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From the USA Today bestselling author comes a gripping new emotional WW2 historical novel. Inspired by a true story! ‘Easily my favorite historical novel of the year If you love WWII fiction, this is a must read’ Soraya M. Lane, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Wives of War and The Last Correspondent Rumours of the Nazis coming for Czech children swept through the villages like a breeze through the trees, and the story was always the same… They wanted our children to raise as their own Since her husband, Josef, joined the Czech resistance three years ago, Anna Dankova has done everything possible to keep her daughter, Ema, safe. But when blonde haired, blue-eyed Ema is ripped from her mother’s arms in the local marketplace by the dreaded Brown Sisters, nurses who were dedicated to Hitler’s cause, Anna is forced to go to new extremes to take back what the Nazis have stolen from her.Going undercover as a devoted German subject eager to prove her worth to the Reich, the former actress takes on a role of a lifetime to find and save her daughter. But getting close to Ema is one thing. Convincing her that the Germans are lying when they claim Anna stole her from her true parents is another…‘A powerful story told with humanity, skill and empathy’ Kate Thompson, author of The Little Wartime Library'A moving story of a mother's love battling against the determination of the Reich to create a pure Aryan race' USA Today bestseller Glynis Peters'An intensely moving, brilliantly researched novel about love, loss, and the lengths a mother will go to for her child' USA Today bestseller Deborah Carr'Pulls you in on page one and never lets go! A chilling look at a Nazi program most of us have never even heard of…Historical fans will love this one!' Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestselling author of The Codebreaker's Secret'Oh my heart! This was such a poignant and powerful story…It will stay with me for a long time.' – Gill Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of The Lighthouse Sisters

Sisters. Traitors. Spies. When a British RAF Whitley plane comes under fire over the French coast and is forced to drop their cargo, a spy messenger pigeon finds its way into unlikely hands… The occupation has taken much from the Cotillard sisters, and as the Germans increase their forces in the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gabriella, Martine and Simone can’t escape the feeling that the walls are closing in.Yet, just as they should be trying to stay under the radar, Martine’s discovery of a British messenger pigeon leads them down a new and dangerous path. Gaby would do anything to protect her sisters but when the pianist is forced to teach the step-daughter of a German Commandant, and the town accuses the Cotillards of becoming ‘Bad French’ and in allegiance with the enemy, she realizes they have to take the opportunity to fight back that has been handed to them.Now, as the sisters’ secrets wing their way to an unknown contact in London, Gaby, Martine and Simone have to wonder – have they opened a lifeline, or sealed their fate?Readers can’t get enough of USA Today bestseller Andie Newton:‘A brilliant tale of resistance, sisterhood and dangerous secrets … a master storyteller!’ Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘If you believe every WW2 story has already been told, think again. This one is special.’ Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A new author to me and what a find. A definite must read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'As suspenseful as a mystery, while also deeply moving and thought-provoking. Highly recommended’ Historical Novel Society'A story of survival and courage … A wonderful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I recommend this book to anyone looking for adventure, standing up for your beliefs and love’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Chilling, tragic, and utterly immersive.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book. Wow, Just, wow! A beautifully written and unforgettable story. I can't stop thinking about it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Occupied France, 1944 In the shadow of the ravaged battlefields of Verdun, where the scars of the First World War never healed, Vianne, struggling to hold onto her crumbling family chateau, takes in her traumatized nephew Blaise after the arrest of her sister by the Nazis.But when Blaise says he can see eerie figures in the fog and whispers from the forbidden forest beyond the fence, it seems something ancient and sorrowful stirs in the soil where soldiers of the Great War once bled. As strange guests arrive at the old house and secrets surface, Vianne must face the terrifying possibility that the brutal SS aren’t the only horrors she must face… If you loved The Others you'll love this! –- Readers are LOVING The Ghost House… 'Andie Newton blends historical suspense with the eerie pull of the supernatural. Perfect for fans of atmospheric ghost stories with rich emotional stakes.' Terry Lynn Thomas, USA Today bestselling author of The Silent Woman'Expect seances, a Nazi occultist society, a ghost army, and deeply drawn characters you’ll be rooting for. I was blown away by how good this book was and couldn’t put it down!’ Kelsey James, author of The Colony of Lost Souls'You'll be enraptured by moments of suspense and drama as Newton weaves threads of mysticism, the supernatural, and secret societies into her impeccably researched historical tapestry. Addictive and intriguing!’ Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author of The Devil and Mrs. Davenport'This book has reignited my love for a ghost story! I loved everything about this eerie and atmospheric story.’ Deborah Carr, author of The Witching Hour‘Truly ghostly’ The Historical Novel Society'Newton’s eerie, emotionally charged tale of occupied France had me racing through pages.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The author absolutely entranced me with this story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book sat with me and lingered' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely gripping from page one. An excellent edge of your seat read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Outstanding – I devoured it. An eery tale told with Newton's trademarked attention to detail and evocative historical story telling.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It is a riveting, haunting tale that stays with you long after you've turned the last page.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved the characters – it felt like I was there with them in their terrifying struggles – and I was glued to the pages. And that ending! I can’t stop thinking about it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A book which would appeal equally to fans of the WW2 genre, and anyone who enjoys a good ghost story. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a historical thriller that builds and builds. What is real and what is not? Watch your step! I loved it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I couldn't stop thinking about the ending … [for] anyone who loves historical fiction with a dark, eerie twist' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is more than a ghost story; it’s a tale of resilience, love, and the shadows we carry. A must-read for fans of historical fiction, and a perfect read for spooky season!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is creepy, spooky, and full of people trying to do the right thing, even when it's terrifying.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was utterly gripped right from the very first page and was hooked all the way through. This was a haunting and atmospheric read that gave me goosebumps' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A woman can get more information about German supply lines and replacements than a man with a knife to a soldier’s throat…’ Germany, 1944 Best friends Viv Allen and Junie Knight are drawn into the covert world of America’s Morale Operations Branch, a dark propaganda campaign designed to sow doubt among German soldiers.Their first mission sends them deep into enemy territory, but when the pursuit of a dangerous SS officer goes disastrously wrong, the fallout irreparably fractures their friendship. America, 1955 Now a housewife, Viv has spent years quietly waiting for a chance to make things right with Junie.When the opportunity at redemption arises, Viv finds herself caught between suburban life and international espionage. To save her friendship, she must confront her past and risk everything she holds close.–Readers are LOVING The League of Lonely War Women…'Captivating … couldn’t put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Fascinating and compelling … transporting me to the past.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I constantly needed to know what would happen next! … I finished the final pages with a smile on my face' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It moved fast, pulled me in early, and kept me fully invested until the very last delicious page. Buckle up, because you will not want to stop reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Had me hooked, chilled me to the core … and had me rooting for her female protagonists' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The main plot is a page turner in itself, but for me it's the portrayal of female friendship and loyalty that makes this book such a great read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Edge of the seat reading' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Within the crowded field of WWII fiction, Newton’s novel distinguishes itself by foregrounding female intelligence work and professional ambition rather than battlefield heroics … an accessible, well-structured story that balances romance, rivalry and wartime peril with considerable narrative energy.’ Historical Novel Society

