Readers often tell me they want to read more novels set during World War II, so I thought I'd share some of the wonderful books out there.I've always admired Tricia Goyer for her meticulous research and engaging writing, so I couldn't wait to read Love Finds You in Victory Heights, Washington (Summerside Press, 2010), co-written with Ocieanna Fleiss. I wasn't disappointed. Hey, you can't go wrong with a B-17 Flying Fortress on the cover!
Rosalie Madison works at the Boeing plant in Seattle, Washington assembling B-17s. When a newspaper article by reporter Kenny Davenport dubs her "Seattle's Own Rosie the Riveter," she balks at the unwanted attention from the public - and from the handsome reporter.
The story is sweet, the romance charming, and the supporting characters are a kick. Wartime Seattle, especially the neighborhood of Victory Heights, comes to life, and I seriously want to take swing-dancing lessons after reading about Kenny and Rosalie jitterbugging at the Igloo. Seriously. Sadly my sweet husband's one and only fault is a dancing impairment.
I'm impressed with Tricia and Ocieanna's ability to tell a good story, supported but never overpowered by solid research. This story was a lot of fun.
I really enjoyed this book - such a sweet love story!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this, Sarah! I can't wait to read this one!
ReplyDelete"Love Finds You in Victory Heights" was an awesome book (as was Tricia's last "Love Finds You..." book!). I finished it the same night it came in the mail. As a History buff and former History major, I love that she does her research and weaves it into her stories. It is great for my teenagers who won't read a textbook to save their lives!!
ReplyDeleteI would recommend Tricia's other WWII books (or any of her books for that matter!) - "From Dust and Ashes", "Night Song", "Dawn of a Thousand Nights" & "Arms of Deliverance" are some of my favs.
Yay! Thanks so much for posting this, Sarah. And BTW, my husband won't dance either. That jitterbugging sure looks fun though.
ReplyDeleteMichelle - hope you enjoy it :)
ReplyDeleteRuth & Athena - glad you liked it too. Athena - I loved Tricia's earlier books too, especially "From Dust and Ashes."
Ocieanna - thanks for dropping by, and thanks for the fun read!
Thanks for sharing! I'll have to pick this one up. :)
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