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Sleep in Peace Tonight James MacManus

Sleep in Peace Tonight By James MacManus

Sleep in Peace Tonight by James MacManus


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Summary

An extraordinary story of high diplomacy, low intrigue and a dangerous love affair set during the fiery nights of the Blitz-now in paperback.

Sleep in Peace Tonight Summary

Sleep in Peace Tonight by James MacManus

It is January 1941, and the Blitz is devastating England. Food supplies are low and tube stations have become bomb shelters. As the U.S. maintains its sceptical isolationist position, Winston Churchill knows that Britain is doomed without the aid of its powerful ally. As bombs rain down over London a weary Harry Hopkins, President Roosevelt's most trusted advisor, is sent to London as his emissary and comes face to face with the Prime Minister himself and an attractive and determined young female driver who may not be what she seems. In Sleep in Peace Tonight, a tale of loyalty, love, and the sacrifices made in the name of each, James MacManus conjures to life not only Blitz-era London and the behind the scenes at the White House, but also the poignant lives of personalities that shaped the course of history during Britain's darkest hour.

Sleep in Peace Tonight Reviews

A gripping, racy retelling of history. Closely researched, the book gives a vivid and moving picture of that period in 1941 when Britain really was facing the abyss and when the foundations of the UK-US special relationship were laid. London of the Blitz comes vividly to life, as does the angst-ridden figure of Roosevelt's special envoy to Churchill, Harry Hopkins. Compulsive reading. -- Simon Mawer, author of The Glass Room
an enlightening and deeply pleasurable read -- Margaret Leroy, author of The Soldier s Wife
Readers will savour this breathtaking ride, that is both a heady, heartbreaking romance and a chance to witness this critical moment in history from the shoulders of giants fantastic! -- Pam Jenoff, author of The Kommandant s Girl

About James MacManus

James MacManus is the managing director of The Times Literary Supplement. His novel Ocean Devil, about the life of the adventurer George Hogg was made into a film starring Jonathan Rhys Meyers.

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GOR007231982
9780715650615
0715650610
Sleep in Peace Tonight by James MacManus
Used - Like New
Paperback
Duckworth Books
20160121
368
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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