For Those Who Are Lost: A Novel by Julia Bryan Thomas (English) Paperback Book

Description: For Those Who Are Lost by Julia Bryan Thomas One womans split-second decision on the eve of World War II will tear a family apart...Inspired by true events, For Those Who Are Lost begins on the eve of the Nazi invasion of the island of Guernsey, when terrified parents have a choice to make- send their children alone to England, or keep the family together and risk whatever may come to their villages.Ava and Joseph Simon reluctantly put their 9-year-old son, Henry, and four-year-old daughter, Catherine, in the care of their sons teacher, who will escort them on a boat to mainland England. Just as the ferry is about to leave, the teachers sister, Lily appears. The two trade places- Helen doesnt want to leave Guernsey, and Lily is desperate for a fresh start.Lily is the one who accompanies the children to England, and Lily is the one who lets Henry get on a train by himself, deciding in a split second to take Catherine with her and walk the other way. That split-second decision lingers long after the war ends, impacting the rest of their lives.Perfect for readers of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society, For Those Who Are Lost is at once heartbreaking, thought-provoking, and uplifting. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography JULIA BRYAN THOMAS is a graduate of Northeastern State University and the Yale Writers Workshop and the author of For Those Who Are Lost. She is married to mystery novelist Will Thomas Review "For Those Who are Lost is a surprisingly suspenseful novel, fraught with the tension of intersecting lives in impossible circumstances. The literary momentum pulls the reader forward at an ever increasing pace toward a poignant ending." -- Audrey Blake, USA Today bestselling author of The Girl in His Shadow and The Surgeons Daughter"A sure bet for readers of personal war stories and those who want to know, What about the women and children?" -- Booklist"Julia Bryan Thomas has ensured that readers of For Those Who Are Lost will never forget the children of Guernsey displaced during World War II. This is a captivating and complex story about family, about deception, about flawed characters in inconceivable circumstances, and about the power of love to both damage and heal." -- Kelly Mustian, author of The Girls in the Stilt House"This richly layered story about losing, finding and forgiving unfolds when a Nazi threat to an innocent island off the coast of France is imminent. Desperate action is taken and children are sent into the unknown where destinies are altered. Then the isolation and pressures of a tedious war beget heartaches and heroes. For Those Who Are Lost is riddled with secrets and sins for the sake of survival. Kudos to Thomas for a poignant and compelling read." -- Leah Weiss, bestselling author of If The Creek Dont Rise and All the Little Hopes"Thomass extensive research realistically conveys life under Nazi occupation: harassment, isolation, medicine and food shortages, and constant fear of reprisal or impressment in a camp. Ava worries constantly about her children. One scene is particularly poignant as she picks up smooth rocks at the sea as Catherine does the same in Cornwall, not knowing why she collects rocks. And when the war ends, what then? I could empathize with the richly drawn characters, their grief and guilt. This is Thomass second novel (see also Penhale Wood) featuring a grieving mother searching for truth. What a compelling story of love, courage and forgiveness. Highly recommended." -- Historical Novel Society Long Description One womans split-second decision on the eve of World War II will tear a family apart... On the island of Guernsey, as WWII looms, many islanders make the heartbreaking choice to ship their children to safety in England, not knowing when (or if) they will be reunited. Acting on faith, Ava and Joseph Simon reluctantly send their 9-year-old son Henry and four-year-old daughter Catherine with their childrens teacher Helen, who will escort them to the mainland. But Helens sister Lily is fleeing an abusive, childless marriage, and, just as the ferry is about to leave, she convinces her sister to let her take Helens place so that she can make a new start for herself. It is Lily who takes the children to England, and it is Lily who lets Henry get on a train by himself. But Lily has always wanted a child, and shes unable to let Catherine go. So she decides to walk the other way, taking Catherine with her in her arms. That split-second decision impacts the lives of everyone long after the war ends. Perfect for readers of Sold on a Monday , For Those Who Are Lost is at once heartbreaking, thought-provoking, and uplifting. This richly layered story about losing, finding and forgiving unfolds when a Nazi threat to an innocent island off the coast of France is imminent. Desperate action is taken and children are sent into the unknown where destinies are altered. Then the isolation and pressures of a tedious war beget heartaches and heroes. For Those Who Are Lost is riddled with secrets and sins for the sake of survival. Kudos to Thomas for a poignant and compelling read. -- Leah Weiss, bestselling author of If The Creek Dont Rise and All the Little Hopes " -- Leah Weiss, bestselling author of If The Creek Dont Rise and All the Little Hopes Julia Bryan Thomas has ensured that readers of For Those Who Are Lost will never forget the children of Guernsey displaced during World War II. This is a captivating and complex story about family, about deception, about flawed characters in inconceivable circumstances, and about the power of love to both damage and heal. -- Kelly Mustian, author of The Girls in the Stilt House " -- Kelly Mustian, author of The Girls in the Stilt House For Those Who are Lost is a surprisingly suspenseful novel, fraught with the tension of intersecting lives in impossible circumstances. The literary momentum pulls the reader forward at an ever increasing pace toward a poignant ending. -- Audrey Blake, USA Today bestselling author of T he Girl in His Shadow and The Surgeons Daughter " -- Audrey Blake, USA Today bestselling author of T he Girl in His Shadow and The Surgeons Daughter Review Quote "This richly layered story about losing, finding and forgiving unfolds when a Nazi threat to an innocent island off the coast of France is imminent. Desperate action is taken and children are sent into the unknown where destinies are altered. Then the isolation and pressures of a tedious war beget heartaches and heroes. For Those Who Are Lostis riddled with secrets and sins for the sake of survival. Kudos to Thomas for a poignant and compelling read." -- Leah Weiss, bestselling author of If The Creek Dont Riseand All the Little Hopes Details ISBN172824854X Author Julia Bryan Thomas Short Title For Those Who Are Lost Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 172824854X ISBN-13 9781728248547 Format Paperback Imprint Sourcebooks Landmark Subtitle A Novel Publisher Sourcebooks, Inc Publication Date 2022-07-14 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2022-07-14 NZ Release Date 2022-07-14 US Release Date 2022-07-14 UK Release Date 2022-07-14 Pages 384 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135434514;

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