Sometimes you need a romance novel to get you through some shit.

I’m not a huge romance novel fan — although that is starting to change the more of them I read — but this book was still a good read. It takes place during WW2, and tells the story of a woman with a mysterious past, the boy who lives with her who may or may not be her son, and the wounded American soldier who interrupts their isolation.

The forced proximity trope is strong in this one, giving the reader a chance to see the budding relationship between the main character and the wounded American solider from both people’s perspectives. The curiosity of the wounded soldier is an intriguing contrast to the anxieties and worries of the female main character. And with the plot overlayed into a background of World War 2, there is always the threat of discovery, the threat of war tearing through their romance as it blooms.

The writing in this book is compelling and filled with emotions. The curiosity and intrigue surrounding the primary characters keeps the reader interested and asking questions as they read. If you enjoy historical romance sprinkled with mystery, I recommend this book.

You can find this novel here and remember to give Satcia some love!