I’m delighted to be one of today’s stops on the second day of the blog tour for ‘The Austrian Bride.’
The Austrian Bride
Austria, 1938
After years of hardship, Ella is full of hope for a better future for Austrians, and when Hitler marches into Linz, she can’t help but become swept up in the euphoria of her boyfriend, Max.
But she soon realises her mistake. When she witnesses a woman being shot in the street and a childhood friend’s Jewish department store is closed down, she knows she must do something.
It’s a dangerous time to be a resistor, especially when her fascist boyfriend proposes to her. Knowing the secrets she can uncover, Ella enlists in a Reich Bride School, finding herself propelled into the
social elite of the Nazi circle.
Ella knows she has a duty – to her family, her friends, and her country – so while Europe teeters on the brink of WW2, a desperate race begins to save the people she loves. But betraying the Nazis could be her death sentence…
A powerful and unforgettable story of the strength of women and the unwavering courage of those who seek a better world. Fans of Suzanne Goldring, Mandy Robotham and Debbie Rix will devour this heartbreaking tale.
Purchase Link – https://mybook.to/theaustrianbridesocial
Author Bio –
Helen Parusel is a debut historical novelist, having been a teacher and a clothes buyer for M&S. She lives in Hamburg, and her first book is based on the Nazi invasion of Norway in 1940; while her second is inspired by war stories from her mother’s homeland of Austria, where she spent her early holidays.
Social Media Links –
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Bookbub profile: Helen Parusel Books – BookBub
Review-
This is the second book I’ve read from this author after devouring A Mother’s War towards the end of last year.
One thing is evident; the writing style is captivating and clearly heavily researched. In The Austrian Bride, the author is also able to draw on elements of her own family history and I especially enjoyed the references to traditional costumes and food dishes.
I always learn something new from a Helen Parusel novel, and the Mutterkreuz was something I hadn’t previously heard of. I love the fact that even though I’ve read lots of historical fiction set around World War Two, these books always open my eyes to new elements.
A must read for all fans of historical fiction!
With thanks to the author, Rachel at Random Resources and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to participate in the tour.
Further stops can be found here:
Pickled Thoughts and Pinot 