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The Room on Rue Amelie

Kristin Harmel

A moving and entrancing novel set in Paris during World War II about an American woman, a dashing pilot, and a young Jewish girl whose fates unexpectedly entwine--perfect for the fans of Kristen Hannah's The Nightingale and Martha Hall Ke

Book Details

  • Publisher: Gallery Books
  • Publish Date: Nov 6th, 2018
  • Pages: 416
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.00in - 5.30in - 1.30in - 0.75lb
  • EAN: 9781501190544
  • Categories: Historical - GeneralFamily Life - GeneralWar & Military

About the Author

Harmel, Kristin: - Kristin Harmel is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels including The Forest of Vanishing Stars, The Book of Lost Names, The Room on Rue Amélie, and The Sweetness of Forgetting. She is published in more than thirty languages and is the cofounder and cohost of the popular web series, Friends & Fiction. She lives in Orlando, Florida.

Praise for this book

"Harmel's engrossing latest reminds us that love, like resistance, begins with courage."-- "-- PEOPLE magazine on The Room on Rue Amélie, a PEOPLE Pick"
"Set against all the danger and drama of WWII Paris, this heartfelt novel will keep you turning the pages until the very last word."--New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe
"Reminiscent of The Nightingale and The Map of the Heart, Kristin Harmel's THE ROOM ON RUE AMELIE is an emotional, heart-breaking, inspiring tribute to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of love."

--NYTimes bestselling author Mariah Stewart

"The strong and courageous inhabitants of THE ROOM ON RUE AMELIE occupied all my time until the tender and powerful final pages. Beautifully written, Kristin Harmel's latest is an unforgettable exploration of love and hope during the darkest of moments."--Amy E. Reichert, author of The Optimist's Guide to Letting Go
"Harmel writes a poignant novel based loosely on the true story of an American woman who helped on the Comet Line, which rescued hundreds of airmen and soldiers. This compelling story celebrates hope and bravery in the face of evil."-- "Booklist"
"Harmel injects new life into a well-worn story in this hopeful three-voiced tale about the struggle to find normalcy amid the horrors of WWII... Harmel's emotionally fraught story hammers home the message that each person has a unique opportunity to stand against injustice. This is a celebration of those, like Ruby, who found the courage to face life head-on."-- "Publishers Weekly"
"Harmel's latest novel overlaps somewhat with recent book club favorites Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale and Martha Hall Kelly's Lilac Girls... recommended for fans of World War II historical fiction."-- "Library Journal"
"Richly detailed and yet fast-paced, Harmel's story flows at remarkable depth, as ordinary citizens rise to the challenge of extraordinary circumstances in occupied France. A fascinating exploration of the escape routes set up for downed Allied pilots, readers will be swept up in this heart-wrenching drama."--Juliette Fay, author of The Tumbling Turner Sisters
"A story of courage and love in unimaginable circumstances."--bestselling author Barbara Taylor Sissel
"Harmel...authentically weaves American history into this engaging novel. An appealing family saga that connects generations and reaffirms love."-- "Kirkus Reviews on WHEN WE MEET AGAIN"
"Centering on a lesser-known facet of American history, WHEN WE MEET AGAIN is a gripping novel of history, art, and the power of love. Kristin Harmel's work is always riveting but her storytelling reaches new heights with a tale that is layered, complex, and satisfying to the last page."--bestselling author Michelle Gable on WHEN WE MEET AGAIN
"Kristin Harmel writes with such insight and heart that her characters will stay with you long after you've finished her books."
--New York Times bestselling author Emily Giffin on THE SWEETNESS OF FORGETTING
"Kristin Harmel...[is] one of my favorite authors!"
--bestselling author Melissa Senate on THE SWEETNESS OF FORGETTING