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Deborah Carr Knihy

    Jako autorka bestselleru USA TODAY, Deborah Carr se specializuje na historickou fikci, která čtenáře vtáhne do minulosti. Její díla jsou známá svým romantickým nádechem a silnými ženskými postavami. Carr se věnuje oživování příběhů a životů inspirovaných skutečnými událostmi, přičemž klade důraz na emocionální hloubku a poutavé vyprávění. Její přístup ke psaní zajišťuje, že historické detaily jsou integrovány do příběhů, které rezonují s moderním čtenářem.

    An Island at War
    Mrs Boots of Pelham Street
    Mrs Boots
    The Poppy Field
    Golden Years?: Social Inequality in Later Life
    Mrs Boots Goes to War

    • Golden Years?: Social Inequality in Later Life

      • 336 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení
      3,6(5)Ohodnotit

      The book explores the stark disparities in the experiences of older Americans, highlighting how socioeconomic status, race, and gender significantly impact their well-being. It reveals that many seniors face poverty, chronic illness, and social isolation, while others enjoy comfortable retirements. Through interdisciplinary research, the author examines how factors like stress, health care access, and social networks influence physical and mental health outcomes. The text advocates for policy changes to address these inequalities and improve aging conditions for all.

      Golden Years?: Social Inequality in Later Life

    • The Poppy Field

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      4,0(27)Ohodnotit

      'A beautiful, heartbreaking novel of war and loss and the resilience of the human spirit' Rosemary, Netgalley Reader The USA Today bestseller! Young nurse, Gemma, is struggling with the traumas she has witnessed through her job. Needing to escape from it all, Gemma agrees to help renovate a rundown farmhouse in Doullens, France, a town near the Somme. There, in a boarded-up cupboard, wrapped in old newspapers, is a tin that reveals the secret letters and heartache of Alice Le Breton, a young volunteer nurse who worked in a casualty clearing station near the front line. Set in the present day and during the horrifying years of the war, both women discover deep down the strength and courage to carry on in even the most difficult of times. Through Alice's words and her unfailing love for her sweetheart at the front, Gemma learns to truly live again. This epic historical novel will take your breath away. Readers are falling in love with The Poppy Field: 'Both heartbreaking and full of hope and happiness' Pam, Goodreads 'Exceptional' Cassie's Books 'A beautifully written, highly enjoyable read' Nicki's Book Blog 'One to watch' Good Housekeeping

      The Poppy Field

    • Mrs Boots

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      3,8(13)Ohodnotit

      An incredible historical novel inspired by the true story behind the Boots empire.

      Mrs Boots

    • An Island at War

      A moving historical novel inspired by the German occupation of the Channel Islands during WW2. This is a story of courage, resilience and everyday acts of defiance from ordinary people forced to live in an extraordinary time.

      An Island at War

    • Aging in America

      Introduction : aging in America -- Historical and contemporary perspectives on aging -- Who are older adults today? a contemporary snapshot -- Family and social relationships -- Health and well-being -- Aging policy issues : domestic and international perspectives -- Conclusion.

      Aging in America

    • The Poppy Sisters

      'A rich and gripping war story that hooked me from the first page...I was effortlessly swept into the drama' USA Today bestseller Andie Newton Divided by war. Reunited by courage.

      The Poppy Sisters

    • The Beekeeper's War

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      Two women Two wars A secret that threatens to tear them apart

      The Beekeeper's War

    • Neighbours at War

      When everything is at stake, how far would you go to save your neighbour?

      Neighbours at War