Casey reviewed on 8/4/2013 + 154 more book reviews

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I fell in love with this story. From the sweeping Italian countryside, to the romance blooming in the hearts of the main characters, to the brilliance of a World War II backdrop, On Distant Shores is one of those sagas that reads like a movie: bright and vibrant in the minds eye.

While a tumultuous time of war and horror, I have always enjoyed a well-written WWII novel. There is something about the era, the romance and the driving force behind the characters action, while romanticized, is also incredibly compelling. Descriptions take you smack-dab into the middle of a WWII pharmacists world. I understood the thrills and frustrations and fears of being a nurse aboard an aircraft in the middle of enemy air. When done right, it is so spectacular; and this book was definitely done right!

I loved how I was truly taken into the heart of these characters. You know their fears, joys and struggles and visibly watch them change upon the page. Everything that is a part of who they are affects their daily lives in a symbiotic dance that is so much fun for a reader.

I loved every bit of reading this book and it didnt last nearly long enough. A perfect summer historical that took me across the ocean and through the air into the beautiful Italian countryside and even more compelling main characters.

This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers through Litfuse publicity for my copy to review.

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