War Torn Book 1

by Jan Lloyd

FBT review:

Experience the gripping and heart-wrenching journey of love and survival in "War Torn Book 1" by Jan Lloyd. This unforgettable historical romance takes you deep into the heart of World War II, following the story of Frances Meyer, a talented violin virtuoso caught in the chaos of the war. Shipwrecked and alone, Frances finds unexpected rescue aboard a German U-boat commanded by the enigmatic Kapitan Kristian Mueller. Their forbidden affair blossoms amidst the confined and tense space of the submarine, only to be torn apart when Frances is arrested and interned in grim holding camps. As she fights for survival in Auschwitz, threats from all sides loom. Meticulously researched and beautifully written, this novel is a captivating tale of love, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of the human soul. Discover this indie title that will transport you to a world where love becomes a beacon of hope in the darkest of times.

Publisher Description:

An unforgettable romantic historical novel that takes you deep into the heart of World War II…

Set against the backdrop of this devastating conflict, this captivating story follows the journey of Frances Meyer, a talented violin virtuoso with a mixed heritage, as she battles for survival amidst the ravages of war and the looming threat from a once-trusted friend.

It is October 1942, and as Frances desperately attempts to flee France with her ailing Jewish husband, fate intervenes, leaving her shipwrecked and alone in the treacherous waters of the Atlantic. Just when hope seems lost, an unexpected rescue comes in the form of a German U-boat commanded by the enigmatic Kapitan Kristian Mueller.

Frances must now navigate the profound loss of her husband and adjust to the harsh realities of life aboard a U-boat. Amidst the relentless roar of engines, the pungent scent of diesel, and the stifling confines of the vessel, Frances finds herself surrounded by fifty young men exuding testosterone. It is within this tense and confined space that an unlikely connection blossoms between Frances and Mueller, culminating in a forbidden affair that both captivates and torments them. However, their passionate entanglement is abruptly severed when the U-boat returns to port, tearing Frances from the arms of her lover. Arrested by the SS, she is interned in the grim confines of Drancy holding camp, where she forms a bond with a young Jewish woman, learning the art of survival from her. But when they are transported to the notorious Auschwitz, Frances discovers that survival itself becomes an almost insurmountable challenge, especially when threats emerge from both sides, eager to see her perish.

A gripping tale of love, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of the human soul in the face of unspeakable atrocities. With meticulously researched historical detail and deeply evocative storytelling, this novel will transport you to a world where survival is a daily battle, and love becomes a beacon of hope in the darkest of times.

A heart-wrenching tale of forbidden love and unbreakable spirit in a war-torn world…