Inspired by an incredible true story of two Jewish friends who survived the Holocaust, this sweeping novel of love and friendship spans World War II from Budapest to Austria and the postwar years from Naples to Caracas, perfect for fans of The German Girl and We Were the Lucky Ones.
It is 1946 when Vera Frankel and her best friend Edith Ban arrive in Naples. Refugees from Hungary, they managed to escape from a train headed for Auschwitz and spent the rest of the war hiding on an Austrian farm. Now, the two young women must start new lives abroad. Armed with a letter of recommendation from an American officer, Vera finds work at the United States embassy where she falls in love with Captain Anton Wight.
But as Vera and Edith grapple with the aftermath of the war, so too does Anton, and when he suddenly disappears, Vera is forced to change course. Their quest for a better life takes Vera and Edith from Naples to Ellis Island to Caracas as they start careers, reunite with old friends, and rebuild their lives after terrible loss.
Moving, evocative, and compelling, this timely tale of true friendship, love, and survival will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
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“You’ll be swept away by this fast-paced, heartbreaking, and hopeful tale of friendship, family, second chances, and the enduring power of love.”
— Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author
“A heartfelt and memorable tale of family, love, resilience, and the triumph of human spirit.”
— Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author“Takes readers to four continents as she celebrates the power of hope, optimism, and female friendship.”
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Anita Abriel was born and raised in Sydney. She is the author of the bestselling novel, The Light After the War, which was inspired by her mother’s story of survival during World War II. Both of her parents were Holocaust survivors. Lana’s War was inspired by her mother’s stories of the work of the Resistance on the French Riviera saving countless Jews from the clutches of Alois Bruner, who sent more than 100,000 Jews to ghettos and concentration camps in Eastern Europe. Visit her at http://www.anitaabriel.com/
Jesse Vilinsky is a classically trained actress and voice actor, having graduated from the USC School of Dramatic Arts and BADA in London. She has lent her voice to numerous film and television projects and has worked on various video games, animation, and commercial projects as well. As a narrator, Jesse has garnered recognition in AudioFile magazine for her expertly voiced characters and ability to bring forth the strength and truth of their stories.