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Madeleine
Madeleine isn’t like other grieving war widows. Claudette isn’t like other young French women. As their lives collide, Madeleine and Claude will discover a depth of connection and desire they never knew could exist. Can their love flourish in post-WW2 France or will their past derail their future? If you like your novels with strong leading ladies, smouldering chemistry and an epic love story that twists and turns, then you’ll love Emma Nichol’s latest lesbian romance.
283 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2018
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Emma Nichols
14 books186 followersEmma Nichols lives in Buckinghamshire with her partner and two children. She served for 12 years in the British Army, studied Psychology and an MBA, and published several non-fiction books under another name, in sports peak performance, before dipping her toes into the world of lesbian fiction.
Emma's bestselling lesbian romance books are: Finding You, Remember Us, The Hangover, Forbidden, Ariana and Madeleine.
Emma's bestselling lesbian romance books are: Finding You, Remember Us, The Hangover, Forbidden, Ariana and Madeleine.
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December 29, 2018
Captivating
A beautiful story of attraction and love that can't be suppressed.
Claudette finds work on the Railway in a rural town. She is the only woman on the job and it is only by favor of her father's influences.
Claude saves a young girl from drowning and walks her and her brother to the restaurant their family owns. There, she meets thier mother, Madeleine.
The rest, is a wonderful journey as they find love, family, and face challenges a long the way. Some of them seemingly insurmountable.
I really liked the pacing. Never too fast or too slow. Just enjoyed the ride.
Madeleine was a great character. She was surprisingly strong and self aware for a woman of that era.
There were a few times I was frustrated with Claude. But I just overlooked it because of her young age. Oh yeah, there was an age gap. It really wasn't an issue.
The best thing about this was the depth and quality of emotion. Through combination of thoughts, movements, and words, you very much feel the longing.
Only thing that bothered me was dialogue from Claude at times. It felt formal with Madeleine when I expected a little bit more familiarity or intimacy.
Defenitley a good read for those who like romance, kids, and books set in the past.
A beautiful story of attraction and love that can't be suppressed.
Claudette finds work on the Railway in a rural town. She is the only woman on the job and it is only by favor of her father's influences.
Claude saves a young girl from drowning and walks her and her brother to the restaurant their family owns. There, she meets thier mother, Madeleine.
The rest, is a wonderful journey as they find love, family, and face challenges a long the way. Some of them seemingly insurmountable.
I really liked the pacing. Never too fast or too slow. Just enjoyed the ride.
Madeleine was a great character. She was surprisingly strong and self aware for a woman of that era.
There were a few times I was frustrated with Claude. But I just overlooked it because of her young age. Oh yeah, there was an age gap. It really wasn't an issue.
The best thing about this was the depth and quality of emotion. Through combination of thoughts, movements, and words, you very much feel the longing.
Only thing that bothered me was dialogue from Claude at times. It felt formal with Madeleine when I expected a little bit more familiarity or intimacy.
Defenitley a good read for those who like romance, kids, and books set in the past.
January 5, 2019
Madeleine or high drama-rama in a small post-war French village was – as it turned out – not really my bag. It was overly sentimental and predictable. The moustache twirling villain could be spotted from a mile away (or was it the garlic on his breath?), the children are of course adorable, the illicit love affair fraught with obstacles.
Our heroine, the noble butch Claudette or Claude comes to the small French town to work on the railroad. The men don’t really know what to make of this short haired stranger from Paris. The boss man is openly hostile but Claude puts her head down and works like a demon.
One look at local hottie, the widow Madeleine, who is cooking up a storm at the restaurant that also feeds all the workers, is enough to make Claude weak in the knees. After she saves Madeleine’s young daughter from drowning she strikes up a friendship with both the kids and their mother. Lots of scrumptious meals and hot cocoas ensue. Their mutual attraction grows.
The boss man also has his gleaming eye on the merry widow and propositions her. Madeleine - who is kinda relieved to be without a hairy cave man in her bed for once – politely declines.
Claude gets roughed up. We get some hurt-comfort action and just when we think there is a chance for the galls to be happy… (insert eye-roll). More drama. Also lots of tears and cognac and Claude feels she has no other option than to pack her bags and get out of Dodge.
