The Girl from the Island of Guernsey by Lorna Cook

Lorna Cook has written some of the most interesting books in my opinion. Her story about the Forgotten village which was based on a real place was captivating. So, I was keen to read her latest one, the girl from the island

In Booktrail terms, the setting is one to really get your teeth into, The island is of course, Guernsey, and the author takes us back to the days when the Germans invaded and were billeted in houses around the island. Such a peaceful and harmonious place wrecked by the enemy.  Guernsey during this time has been put well and truly on the map. The island is evoked with style, its history and heritage richly explored as well as the strength of its people.

It’s a very personal book as you can imagine how it must have felt having these invaders come into your homes and lives. The fear, anger, disbelief, confusion and all the other emotions come to the fore. Then what would happen if one of them was someone you loved from the past? It’s an emotional read this one, that’s for sure.

BookTrail Travel to the locations in The Girl from the Island

The dual timeline, actually is three as the past story flits between the 1930s ad the 1940. Come to the present day and Lucy is the narrator who has come to the island to take care of her sister’s house. She delves into her past and there is another historical thread which adds to this amazingly constructed novel which ties up very nicely at the end, producing a fascinating picture of history, hope and humanity.

Lorna Cook continues to go up in my estimations and I always look forward to her work. I read on kindle and then buy the book in paperback. She’s one of those authors who for me has a guaranteed place on my historical authors to treasure bookshelves.

Highly recommended and that includes her back catalogue too.