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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
challenging
dark
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Many thanks to NetGalley, St Martin's Press and Macmillan Audio for gifting me both a digital and audio ARC of the latest historical fiction novel by Heather Morris and wonderfully narrated by Laura Carmichael.
Sisters Under the Rising Sun completely gutted me and left me in awe of the incredible resilience of the human spirit. A phenomenal story of women in war, this novel largely centers around the experiences of two women imprisoned in Japanese POW camps during World War 2. Norah, a wife, mother, sister, and gifted musician, fights for survival alongside Nesta, an Australian nurse. Through the eir years of internment, Norah, Nesta, and countless other women endure brutal conditions with courage, selflessness, and friendship.
I received both the ebook and audiobook versions of Sisters Under the Rising Sun, and I am so glad that I did. The audiobook’s presentation of the music created in the camps made it especially inspiring to listen to. The Captive’s Hymn is simply beautiful, and I truly enjoyed learning about the characters that contributed to this element of life in the camps.
I love when historical fiction draws so directly from real individuals and experiences, and this novel does just that. I have already started going down a rabbit hole to learn more about Norah and Nesta’s stories and those of their friends. While I have read countless WW2 novels set in Europe, this is the first I have read that is set in the islands of the Pacific. I cannot find the words to express my genuine gratitude to the author and narrator for sharing this unforgettable piece of history.
Sisters Under the Rising Sun completely gutted me and left me in awe of the incredible resilience of the human spirit. A phenomenal story of women in war, this novel largely centers around the experiences of two women imprisoned in Japanese POW camps during World War 2. Norah, a wife, mother, sister, and gifted musician, fights for survival alongside Nesta, an Australian nurse. Through the eir years of internment, Norah, Nesta, and countless other women endure brutal conditions with courage, selflessness, and friendship.
I received both the ebook and audiobook versions of Sisters Under the Rising Sun, and I am so glad that I did. The audiobook’s presentation of the music created in the camps made it especially inspiring to listen to. The Captive’s Hymn is simply beautiful, and I truly enjoyed learning about the characters that contributed to this element of life in the camps.
I love when historical fiction draws so directly from real individuals and experiences, and this novel does just that. I have already started going down a rabbit hole to learn more about Norah and Nesta’s stories and those of their friends. While I have read countless WW2 novels set in Europe, this is the first I have read that is set in the islands of the Pacific. I cannot find the words to express my genuine gratitude to the author and narrator for sharing this unforgettable piece of history.
Heather Morris continues to be my favorite historical fiction author. The way she brings people’s stories to life is absolutely amazing, she honors their truth.
Another beautifully moving historical fiction story based on the lives of real women who survived WWII.
This time bestselling author Heather Morris highlights the bravery of the women held in Japanese POW camps and the courage it took to survive the harsh conditions, starvation and abuse there.
This was uniquely excellent on audio as music plays a key part of the story, with the women using songs to bolster their spirits and several are included on the audiobook.
There is also excellent narration by Downton Abbey actress, Laura Carmichael. I highly recommend listening to this book if you are able or so inclined.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital and audio copy and St. Martin's Press for sending me a beautiful finished copy in exchange for my honest review! This book is perfect for fans of other WWII stories like Angels of the Pacific by Elise Hooper.
This time bestselling author Heather Morris highlights the bravery of the women held in Japanese POW camps and the courage it took to survive the harsh conditions, starvation and abuse there.
This was uniquely excellent on audio as music plays a key part of the story, with the women using songs to bolster their spirits and several are included on the audiobook.
There is also excellent narration by Downton Abbey actress, Laura Carmichael. I highly recommend listening to this book if you are able or so inclined.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital and audio copy and St. Martin's Press for sending me a beautiful finished copy in exchange for my honest review! This book is perfect for fans of other WWII stories like Angels of the Pacific by Elise Hooper.
emotional
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
adventurous
informative
inspiring
medium-paced