Anna S. (annapi) reviewed on 1/2/2010 + 334 more book reviews

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I was told by several people how wonderful this book is, and I finally got my hands on a copy. I am so glad it COMPLETELY lives up to its reputation! Written in epistolary format, this is the fascinating story of writer Juliet Ashton, who befriends through letters several interesting characters on Guernsey Island after World War II, and goes there to visit them for several weeks to interview them for their experiences during the German occupation of the Channel Islands. Funny, heartbreaking, captivating, delightful - this is a story about people and life, with something everyone can relate to. It's fighting for top spot on my list of favorites for the year.

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