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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
SISTERS UNDER THE RISING SUN by Heather Morris is an emotionally charged and gripping tale set against the backdrop of World War II, offering a perspective on women's courage and resilience during wartime. Reminiscent of Hazel Gaynor's "When We Were Young & Brave," this novel is a haunting yet hopeful exploration of the human spirit. The story takes inspiration from true events, focusing on Norah Chambers and Sister Nesta James, who find themselves in the midst of chaos and uncertainty as Singapore falls to the Japanese. Their journey, from surviving a shipwreck to enduring the brutality of a POW camp, is a testament to the strength of sisterhood, bravery, and friendship. Both Norah and Nesta are compelling narrators, showcasing the enduring power of kindness and hope in the face of unimaginable hardship. Heather Morris masterfully weaves a narrative that captures the atrocities of war while emphasizing the small acts of compassion that can make a world of difference. SISTERS UNDER THE RISING SUN is a poignant and heartrending wartime story that sheds light on the indomitable spirit of women during one of history's darkest periods.
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dark
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Enjoyable, although not as good as her previous books. Set in Indonesian POW camp - Australian nurses and women.
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Forced institutionalization, Excrement, Death of parent
emotional
inspiring
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
(Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.)
This author has written some very good books about the Holocaust and a few of its survivors. I was surprised when I discovered this was also a WWII book, but one about the Singapore attacks and internment of Australian and British nurses, sisters, and private citizens. At first, it took me a bit to get into the book. There were so many different people introduced and so many different dates. Once I figured things out, I enjoyed the story more. It's another heartbreaking story by this author, one that tells about friendship and survival. 3.5 solid stars.
This author has written some very good books about the Holocaust and a few of its survivors. I was surprised when I discovered this was also a WWII book, but one about the Singapore attacks and internment of Australian and British nurses, sisters, and private citizens. At first, it took me a bit to get into the book. There were so many different people introduced and so many different dates. Once I figured things out, I enjoyed the story more. It's another heartbreaking story by this author, one that tells about friendship and survival. 3.5 solid stars.
emotional
informative
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
informative
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No