“It’s awful, telling it like this, isn’t it? As though we didn’t know the ending. As though it could have another ending. It’s like watching Romeo drink poison. Every time you see it you get fooled into thinking his girlfriend might wake up and stop him. Every single time you see it you want to shout, 'You stupid ass, just wait a minute,' and she’ll open her eyes! 'Oi, you, you twat, open your eyes, wake up! Don’t die this time!' But they always do.”
This novel follows the story of a young female pilot who is captured by the Nazis and forced to work as a spy. The narrative is told from the perspective of the protagonist, who is being interrogated by her captors. The book explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the resilience of the human spirit during one of the most tumultuous periods in history. more
Elizabeth Wein, born on October 2, 1964, is a British writer known for her historical fiction and young adult literature. Her works are celebrated for their deep historical insights and nuanced portrayals of female characters. Her notable works include 'The Time Traveler's Wife' and 'Beautiful Mind', which have become bestsellers and have had a significant impact on young adult literature. more
“Choice Theory explains that, for all practical purposes, we choose everything we do.”
“Don’t just see the vision of what you want. Be the vision of what you want!”
“You can’t save everyone. It’s not an option.”
“The size of a book never matter as the size of wisdom in the book”