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Rachel Wesson

Paris, 1940: As the German soldiers march down the Champs-Élysées, the Bélanger twins know there is no escape – their lives are about to change forever. 

But while Sophie, a third-year medical student, works long days and nights saving casualties of war at the American hospital, and waits anxiously for news of her fiancé from the front line, her recently widowed twin, Adèle, is determined to enjoy her freedom. Nothing – not the bombs, the curfews or the Nazi officers sidling up to her in nightclubs – can stop her from indulging in the temptations of Parisian society as she accompanies their father to glamorous parties. 

But rumours are flying through the streets of occupied Paris about their father’s murky business interests, and soon Sophie learns the shocking truth of what’s really happening to their Jewish friends and neighbours.

And then tragedy strikes: their beloved brother is arrested for his involvement in the resistance. Devastated and unable to save him, the family is torn apart – and the girls’ lives are changed forever.

Broken-hearted, the sisters must each find their own way to fight back. As they too are drawn to the resistance, will Sophie learn to break the rules – risking her own life to save as many innocent children as she can? And Adèle faces her toughest challenge yet when she’s recruited as a special agent for the British. Can she overcome her stubborn nature and use her charms to avenge her brother’s death?

One false step and the twins could lose everything they’re fighting for – and each other.

A heartbreaking page-turner based on real-life events, this is a devastating story of lives torn apart by war – and of finding the courage to do what is right, even at the darkest of times. Fans of Kate Quinn, Shari J. Ryan and Siobhan Curham will be captivated by this unforgettable historical novel.

Readers totally love Darkness Falls:

“Hands down the best book I’ve read all year… I found myself holding my breath... Please read this book… you won’t be sorry. I’m on to the next book in this series.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I enjoyed this powerful story so much! One family, so many emotions. It shows how some people shine with heroism through the war while others so easily succumb to darkness. I highly recommend this beautiful book and I look forward to reading the second one in the series.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Omg, I just loved this book, could not put it down. The storyline is great – you get so involved with the characters you could be there. On to the next one!” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“An excellent, well written and researched read; heartwrenching and suspenseful.” Sandy’s Book Talk, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Great storyline that has so many twists, turns and heartbreaks. Leaves you wanting more. Glad there's a second book." Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“With a lot of research and beautifully written Rachel Wesson has given us a book hard to put down once you start reading it… making you long for the next book in the series.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I highly recommend this beautiful book and I look forward to reading the second one in the series.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Harrie Dobby

Storm Publishing

The Resistance Sisters

Darkness Falls: A completely gripping WW2 French Resistance novel about twin sisters

France, 1942: With Europe struggling under German occupation, Sophie Bélanger, grieving the deaths of her brother, fiancé and friends, is no longer prepared to stand on the sidelines. 

 

Risking everything, she becomes increasingly involved in helping to save those on the run – even though that means persuading Jewish parents to hand over their children, in the desperate hope of saving their lives. When she is forced to flee to the non-occupied zone, her medical skills take her to the French camp of Rivesaltes, where she cares for the injured and unwell – until one day her luck runs out.
 
 Meanwhile her twin, Adèle, has shed her socialite pretensions, completed her special agent training, and is poised to begin her first mission. Ready to set France ablaze, she parachutes into occupied territory and begins work drilling maquisards in guerrilla warfare, determined to thwart the Nazis at every turn – whatever the cost – and avenge the death of her beloved brother.

 

Soon both sisters are fighting for their survival – unsure if they’ll live to see each other again. Will the twins’ secret be their undoing?

 

An epic, awe-inspiring and heartbreaking story of courage against all the odds which will have you on the edge of your seat. Fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and The Dressmaker’s Gift won’t be able to put this captivating book down.

 

Readers are totally gripped by Light Rises:

 

“Amazing. A truly inspiring story... I cried while I was reading it for all those brave people who fought to bring the war to an end.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“It was as riveting as the first book as these sisters fight against all odds, heartbreak and treachery.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Rachel Wesson is one of my favourite authors. I've read all of her books and loved them all but she really outdid herself with this series! The characters became so dear to me that my heart was in my throat more than a few times while reading! If you like historical fiction, then this is a series that you will LOVE!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Absolutely loved these stories! I have read many WW2 books and I consider these two among the very best! The characters were so real and wonderful, both books made me laugh at times and cry at what these brave souls suffered from the invading military and their own country men and women.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“The writing again was superb, the knowledge of the period and attention to detail superb… An amazing book to read and one not to be missed.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Extremely emotional and an excellent read.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“There was so much I loved about this book. The storyline. The attention to historical accuracy. The authentic details. But most of all the characters and how from the first book through to this, the second, they deepened and developed into strong feminine protagonists… I couldn't put this book down.” Online reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Amazing… a brilliant, exceptional book.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“This is the best series that I’ve read all year. I was blown away... I can’t wait to start another of her books. They are thrillers!! A Must Read!!!!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“This was such a powerful read! I enjoyed every second of it. Wesson is an exceptional storyteller! I highly recommend this beautiful book!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“A riveting tale of French resistance. A great sequel to the first book in the series… Lots of twists and turns. Heartwrenching and finally heartwarming. Both books are fast, excellent reads.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Just amazing… I have read about all Ms. Wesson's books and these two are just about the two most amazing books ever!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Light Rises: An utterly emotional, page-turning WW2 historical novel

The Resistance Sisters - The book series

The Resistance Sisters - The book series

The Resistance Sisters books in order

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