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The Underground Library

A Heartwarming and Inspiring Historical Fiction Book Based on a True Story

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The Underground Library

Yazan: Jennifer Ryan
Seslendiren: Fenella Woolgar
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Read by Fenella Woolgar, known for her role as Sister Hilda in BBC series Call the Midwife.

Three women united by their love of books. One library that has the power to change lives, even in wartime . . .

When Juliet begins work ats Bethnal Green Library, she discovers it is far from the bustling hub she was expecting. But, in the face of German Blitz attacks, she’s intent on making it a place where everyone feels safe and welcome.

Katie is thrilled to be working at the library, too. But, after the death of her sweetheart on the front line, she’s in desperate need of support.

Sofie, a Jewish refugee, escapes to the library every chance she gets. Though she finds comfort and friendship there, her position in London remains vulnerable.

When bombs wreck the library, the books are relocated to an underground station. As the war rages, can the women use their fighting spirit to overcome their own troubles and keep the library open to all?

Inspired by the true story of Bethnal Green Library.

PRAISE FOR JENNIFER RYAN:

'[Ryan's] emphasis is on how people, especially women, manage to keep life (and love) going when so many others are intent on destroying it' Historical Novel Society

'A deliciously warm and heartrending tale . . . It’s empowering to see women helping women' Martha Hall Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls

 20th Century Friendship Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Kurgu Women's Fiction Samimi İngiltere
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A delight! Jennifer Ryan cooks up a fresh take on the popularity of World War Two fiction and brings the battle into the heart of the wartime home. A charming blend of intriguing characters and a high-stakes cookery competition, served with the perfect amount of pathos and humour (Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author of The Bird in the Bamboo Cage, on The Kitchen Front)
What a dream of a book! Absolute perfection! Nostalgia, rivalry, friendship and fun – a real treat. Beautifully detailed – you will be right there with a cast of vivid characters, cooking their way to a new life (Veronica Henry, author of The Secret Beach, on The Kitchen Front)
Delightful . . . it manages to be sad and funny, exciting and heartwarming, all at the same time. Quite an achievement (Barbara Erskine, author of The Ghost Tree, on The Chilbury Ladies Choir)
Evocative, nostalgic and comforting with a wonderful story of female friendship. A delight (Alex Brown, author of The Secret of Orchard Cottage, on The Kitchen Front)
Delightful . . . (People Magazine on The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir)
The writing glows with emotional intelligence. This atmospheric debut, based on the author’s own family history, had me sniffing copiously (Daily Mail on The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir)
[A] quick and delightful mystery . . . Ryan’s subtlety shines in her acknowledgment of the importance of remembering the people who pass through our lives and in her descriptions of how war and conflict can teach empathy and change people for the better
Intrigue, romance and an unforgettable cast of characters who aren’t always as they appear . . . a charming slice of English wartime life that warms the soul like a hot toddy (Martha Hall Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls on The Chilbury Ladies Choir)
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Love Jennifer Ryan books, they make me feel in living back in that period of history and superb narration just elevates the whole story. Wonderful. Loved the characters in this title, a good mix of strong women banding together in hard times.

Excellent Narration

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This book gives a glimpse into the past, told wonderfully in a warm, thought provoking way.
As with the other books in this series you can’t put it down and never want it to end.

Amazing and educational.

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I recently listened to "The Underground Library" by Jennifer Ryan, It was absolutely fantastic. The writing is engaging and vivid, bringing the setting and characters to life in a way that makes it hard to stop listening.
What I loved most was the sense of atmosphere and the emotional depth throughout the listen. It feels both comforting and intriguing at the same time, with just enough mystery to keep you wanting more.
It’s one of those stories that stays with you after you’ve finished it. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thoughtful, immersive listen.

From the very beginning, I was completely drawn into the story.

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Not taxing, rather predictable, but it had a fabulous storyline based on true events.

Strong interesting characters and narration by Ms Woolgar was exemplary.

Delightful

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