The Shattered Tree

Set in France during the final days of World War I, the story follows Bess Crawford, a dedicated nurse, as she encounters a mysterious officer found near death in a war-torn landscape. His tattered French uniform and fluent German raise questions about his true identity and allegiance. As Bess tends to his injuries, the narrative explores themes of loyalty, deception, and the complexities of war, revealing the personal struggles of those caught in the conflict's aftermath.