Inspired by true events,
Our Darkest Night is a story about selflessness, resilience, sacrifice, and love during German-occupied Italy throughout the Second World War. This is interesting as not many books have been set in this part of war-torn Europe.
Jennifer Robson is a bestselling author of six novels, including
The Gown,
Moonlight Over Paris, and now with her recent book
Our Darkest Night, she continues to captivate her audience through fiction inspired by European history. Jennifer obtained her doctorate in British economics and social history at the University of Oxford, and currently works as a full-time writer in Toronto.
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Jennifer Robson s latest novel explores life in Italy during World War II.TinaMarie Craven / Hearst Connecticut MediaShow MoreShow Less
“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken-winged bird, that cannot fly.” Langston Hughes
The atrocities and the resilience of those who survived the devastating events of World War II is a popular topic within historical fiction novels. Our latest read tells the story of a young Italian woman and how the war reshaped her life.