Neighbours at War

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When everything is at stake, how far would you go to save your neighbour
When German forces invade the Channel Islands and the citizens of Jersey are cut off from the rest of the UK, the islands residents bond together to resist the enemy.

East London native Helen Bowman was never meant to be here, but when she found herself alone and pregnant her beloved aunts home in Jersey was the only place she could go. But now, as the enemy start rounding up anyone not born on the island to be sent to a camp on the continent, Helen is forced to rely on the kindness of strangers, like her new friend Peggy Hamel, to keep herself and her son hidden.

But as the Nazis net closes in, its soon more than just detection that is at stake for Helen and Peggy its their very lives

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Readers love Deborah Carr:

A mesmerizing story of a island captured by the Nazi's in World War II Debbie

I fell head over heels in love with this bookIt brings to light strong female characters, who have bravery and courage to stand up for themselves and for what is right Jenny

I loved getting to know the characters and truly experiencing their rather unique predicamenta fascinating read to those who enjoy WWII fiction Denise

Absorbing and full of emotion, compassion and wisdom Joan

Very well written and a great curl up with a cuppa and get lost in the story kind of book Gill

Will pull at your heartstringsbeautifully written Louise

The story was much more meaningful knowing it was written by someone that was from the islandI enjoyed reading about the beautiful island and the community that stuck together to help each other Shirley

It ticked the boxes of love, family, strength, and character and I would recommend it for others looking for an engaging historical fiction read Stacey

An emotional story of how life changed for the residents of Jersey during the German occupation Ethel

Author Bio

Deborah Carr lives on the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands with her husband, two children and three rescue dogs. She became interested in books set in WW1 when researching her grandfather's time as a cavalryman in the 17th 21st Lancers. She is part of The Blonde Plotters writing group and was Deputy Editor on the online review site, Novelicious.com. Her debut historical romance, Broken Faces, is set in WW1 and was runner-up in the 2012 Good Housekeeping Novel Writing Competition and given a 'special commendation' in the Harry Bowling Prize that year. The Poppy Field is her second historical novel.