{"product_id":"news-of-the-world-dvd-0191329154144","title":"News of the World","description":"The highly awaited new novel from the \u003cem\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe German Midwife\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenice, 1943\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe world is at war, and Stella Jilani is leading a double life. By day she works in the lion's den as a typist for the Reich; by night, she risks her life as a messenger for the Italian resistance. Against all odds, Stella must impart Nazi secrets, smuggle essential supplies and produce an underground newspaper on her beloved typewriter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when German commander General Breugal becomes suspicious, it seems he will stop at nothing to find the mole, and Stella knows her future could be in jeopardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLondon, 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYears later, Luisa Belmont finds a mysterious old typewriter in her attic. Determined to find out who it belonged to, Luisa delves into the past and uncovers a story of fierce love, unimaginable sacrifice and, ultimately, the worst kind of betrayal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet between German-occupied 1940s Venice and modern-day London, this is a fascinating tale of the bravery of everyday women in the darkest corners of WI, for readers of \u003cem\u003eThe Tattooist of Auschwitz\u003c\/em\u003e by Heather Morris and \u003cem\u003eThe Lost Girls of Paris\u003c\/em\u003e by Pam Jenoff.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Secret Messenger\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Intriguing, pacy and fascinating.' Suzanne Goldring, author of \u003cem\u003eMy Name is Eva\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Unique, emotional and life-affirming.' Melanie Hudson, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Last Letter from Juliet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A beautifully written novel, perfect for historical fiction lovers.' Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Girls of Pearl Harbor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Another fantastic page-turner.' LP Fergusson, author of \u003cem\u003eA Dangerous Act of Kindness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I felt I was walking alongside Stella over bridges and along canals at every heartstopping moment. Wonderful.' Molly Green, author of \u003cem\u003eAn Orphan's Wish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'One of the stronger novels that pays homage to the women involved in the movements of resistance.' Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Refreshingly different. Even if you think you have read enough war books this year I strongly recommend you read this one.' Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'If you like WI stories, this is a must read.' Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Marvellous and highly recommended story on a little known aspect of WI.' Reader review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ VERY_GOOD \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":49702252544273,"sku":"DVDB08QRYXT46VG","price":11.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":53419140382993,"sku":"CINB08QRYXT46G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/B08QRYXT46.jpg?v=1750970661","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/products\/news-of-the-world-dvd-0191329154144","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}