If and how they find their happy ending is for you to find out. I think this will be a great read for fans of traditional romance. I just don’t have a tolerance for it.
f/f - as per the usual in a traditional high romantic piece the sexy times are buried in convoluted flowery metaphors.
Themes: Claude is a saint, I had no idea winters in France where so brutal, hot cocoa anyone?
3 stars
Our heroine, the noble butch Claudette or Claude comes to the small French town to work on the railroad. The men don’t really know what to make of this short haired stranger from Paris. The boss man is openly hostile but Claude puts her head down and works like a demon.
One look at local hottie, the widow Madeleine, who is cooking up a storm at the restaurant that also feeds all the workers, is enough to make Claude weak in the knees. After she saves Madeleine’s young daughter from drowning she strikes up a friendship with both the kids and their mother. Lots of scrumptious meals and hot cocoas ensue. Their mutual attraction grows.
The boss man also has his gleaming eye on the merry widow and propositions her. Madeleine - who is kinda relieved to be without a hairy cave man in her bed for once – politely declines.
Claude gets roughed up. We get some hurt-comfort action and just when we think there is a chance for the galls to be happy… (insert eye-roll). More drama. Also lots of tears and cognac and Claude feels she has no other option than to pack her bags and get out of Dodge.
If and how they find their happy ending is for you to find out. I think this will be a great read for fans of traditional romance. I just don’t have a tolerance for it.
f/f - as per the usual in a traditional high romantic piece the sexy times are buried in convoluted flowery metaphors.
Themes: Claude is a saint, I had no idea winters in France where so brutal, hot cocoa anyone?
3 stars
January 4, 2019
The story of Madeleine, war widow with two children, and Claude(tte), a soft butch railway-working engineer, had me oscillate between 'awwwws' and 'really?! c'mon' throughout the earlier chapters until firmly settling on the latter towards the end of the book as more and more twists, surprises and resolutions popped up.
There was a lot I liked about this book. There is a gentleness to the characters and their developing relationship that I found heartwarming and endearing. Madeleine's awakening of feelings was joyous to behold, and Claude seemed an all around gentle saint with a penchant for... well.... everything.
There were also a few bits that I didn't like quite so much.
The attitudes of villager's towards Claude in her men's clothes, lesbian ways, men's job seemed to swoosh from rejection and horror to viewing her as an all-around good egg in the blink of an eye. Lovely, but perhaps not very believable. The main rival for Madeleine's affections is a chap who is so pompous and absurd and bad with people that he alone probably could make women swear off men for a good long forever. Claude doesn't need someone so bad to make her look good and I wish that she'd have been allowed to shine in her own right and not just next to the human walrus and other men who are just terrible. And whilst the relationship Claude develops with the kids is lovely, I find the writing of the kids really unrealistic. If children were like this, then parents wouldn't look so tired all the time...
It's towards the end of the book where we have a bit of drama pop up like a real surprise. I am not sure the book needed it. Given the setting, the view of independent women - never mind lesbian relationships - at the time and all the other things they were dealing with, it just seemed a bit like a pile-on. And in order to get out of this mess we get several deus ex machina moments. No spoilers here though.
Overall, I think it is well-written, with a nice set-up, and a warm, gentle romance.
***For full disclosure: I am currently grading a bunch of student work and that always has a deleterious effect on my mood and drains me off the milk of human kindness. It's me. Not the book. Sorry.***
There was a lot I liked about this book. There is a gentleness to the characters and their developing relationship that I found heartwarming and endearing. Madeleine's awakening of feelings was joyous to behold, and Claude seemed an all around gentle saint with a penchant for... well.... everything.
There were also a few bits that I didn't like quite so much.
The attitudes of villager's towards Claude in her men's clothes, lesbian ways, men's job seemed to swoosh from rejection and horror to viewing her as an all-around good egg in the blink of an eye. Lovely, but perhaps not very believable. The main rival for Madeleine's affections is a chap who is so pompous and absurd and bad with people that he alone probably could make women swear off men for a good long forever. Claude doesn't need someone so bad to make her look good and I wish that she'd have been allowed to shine in her own right and not just next to the human walrus and other men who are just terrible. And whilst the relationship Claude develops with the kids is lovely, I find the writing of the kids really unrealistic. If children were like this, then parents wouldn't look so tired all the time...
