Adventures in Literature

Tag: world war

  • Gabrielle Petit: The Untold Story in The Belgian Girls

    Gabrielle Petit: The Untold Story in The Belgian Girls

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    Ashley B.
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    The Belgian Girls by Kathryn J. Atwood is a poignant dual timeline historical novel following Gabrielle Petit, a World War I spy, and Julienne, a young woman during World War II. The narrative intertwines their stories of bravery amid occupation, exploring themes of strength, resilience, and the impact of female heroes in wartime.

  • Dive into History with This Week’s First Lines

    Dive into History with This Week’s First Lines

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    Ashley B.
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    First Lines Fridays, hosted by Wandering Words, invites readers to assess books by their opening lines. This week’s featured novel, “The Belgian Girls” by Kathryn Atwood, intertwines the stories of two women during significant historical events in Belgium, focusing on themes of resilience and friendship amid perilous times.