Long Way Home
Jun 2022 · Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
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In this gripping portrait of war and its aftermath from bestselling author Lynn Austin, a young woman searches for the truth her childhood friend won’t discuss after returning from World War II, revealing a story of courage, friendship, and faith.
Peggy Serrano couldn’t wait for her best friend to come home from the war. But the Jimmy Barnett who returns is much different from the Jimmy who left, changed so drastically by his experience as a medic in Europe that he can barely function. When he attempts the unthinkable, his parents check him into the VA hospital. Peggy determines to help the Barnetts unravel what might have happened to send their son over the edge. She starts by contacting Jimmy’s war buddies, trying to identify the mysterious woman in the photo they find in Jimmy’s belongings.
Seven years earlier, sensing the rising tide against her people, Gisela Wolff and her family flee Germany aboard the passenger ship St. Louis, bound for Havana, Cuba. Gisela meets Sam Shapiro on board and the two fall quickly in love. But the ship is denied safe harbor and sent back to Europe. Thus begins Gisela’s perilous journey of exile and survival, made possible only by the kindness and courage of a series of strangers she meets along the way, including one man who will change the course of her life.
Peggy Serrano couldn’t wait for her best friend to come home from the war. But the Jimmy Barnett who returns is much different from the Jimmy who left, changed so drastically by his experience as a medic in Europe that he can barely function. When he attempts the unthinkable, his parents check him into the VA hospital. Peggy determines to help the Barnetts unravel what might have happened to send their son over the edge. She starts by contacting Jimmy’s war buddies, trying to identify the mysterious woman in the photo they find in Jimmy’s belongings.
Seven years earlier, sensing the rising tide against her people, Gisela Wolff and her family flee Germany aboard the passenger ship St. Louis, bound for Havana, Cuba. Gisela meets Sam Shapiro on board and the two fall quickly in love. But the ship is denied safe harbor and sent back to Europe. Thus begins Gisela’s perilous journey of exile and survival, made possible only by the kindness and courage of a series of strangers she meets along the way, including one man who will change the course of her life.
- A poignant WWII historical fiction novel from the author of All My Secrets and If I Were You
- Explores themes of compassion, perseverance, healing, and the impact of war
- Includes discussion questions for book clubs
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Sally Baumann
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4 July 2022
Inspiring: What an amazing novel that was equally heartbreaking and inspiring. I appreciated that even though it didn't shy away from tough subject matters, the overall tone of the book wasn't too depressing or heavy, but somehow hope shone through. I thought it was unique that the dual timelines were close together, one set during WWII and the other just afterwards but it all interconnected and unravelled perfectly. I found it fascinating learning more about the plight of Jewish refugees during the war. It was also quite shocking discovering how veterans with battle fatigue/PTSD were treated back then. I loved the message of reconciling faith when faced with terrible evil and suffering and thought the different character's faith journeys felt authentic. I fell in love with all of the characters and felt like they had become my friends by the end of the book! I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.
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