The only way Cilla van der Zee can survive the German occupation of the Netherlands is to do the unthinkable--become a spy for the Nazis in Britain. She soothes her conscience with a plan to abandon her mission and instead aid the Allies. Her scheme is thwarted when naval officer Lt. Lachlan Mackenzie finds her along the Scottish shore and turns her in to be executed.
But perhaps she is more useful alive than dead. British intelligence sends her to Scotland to radio misleading messages to Germany, messages about the naval base at Scapa Flow to be crafted by Lachlan. At the station in the lighthouse at Dunnet Head, Lachlan and Cilla must work together if the war is to be won. But how can he trust a woman who arrived on his shores as a tool of the enemy--a woman certain to betray both him and the Allied cause?
Master of World War II fiction Sarah Sundin takes you to the wild Scottish seaside, where danger lurks under the surface of the water--and in the depths of the human heart--for a WWII tale you won't soon forget.
But perhaps she is more useful alive than dead. British intelligence sends her to Scotland to radio misleading messages to Germany, messages about the naval base at Scapa Flow to be crafted by Lachlan. At the station in the lighthouse at Dunnet Head, Lachlan and Cilla must work together if the war is to be won. But how can he trust a woman who arrived on his shores as a tool of the enemy--a woman certain to betray both him and the Allied cause?
Master of World War II fiction Sarah Sundin takes you to the wild Scottish seaside, where danger lurks under the surface of the water--and in the depths of the human heart--for a WWII tale you won't soon forget.
MY THOUGHTS.....
'Cilla had found her freedom...To escape the Nazis, she would become a Nazi spy.'
Author Sarah Sundin shares the compelling story of a young Dutch woman drawn into a world of danger, deception, and espionage during World War II. This war vividly comes alive as we follow Cilla van der Zee's effort to reach Great Britain, her capture in Scotland by a naval officer, and her important work as a radio messenger. Midnight on the Scottish Shore is a captivating blend of historical details, emotional dilemmas, and struggles between right and wrong. It made me wonder what choices I would have made. What would I have considered doing in the fight for freedom? Would I have remained true to my moral compass?
I'm a fan of Sundin's World War II novels so I wasn't surprised with her impeccable research but this isn't just a war novel. Dynamic characters, a slow-burning romance, and an inspiring faith message made this a mesmerizing story to savor! I recommend Midnight on the Scottish Shore for all who enjoy historical Christian fiction.
I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Revell through Interviews & Reviews for my honest opinion.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Author Sarah Sundin shares the compelling story of a young Dutch woman drawn into a world of danger, deception, and espionage during World War II. This war vividly comes alive as we follow Cilla van der Zee's effort to reach Great Britain, her capture in Scotland by a naval officer, and her important work as a radio messenger. Midnight on the Scottish Shore is a captivating blend of historical details, emotional dilemmas, and struggles between right and wrong. It made me wonder what choices I would have made. What would I have considered doing in the fight for freedom? Would I have remained true to my moral compass?
I'm a fan of Sundin's World War II novels so I wasn't surprised with her impeccable research but this isn't just a war novel. Dynamic characters, a slow-burning romance, and an inspiring faith message made this a mesmerizing story to savor! I recommend Midnight on the Scottish Shore for all who enjoy historical Christian fiction.
I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Revell through Interviews & Reviews for my honest opinion.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sarah Sundin enjoys writing about the drama and romance of the World War II era. She is the bestselling author of The Sound of Light ((2023), Until Leaves Fall in Paris (2022), When Twilight Breaks (2021), The Land Beneath Us (February 2020), The Sky Above Us (2019) and The Sea Before Us (2018), as well as the Waves of Freedom, Wings of the Nightingale series, and Wings of Glory series. Her novel The Sea Before Us received the 2019 Reader's Choice Award from Faith, Hope, and Love, Through Waters Deep and When Tides Turn were named to Booklist's "101 Best Romance Novels of the Last 10 Years," and Through Waters Deep won the 2016 INSPY Award and was a Carol Award finalist.
A mother of three, Sundin lives in northern California and teaches Sunday school and women's Bible studies. She enjoys speaking to community, church, and writers' groups. Sarah serves as the Program Director for West Coast Christian Writers Conference.
A mother of three, Sundin lives in northern California and teaches Sunday school and women's Bible studies. She enjoys speaking to community, church, and writers' groups. Sarah serves as the Program Director for West Coast Christian Writers Conference.
Learn more about Sarah and her books here.
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