It's towards the end of the book where we have a bit of drama pop up like a real surprise. I am not sure the book needed it. Given the setting, the view of independent women - never mind lesbian relationships - at the time and all the other things they were dealing with, it just seemed a bit like a pile-on. And in order to get out of this mess we get several deus ex machina moments. No spoilers here though.
Overall, I think it is well-written, with a nice set-up, and a warm, gentle romance.
***For full disclosure: I am currently grading a bunch of student work and that always has a deleterious effect on my mood and drains me off the milk of human kindness. It's me. Not the book. Sorry.***
January 19, 2023
Fantastique!!!
Madeleine, a war widow, meets Claude, a woman working in the town on the railway when a dramatic event brings them together. Spending time with one another as Madeleine’s past comes back to play havoc with her present all whilst her emotions are playing havoc with her heart about Claude, the two of them realise they have more of a connection than either of them knew existed, leaving them with difficult choices to make in a post-world war two time.
I loved this! It was contemporary, moving, sensual and completely immersive as a story. A real gem, and one not to be missed. The historic feel and setting of the story played second to the important elements of feelings and emotions that formed the romance and it was just the perfect combination. The visuals and imagery Emma created with this story, even the grittier, hard hitting parts, were beautiful in a way and I could see it all so clearly. I felt as if I was there, in this town, experiencing these two unique women falling in love.
Claude was a strong character, she had a good sense of life, morals, and her ethics were nothing but upstanding and respectful. All she faced in a male dominated profession and town were something to be endured and she did so, standing strong and true to herself, no matter what. Madeleine was also strong, but in a different way. She was emotionally challenged upon meeting Claude and always as a widow and mother, so she had a different set of morals and responsibilities but they complemented each other perfectly.
For me, their story was very serene, it just had a lovely feel and flow that carried me away and I couldn’t put the book down. This was by far my favourite story from Emma Nichols, so far, and I adored it. There was just this unexplainable beauty, depth, and loveliness to the story that you have to truly experience for yourself. Everyone will perceive the story differently, but it is a classic romance.
I adored reading this and encourage all romance lovers and other readers to pick it up, even if historical isn’t your thing, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised and really enjoy this story, as did I.
Madeleine, a war widow, meets Claude, a woman working in the town on the railway when a dramatic event brings them together. Spending time with one another as Madeleine’s past comes back to play havoc with her present all whilst her emotions are playing havoc with her heart about Claude, the two of them realise they have more of a connection than either of them knew existed, leaving them with difficult choices to make in a post-world war two time.
I loved this! It was contemporary, moving, sensual and completely immersive as a story. A real gem, and one not to be missed. The historic feel and setting of the story played second to the important elements of feelings and emotions that formed the romance and it was just the perfect combination. The visuals and imagery Emma created with this story, even the grittier, hard hitting parts, were beautiful in a way and I could see it all so clearly. I felt as if I was there, in this town, experiencing these two unique women falling in love.
Claude was a strong character, she had a good sense of life, morals, and her ethics were nothing but upstanding and respectful. All she faced in a male dominated profession and town were something to be endured and she did so, standing strong and true to herself, no matter what. Madeleine was also strong, but in a different way. She was emotionally challenged upon meeting Claude and always as a widow and mother, so she had a different set of morals and responsibilities but they complemented each other perfectly.
For me, their story was very serene, it just had a lovely feel and flow that carried me away and I couldn’t put the book down. This was by far my favourite story from Emma Nichols, so far, and I adored it. There was just this unexplainable beauty, depth, and loveliness to the story that you have to truly experience for yourself. Everyone will perceive the story differently, but it is a classic romance.
I adored reading this and encourage all romance lovers and other readers to pick it up, even if historical isn’t your thing, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised and really enjoy this story, as did I.
October 17, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5 stars)
I liked a lot about the novel Madeleine.
The post-war French setting feels vivid and real, and both main characters, Claude and Madeine, are well written and thought-out. Claude, working in a man’s world, comes across as strong and steady yet carries immense wisdom for her age, while Madeleine’s grief and sense of duty toward her children make her very believable and sympathetic. Some of the quieter domestic scenes are really touching and full of warmth which always put a smile on my face and made me long for even more emotional scenes between the two and/or also between Claude, Madeleine and her kids.
