities
  • Eva’s struggle with love, loss, and moral dilemmas
  • Quest to recover a wartime ledger
  • Confronting past traumas in a search for redemption

Who’s it For

  • Historical fiction enthusiasts
  • World War II interest readers
  • Fans of female-led narratives
  • Readers interested in the French Resistance

About the author

Kristin Harmel is a bestselling author known for her emotive and well-researched historical novels.