The USA Today Bestseller! In the shadowy underbelly of Cold War Moscow, Mae Pierce, once a formidable OSS agent, has found herself once again thrust into a perilous mission that could spell redemption—or ruin.Tasked with posing as a model at the American Exhibition, Mae is haunted by the ghosts of her past. Her plan had been simple: lie low, collect her paycheck and get home. Instead, she must navigate the treacherous waters of deceit, betrayal, and the ruthless Russian Mafia.When her new partner vanishes, Mae soon realizes that the stakes are higher than she ever imagined… Prepare for a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and the haunting echoes of a life once lived in the shadows. – Readers are LOVING The Last Flight from Moscow… 'Another page turner! … LOVE … Thoroughly entertaining … Highly recommend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was hooked from the start' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wildly entertaining … funny, chaotic in the best way, and completely driven by unforgettable and original characters' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is edge of your seat stuff' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Total page-turner … pacy, intriguing, well-researched' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An absolute heart-pounder … electric … Easily one of my favorite books of the year!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I absolutely LOVED this story! … feels fresh from the first page to the last. I tore through it … Andie Newton ALWAYS delivers.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Four housewives. One quiet street. A Cold War secret that could destroy everything. In a town built around America’s most secretive nuclear site, housewife Betty Mahoney knows the rules: don’t ask questions, and don’t listen too closely.But when the Beckers move in, Betty and the other wives start to notice things. Headlights in the dark. Whispered voices on the wind. A beautiful new neighbor with too many secrets – and it’s not long before suspicion turns into something far more dangerous.As the women close in on the truth, they must risk their marriages, their freedom, and even their lives… Inspired by the author’s own family history.

USA TODAY BESTSELLER'We'd heard stories about the nurses in tent seven. A secret mission, stolen money, and spies...' In 1944, four American nurses disappeared for five days. No one knew what happened to them. Until now. When Kit and Red set foot on French soil during the Normandy landings, they know they have to rely on each other. As they head for the battlefield, their aim is simple: save lives. But when they're called away on a top-secret mission to patch up a few men behind enemy lines, everything changes.Alongside fellow nurses, Roxy and Gail, they're told to prepare for the worst, trading in their nurses' fatigues for civilian clothes and hiding medical supplies under their skirts. But it's a lie. Their real mission tasks them with the impossible – to infiltrate the Reich and steal something the Nazis desperately need to win their losing war.In an ultimate test of courage and comradeship, each woman must decide what she is prepared to risk and what she has to live for. Praise for The Girls From The Beach.'One of my favorite books of 2021 and a true must-read for all fans of the genre. It's not just a story of friendship, but a story of patriotism, heroism, and selfless sacrifice in the name of freedom. Absolutely riveting!' – Ellie Midwood, USA Today bestselling author of The Violinist of Auschwitz.'A wild ride of a book, laced with beautifully flawed characters, impeccable research and a story that will make you cry with tears of joy and sorrow. A resounding five-star read!' – Terry Lynn Thomas, USA Today bestselling author of The Silent Woman'What a story! The Girls from the Beach took me on a rollercoaster ride of mystery and suspense. The Girls from the Beach is a testimony to courage, integrity and female friendship. And that ending – wow!' – Gill Thompson, bestselling author of The Oceans Between Us'The Girls from the Beach is a unique and incredibly imaginative story inspired by the nurses who worked on the front line in World War Two. It is action-packed and full of unexpected drama around every turn – I just had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next! Readers who enjoyed Newton's earlier books will be sure to love this one' – Louise Fein, bestselling author of People Like Us