That said, a few things kept me from rating it higher. The village’s shifting attitudes toward Claude often feel inconsistent; one moment hostile, the next surprisingly tolerant, without much explanation. A couple of late plot turns seem too neat, like the story suddenly wants a happy resolution it hasn’t completely earned.
Besides, the dialogue can feel stiff at times, especially early on, when I wished for more emotional depth between the two main characters. The pacing is really good though!
Still, this is a tender, thoughtful, and I think quietly feminist novel. It’s not flawless, but if you enjoy understated romance with strong female characters and a sense of history, it’s worth reading. And I’d certainly recommend ♡
I liked a lot about the novel Madeleine.
The post-war French setting feels vivid and real, and both main characters, Claude and Madeine, are well written and thought-out. Claude, working in a man’s world, comes across as strong and steady yet carries immense wisdom for her age, while Madeleine’s grief and sense of duty toward her children make her very believable and sympathetic. Some of the quieter domestic scenes are really touching and full of warmth which always put a smile on my face and made me long for even more emotional scenes between the two and/or also between Claude, Madeleine and her kids.
That said, a few things kept me from rating it higher. The village’s shifting attitudes toward Claude often feel inconsistent; one moment hostile, the next surprisingly tolerant, without much explanation. A couple of late plot turns seem too neat, like the story suddenly wants a happy resolution it hasn’t completely earned.
Besides, the dialogue can feel stiff at times, especially early on, when I wished for more emotional depth between the two main characters. The pacing is really good though!
Still, this is a tender, thoughtful, and I think quietly feminist novel. It’s not flawless, but if you enjoy understated romance with strong female characters and a sense of history, it’s worth reading. And I’d certainly recommend ♡
October 27, 2022
This is an earlier one of Emma Nichols' with a difficult premise, a lesbian romance in post war rural France. What I could feel here though already is the intensity of her writing, that I found honed to even a higher standard in "Don't Tell Me Who To Love".
I liked both, Claudette (Claud) and Madeleine from the start and the resolution for their happy ending is very credible, given how I expereience the social coherence of rural communities in France even today. In farming hard working, strong women aren't exactly a rarity and those qualities command respect. More so after a war, that killed a high percentage of men, whose work nevertheless still had to be done.
This is not a happy go lucky easy romance read, but a really good book, that had me pause, sometimes, to digest what I had read. The ending was well worth putting the effort in, though.
I liked both, Claudette (Claud) and Madeleine from the start and the resolution for their happy ending is very credible, given how I expereience the social coherence of rural communities in France even today. In farming hard working, strong women aren't exactly a rarity and those qualities command respect. More so after a war, that killed a high percentage of men, whose work nevertheless still had to be done.
This is not a happy go lucky easy romance read, but a really good book, that had me pause, sometimes, to digest what I had read. The ending was well worth putting the effort in, though.
December 21, 2018
Captivating love story set in post war France, it tells the story a woman with two children, Natty and Albert and Claudette who arrives in town to start work on the railway. Great strong characters, wonderful descriptive writing, I could practically smell the onions cooking.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this well written story by Emma Nichols who has improved immensely as a writer. I loved everything about this book and totally recommend it, perfect reading for a cosy winter night.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this well written story by Emma Nichols who has improved immensely as a writer. I loved everything about this book and totally recommend it, perfect reading for a cosy winter night.
January 14, 2020
Emma Nichols' lesbian historical romance, MADELEINE, is a pure delight. When I first realized that the novel is set in post-WWII France, I thought "oh, no, this is going to be sad!" So many lesbian romances written in or set in earlier times do have unhappy endings! This one, however, has two wonderful heroines who are incredibly passionate, loving, and dedicated. Not to claim that there are no obstacles; there wouldn't be a story without those! But I loved restauranteur Madeleine, her two children, and strong railroad worker Claudette (Claude) and their sensual romance--very sensual in every sense of the word!
August 29, 2025
3.5 ⭐️there were some continuity issues that really bothered me, only because it was literally a page away. One second, Madeleine is saying that Albert wasn’t even 2 when his father died(which makes it impossible for Natty to be born) but then on the literal next page, she says they were planning a sixth birthday party for him when she heard he had died… idk why but it really bothered me. Overall it was a good story, I do wish there was more at the end, it wrapped up too quickly.
