Secret Society of Librarians

Inspired by a true story, a completely gripping and unforgettable WW2 historical novel

AvKate Thompson

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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Beskrivning

Two women, torn apart by war. One shared belief in the power of books...London, 1939. When war breaks out on librarian Joyce Kindred's doorstep and a call for help rings out across the libraries of London, she's determined to act. Joyce knows only the world of books can offer safety and comfort to her neighbourhood - and she will make sure no one is left behind.Joyce sets up a mobile library scheme, but soon her acts of resistance go beyond sharing books. She shelters a young Jewish refugee, Adela - and it's not long before she discovers Adela has a secret that could turn their world upside down again...Occupied Poland, 1942. Dorotha knows any chance of her escaping the barbed wire fences and cruelty of the Łódź ghetto dwindles by the day. Reading isn't just an act of defiance: it's the only thing left in her life over which she has any control. And so she shares books under the cover of darkness, creating a secret library away from her captors - that is, until even that last ray of hope is taken from her...Joyce and Dorotha were once librarians, ordinary women, and best friends. The war has forced them into acts of unimaginable bravery - but will they ever find each other again?Based on astonishing real events, this absolutely heart-breaking page-turner brings to life the remarkable untold story of two women during WW2. Fans of Anna Stuart, Kristin Hannah and Heather Morris won't be able to stop racing through the pages.'A humane and important novel about friendship, courage, and the power of reading to inspire communities under threat' Joanna Miller, bestselling author of The EightsReaders love The Secret Society of Librarians:'Oh my word... heartwarming... heartbreaking... exceptional... awe-inspiring... will stay with me for a long time.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wonderful... absolutely heartbreaking... beautiful.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Will stay in my heart for a long time... Exceptional.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Moving... Truly wonderful.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This pulled me out of not only a book rut - but a life rut.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Fantastic book, loved it, although I was ugly crying most of the time.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-03-12
Mått:160 x 236 x 42 mm
Vikt:680 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Wartime Librarians
Antal sidor:464
Förlag:Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN:9781399746373

Utforska kategorier

Krigsromaner inom Skönlitteratur
Moderna och samtida romaner inom Skönlitteratur
Historiska romaner inom Skönlitteratur

Mer om författaren

Kate Thompson is a journalist and Sunday Times bestselling writer. As well as being passionate about capturing lost voices and untold social histories, Kate's also a library campaigner. Her 100 libraries project celebrates the richness and complexity of librarians' work and the vital role of libraries in our communities. Alongside her journalism and writing, Kate is also a podcaster and has her own podcast, From the Library with Love.

Recensioner i media

This is a lively, engaging, fascinating story of women united by courage, care and a belief in the power of books. It is a love song to reading and its ability to transport people from even the hardest of situations, but it is also an exploration of hope, love and the power of community and friendship to overcome the worst that fate can throw at us. A warm, involving, deeply human story. I loved it.