The Light We Left Behind, Tessa Harris
The Light We Left Behind, Tessa Harris
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The Light We Left Behind

Author: Tessa Harris

Narrator: Tor Leijten

Unabridged: 9 hr 57 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HQ Digital

Published: 02/03/2022


Synopsis

‘How did I not know anything about this?! A beautifully written book.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, England: 1944 When psychologist is sent a mysterious message telling her to report to Trent Park mansion, she wonders how she will be helping the war effort from a stately home. She soon finds captured Nazi generals are being detained at the house. Bugged with listening devices in every room, it’s up to Maddie to gain the Nazis’ trust and coax them into giving up information. When , a Jewish refugee, also arrives at Trent Park with the same mission, Maddie finds herself trapped in a dangerous game of chess. The two met in Germany before the war, and Maddie’s heart was his from the moment they locked eyes. But Maddie has finally gained the trust of the Nazi officers at the house, and her love for Max must remain a secret. When the walls have ears, who can you trust? Based on the true events that took place at Trent Park during WWII, this is an emotionally gripping, and heart-breaking novel about love, sacrifice, and betrayal, perfect for fans of and . ‘ – it has it all! Well-written, well-paced, fascinating and .’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is, well-paced and compelling… this was a story that swept me away.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful story with a strong and courageous heroine.Beautiful writing kept me turning the pages.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘, five stars from me.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A .’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An book.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I read it so quickly as.’ – NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Readers LOVE !

About Tessa Harris

Tessa Harris is the author of the acclaimed Dr. Thomas Silkstone Mysteries, including Secrets in the Stones and The Anatomist's Apprentice, and the Constance Piper Mystery series, including The Sixth Victim and The Angel Makers. A graduate of Oxford University with a history degree, Tessa has also been a journalist and editor, contributing to many national publications such as the Times and the Telegraph. She has also acted as a literary publicist for several well-known authors.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Karren

Maddie Gresham receives a message asking her to report to Trent Park in Middlesex, a grand country house that was once owned by Sir Philip Sassoon and it’s now being used by the British army. Maddie’s a psychologist, she works with Dr Tobias Baskin, she spends her time, trying to read her mentors te......more

*www.onewomansbbr.wordpress.com *www.facebook.com/onewomansbbr The Light We Left Behind by Tessa Harris Author. (2022). **Thank you to HarperCollins Books Australia for sending me a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review; published 6 July 2022** England, 1944. When Maddie is sent a m......more