January 14, 2019
First by this author, and first historical of the year.
I was surprised by how fast it grabbed my attention, I usually have trouble getting into historical fiction.
The characters were colorful and real, there was some unexpected twists which are always welcome.
One of my favorite things was the portrayal of being in the closet, and coming out, the struggle was very real for Claude and really relatable, I was nodding my head the entire time.
Really good read!
I was surprised by how fast it grabbed my attention, I usually have trouble getting into historical fiction.
The characters were colorful and real, there was some unexpected twists which are always welcome.
One of my favorite things was the portrayal of being in the closet, and coming out, the struggle was very real for Claude and really relatable, I was nodding my head the entire time.
Really good read!
May 21, 2020
I am as sucker for historical romance mostly because there are not a lot out there for lesfic. This story takes place after WWII in France. There is a twist towards the end that ramps up the angst factor perfectly and was a great "oh shit, what now!?" moment. It was resolved in a very clever way and I loved the ending. This is just a really nice solid romance.
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March 26, 2019DNF. I tried again to read it, but I can’t, I don’t find it interesting enough.
January 5, 2019
Madeleine is one of the better written books I've read recently. Emma Nichols' writing is effective and polished; I feel she takes her craft seriously.
Although I didn't feel I could really connect to the title character, I understood why Claude fell in love with her, and I liked the courage Madeleine displayed by being forthcoming with Claude about her feelings and her willingness to take risks to be with her. Likewise, hardworking Claude has such a tender heart it's clear why Madeleine is smitten. The relationship Claude builds with Natty and Albert is darling and this was another sweet (and sometimes heartbreaking) aspect to the story.
The ending seemed a bit pat and the timing of Claude's departure a little over-the-top coincidental, but I enjoyed how the men in Claude's life looked out for her.
Well done, Ms. Nichols.
Although I didn't feel I could really connect to the title character, I understood why Claude fell in love with her, and I liked the courage Madeleine displayed by being forthcoming with Claude about her feelings and her willingness to take risks to be with her. Likewise, hardworking Claude has such a tender heart it's clear why Madeleine is smitten. The relationship Claude builds with Natty and Albert is darling and this was another sweet (and sometimes heartbreaking) aspect to the story.
The ending seemed a bit pat and the timing of Claude's departure a little over-the-top coincidental, but I enjoyed how the men in Claude's life looked out for her.
Well done, Ms. Nichols.
November 14, 2022
An historical gem. 💐
I would like to congratulate Ms Nichols on her very successful venture into that rarely approached genre of historical fiction involving two female lovers.
World War 2 provides a plethora of sun subjects many of which appear in this novel.
Beyond the obvious F/F protagonists, we encounter the problems of post war reconstruction and new growth, poverty, cowardice and desertion, fractured families and women losing their jobs when men return from battle.
Despite’s all of this, there is romance which shines through all of this sub text and the wonderful idolization of children and their ability to sense true love.
I hope the author continues to explore this subject matter since there is so much to learn, as well as so many obstacles for true love to conquer. ❤️
I would like to congratulate Ms Nichols on her very successful venture into that rarely approached genre of historical fiction involving two female lovers.
World War 2 provides a plethora of sun subjects many of which appear in this novel.
Beyond the obvious F/F protagonists, we encounter the problems of post war reconstruction and new growth, poverty, cowardice and desertion, fractured families and women losing their jobs when men return from battle.
Despite’s all of this, there is romance which shines through all of this sub text and the wonderful idolization of children and their ability to sense true love.
