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In 1940 Helen Chapman and Annie Taylor set out to seek independence and do their bit for the war effort. Helen wants to be a nurse but Annie-a talented flautist-is escaping from home, bitter because-although she has won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music-her father has refused permission. As Red Cross Volunteer Aid Detachment Nursing Auxiliaries, they are assigned to an RAF hospital in Southern England. Work is hard, discipline firm, and fraternising with the patients forbidden. Here they find love and tragedy. Their rivalry for Will Longford-an Australian pilot injured when he bails out of his stricken Spitfire-threatens to destroy their lifelong friendship. As they come of age during the turmoil of war the secrets they keep and the lies they tell haunt Helen. Will is enigmatic and keeps his own secret...

259 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

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April 25, 2014
A gripping tale of two friends in love with the same man and the secrets which threaten to ruin their lives. The book provides a nostalgic picture of wartorn Britain coupled with the plight of three people caught up in the dramas that ensue. I couldn't put it down. I recommend it highly.
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April 22, 2013
I really enjoyed the journey this book took me on... In particular the interesting historical aspects were depicted so well, taking me to another place and time, and the storyline surrounding the three main characters, and the web it weaved, keep me on the edge of my seat! Nice to read!
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June 8, 2013
I enjoyed this story of Helen and Annie. I loved how the historical aspects of WWII were woven in, and the horrors of the time were not diminished. The characters are beautifully brought to life and their friendship was strong enough to survive even the worst secrets. A beautiful story.
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March 5, 2013
Secrets and misunderstandings! Some that take almost a lifetime to resolve...
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