When the World Fell Silent

Donna Jones Alward
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When the World Fell Silent

Donna Jones Alward
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Overall rating: 4.618644 / 5 from 118 reviews.

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When the World Fell Silent is a compelling historical fiction novel praised for its meticulously researched details and heartwarming narrative. Customers highly recommend it for its captivating story of loss, hope, and redemption set against the backdrop of World War I.

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  • "I really liked this book and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good read."Pokey
  • "Two interesting stories that intertwine quite nicely as the book nears conclusion."Barbara
  • "I really enjoyed the story and the strong female characters."Margaret P.

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When the world fell silent

"Great reading historical fiction that opens a window to one of Canada ‘s greatest maritime disaster. Loved the book real page turner!"

Nick (4/5)

When the world fell silent

"Great reading historical fiction that opens a window to one of Canada ‘s greatest maritime disaster. Loved the book real page turner!"

Nick (4/5)

Canadian historic fiction page turner

"Good blending historical facts of the Halifax explosion and engaging fictional characters and how the explosion impacted their lives. We will be using this book in our book club."

Margaret (5/5)

Canadian historic fiction page turner

"Good blending historical facts of the Halifax explosion and engaging fictional characters and how the explosion impacted their lives. We will be using this book in our book club."

Margaret (5/5)

A must read especially for history buffs

"Beautiful story that puts you in the context of this strategy demonstrating different ways it affected people while following a love story and making you realise the importance of family."

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When the World Fell Silent

"A touching,realistic historical novel relating the Halifax harbour explosion. Believable characters that show a sad piece of Canadian history."

J. C. (5/5)

A must read especially for history buffs

"Beautiful story that puts you in the context of this strategy demonstrating different ways it affected people while following a love story and making you realise the importance of family."

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  • Published date: Aug 06, 2024
  • Language: English
  • Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers
  • ISBN: 9780008688752
  • Dimensions: 6.023622047" W x 0.944881889" L x 9.212598425" H
‘A heartbreaking story, but ultimately one of hope and love. I was immediately captured by Alward’s strong female characters, Nora and Charlotte, who are still on my mind long after closing the book. Readers of historical fiction, don’t miss this one' USA Today bestselling author, Andie Newton‘A stunning historical fiction debut you don’t want to miss. A fascinating tale of resilience!’ Eliza Knight, USA Today and international bestselling author of Starring Adele Astaire‘An enchanting story of love in all its forms, lost and found in the shattered remains of the city.' Bryn Turnbull, author of The Paris Deception'Beautifully written…you won’t be able to put this book down until the very last page!''After great tragedy comes grief, then hope, then new life. Alward takes readers through every stage, and each one fascinates.''Utterly riveting…this story will stay with you long after the last page is turned.'
Since 2006, New York Times bestseller Donna Jones Alward has enchanted readers with stories of happy endings and homecomings that have won several awards and been translated into over a dozen languages. She’s worked as an administrative assistant, teaching assistant, in retail and as a stay-at-home-mom, but always knew her degree in English Literature would pay off, as she is now happy to be a full-time writer, blending her love of history with characters who step beyond their biggest fears to claim the lives they desire.Donna currently lives in Nova Scotia, Canada, with her husband. You can often find her near the water, either kayaking on the lake or walking the sandy beaches to refill her creative well.Website: www.donnajonesalward.comFB: www.facebook.com/DonnaAlwardAuthorInstagram: @donnaalward

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