I hope the author continues to explore this subject matter since there is so much to learn, as well as so many obstacles for true love to conquer. ❤️
August 29, 2019
Claude and Madeleine
This book was beautiful, despite the few flaws I couldn't give it less than five stars. At times I was confused by the dialog and who was speaking, I'm curious what was the purpose of bring Raoul back? He was truly worthless and it dint progress the story for me, I figured you needed that climax to sum up the end but just having Claude realize she's respected and accepted amongst her new community would've been good enough for me. Maddy is a Gem, I loved how she was truly willing to risk it all for Claude and the children knew and accepted what they felt from the moment they met they knew she would always be apart of their lives. It's a lovely book, thank you Emma
This book was beautiful, despite the few flaws I couldn't give it less than five stars. At times I was confused by the dialog and who was speaking, I'm curious what was the purpose of bring Raoul back? He was truly worthless and it dint progress the story for me, I figured you needed that climax to sum up the end but just having Claude realize she's respected and accepted amongst her new community would've been good enough for me. Maddy is a Gem, I loved how she was truly willing to risk it all for Claude and the children knew and accepted what they felt from the moment they met they knew she would always be apart of their lives. It's a lovely book, thank you Emma
September 25, 2019
Wonderful!
This is a very well written book set shortly after WW2. Men were reclaiming jobs from the women who kept the majority of all businesses staffed and running to support the war effort. Madeleine has moved past the death of her husband and children's father in the war and is raising her children alone. Claudette "Claude" walks into Madeleine's family's eating establishment and changes the course of all their lives. Toss in Madeleine's supposedly dead husband showing up, a long hidden family secret finally revealed, and an interesting set of supporting characters, and you have a wonderful addition to your must read list.
This is a very well written book set shortly after WW2. Men were reclaiming jobs from the women who kept the majority of all businesses staffed and running to support the war effort. Madeleine has moved past the death of her husband and children's father in the war and is raising her children alone. Claudette "Claude" walks into Madeleine's family's eating establishment and changes the course of all their lives. Toss in Madeleine's supposedly dead husband showing up, a long hidden family secret finally revealed, and an interesting set of supporting characters, and you have a wonderful addition to your must read list.
December 14, 2020
Marvelous!
I love historical novels anyway and this is superb. It takes place after WWII so it’s not a war novel. The story takes place in a small town that is beginning to get back on its feet. Madeline, her sisters and mother own a restaurant that has a contract with 2 companies who have workers stationed there so they aren’t struggling. The main character lost her husband in the war and has 2 children. She meets Claude (Claudette) and they develop a companionship that is easy and that Madeline realizes she has never had before with anyone.
This is a story I could not put down so I highly recommend it.
I love historical novels anyway and this is superb. It takes place after WWII so it’s not a war novel. The story takes place in a small town that is beginning to get back on its feet. Madeline, her sisters and mother own a restaurant that has a contract with 2 companies who have workers stationed there so they aren’t struggling. The main character lost her husband in the war and has 2 children. She meets Claude (Claudette) and they develop a companionship that is easy and that Madeline realizes she has never had before with anyone.
This is a story I could not put down so I highly recommend it.
December 20, 2018
Let’s me say I love this book. It’s a period piece set after the war, but it could happen today. For me it played out in my mind as a wonderful romantic movie. As they say, I laughed, I cried, am better for reading this. Ms. Nichols writing is very descriptive, it paints a great pictures in your minds eye. I think the best thing I can say about this book is that I didn’t get my laundry done yesterday. I didn’t want to put the book down. Who needs clean clothes when you have a great book to read! Thank you Emma Nichols.
February 17, 2019
I was all ready to rate this 2 stars. Until So yeah, the last third is a mess.
January 7, 2019
Beautiful
This is a beautifully written love story that takes place at a time when a woman loving another woman was not acceptable. I love when I read a story that immerses me to the point where I feel as though I'm sitting inside the book and watching the story unfold before my eyes.
The characters are so real, emotions that will touch your heart and descriptions
that will make you feel the cold of winter and the warmth and love of two women who have each other's heart.
This is a beautifully written love story that takes place at a time when a woman loving another woman was not acceptable. I love when I read a story that immerses me to the point where I feel as though I'm sitting inside the book and watching the story unfold before my eyes.
The characters are so real, emotions that will touch your heart and descriptions
that will make you feel the cold of winter and the warmth and love of two women who have each other's heart.
March 9, 2020
I was not convinced about this book by its description but as it was Emma Nichols I thought why not. So glad I did what a lovely well written story, I couldn't put it down and found it was when I had eventually finished I wanted it to go on forever!
There were a couple of twists and turns and it is surrounding these that I felt a couple of elements did make sense of didn't need to be added? But they are small niggles just read the book you won't be disappointed.
