Category - Fiction / Historical Fiction
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 4 days ago
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Ships From - Michigan
Est. Publication Date - Jul 2008
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A NETFLIX FILM • A remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German Occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name. “Treat yourself to this book, please—I can’t recommend it highly enough.”—Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love “I wonder how the book got to Guernsey? Perhaps there is some sort of secret homing instinct in books that brings them to their perfect readers.” January 1946: London is emerging from the shadow of the Second World War, and writer Juliet Ashton is looking for her next book subject. Who could imagine that she would find it in a letter from a man she’s never met, a native of the island of Guernsey, who has come across her name written inside a book by Charles Lamb. . . . As Juliet and her new correspondent exchange letters, Juliet is drawn into the world of this man and his friends—and what a wonderfully eccentric world it is. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society—born as a spur-of-the-moment alibi when its members were discovered breaking curfew by the Germans occupying their island—boasts a charming, funny, deeply human cast of characters, from pig farmers to phrenologists, literature lovers all. Juliet begins a remarkable correspondence with the society’s members, learning about their island, their taste in books, and the impact the recent German occupation has had on their lives. Captivated by their stories, she sets sail for Guernsey, and what she finds will change her forever. Written with warmth and humor as a series of letters, this novel is a celebration of the written word in all its guises and of finding connection in the most surprising ways.
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The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society: A Novel
ISBN: 9780385340991
Publisher Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A NETFLIX FILM • A remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German Occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name. “Treat yourself to this boo...
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PangoBooks readers generally adore this book for its charming and quirky characters who feel very much alive and for its depth in exploring relationships. The story, told through letters, effectively balances the hardship faced by the islanders during the war with uplifting moments of resilience and community. While some readers found the epistolary format confusing and difficult to follow, others appreciated the unique storytelling style and found it helped maintain engagement with the characters. The book resonates well with fans of literature that blends historical context with personal tales of survival and connection, and several readers noted the film adaptation is equally cozy and enjoyable.