There were a couple of twists and turns and it is surrounding these that I felt a couple of elements did make sense of didn't need to be added? But they are small niggles just read the book you won't be disappointed.
October 17, 2020
A heart felt story
It was truly hard to put down each and every time. I thought the plot would go like so many lesbian stories where the guy winds up with the girl. Alas, this story, setting, and period time was perfect. MS. Nichols is a true story teller. It is a pleasure to read her work and once you read her material, you truly get a sense of the love and respect MS. Nichols has and gives to her characters. BRAVO!
It was truly hard to put down each and every time. I thought the plot would go like so many lesbian stories where the guy winds up with the girl. Alas, this story, setting, and period time was perfect. MS. Nichols is a true story teller. It is a pleasure to read her work and once you read her material, you truly get a sense of the love and respect MS. Nichols has and gives to her characters. BRAVO!
January 3, 2019
Once in a great while
I absolutely loved this journey- I've read alot of les-fic and this was a new, refreshing read. Characters have charm, and the one's that don't, have their world views change. I have read this author before and will continue to check on her new stories. Thank you for feeding my passion for reading-
I absolutely loved this journey- I've read alot of les-fic and this was a new, refreshing read. Characters have charm, and the one's that don't, have their world views change. I have read this author before and will continue to check on her new stories. Thank you for feeding my passion for reading-
April 6, 2019
A scream heard and a young women rescues the young boy.
Two women meet after the one brings the child home to his widowed mother. There eyes flash upon seeing each other. A tragedy occurs to the heroine and the city responds to help. Self doubt separates them for a little while but true love prevails. Enjoy!
Two women meet after the one brings the child home to his widowed mother. There eyes flash upon seeing each other. A tragedy occurs to the heroine and the city responds to help. Self doubt separates them for a little while but true love prevails. Enjoy!
August 17, 2019
4.75
I was so baffled at the middle about the problem that arose.
Loved Claude and Madeleine. The kids were cute, but honestly I was focused on rooting for their love.
I've had this book in my library for a while now, fearing the subjects at hand. I threw myself into it before I could talk myself out of it and regret nothing.
HEA
I was so baffled at the middle about the problem that arose.
Loved Claude and Madeleine. The kids were cute, but honestly I was focused on rooting for their love.
I've had this book in my library for a while now, fearing the subjects at hand. I threw myself into it before I could talk myself out of it and regret nothing.
HEA
December 25, 2019
I love the way Claude interacts with the children, it shows her gentle kindness. The twists and turns in this story were fitting and not especially predictable. I especially love the twist about Madeline's mother. I adore how everyone in town grows and changes in the story. It goes to show that love really can conquer all. It also shows that love comes in many forms. Excellent storytelling.
December 25, 2018
A Must Read Book.
This was an awesome read and story. Based in France at the end of the war with a few twists and turns.
Emma Nichols ( author) did a great job writing this book as it was different to her others..
Recommend you bet.
This was an awesome read and story. Based in France at the end of the war with a few twists and turns.
Emma Nichols ( author) did a great job writing this book as it was different to her others..
Recommend you bet.
January 22, 2019
Captured my heart
What a good story. I immediately fell in love with Claude. A strong independent young woman. And Madeleine.....a beautiful caring mother. As I read i wanted nothing but the best for these characters. From the first page i was hooked!
What a good story. I immediately fell in love with Claude. A strong independent young woman. And Madeleine.....a beautiful caring mother. As I read i wanted nothing but the best for these characters. From the first page i was hooked!
April 8, 2019
Riveting
One of the best books I’ve read as of late. Made me laugh and cry. I am so grateful the book ended in the way it did. They were truly in love and deserved to be together, even during that time period. Thank You for such an amazing read.
One of the best books I’ve read as of late. Made me laugh and cry. I am so grateful the book ended in the way it did. They were truly in love and deserved to be together, even during that time period. Thank You for such an amazing read.
September 9, 2019
Magnificent,
An awesome read. Was sad it ended, would have continue reading this love story. A story of many types of people. A time of war, unemployment and bigotry.
Read the story, it was awesome and I look forward to more of Me Nichols stories.
An awesome read. Was sad it ended, would have continue reading this love story. A story of many types of people. A time of war, unemployment and bigotry.
Read the story, it was awesome and I look forward to more of Me Nichols stories.
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