Perfect
STompkins66
09-11-2025
Great historical read.
Wow
Not So Good..yuck
18-06-2025
just excellent!
Amateur
tputpbol
13-05-2025
I quit reading a quarter of the way in when the author used the word "ghosted" in a WWI story. That is a recent term that never would have been used back then, plus little abbreviations here and there that are all the rage in 2025. I felt like I'd abruptly had a door slammed in my face in the jolt back to modern day, something very unwanted when I sit down to read a WWI story. I thought the Reese's Book Club award was a reassurance of a well-written book; not so for me.
Wow!
nicp14
04-05-2025
A powerful story based on real people and events. You’ll be cheering for these women the whole time and feel their pain and successes as your own. The ending had me in tears. Beautifully written book.
Alice Network
YayaNetski
25-04-2025
This book started a bit slow I was not drawn to reading it every day/night until midway. The fascinating story came together with Eve as she recalled her life as a spy for England in WWI . Charlie (Charlotte) the young protagonist began to “evolve” and became a much stronger character at that time also. Finn was the much needed stability for these two strong willed independent ladies. Lili was inspirational and based on an actual person. Rene supplied the human example of the treacherous aspect of war. It was well written and well worth reading .
A true page turner!
Carden05
18-04-2025
Beautifully written! I did not want it to end!
Another great story
ElliotPepper
30-03-2025
This is the 6th book I’ve read by this author. She never disappoints. Weaving historical and fictional characters together makes compelling reading.
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jejejwkejrbvyvehw
09-03-2025
So loved this historical fiction novel! With each turn of the page I got to know Eve, Finn, and Charlotte better and rooted and cheered for inner and outer peace for them. And yes, it happened!
Excellent!
TLD2024
23-02-2025
The characters were realistic, the plot was intriguing, and the history was heartbreaking as it was so realistic. I loved it and would highly recommend it.
Beautiful Story
Sariberry44
01-02-2025
Intricately woven story between past and present. Well told with extremely likable characters.
Well done!
loveGodsworf
24-01-2025
Excellent story. Interesting plot. Well developed characters. I highly recommend this book.
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kerry&$241
11-01-2025
Excellent, just excellent!! A colorful chunk of history made interesting. Well done!!
Excellent Book
pumpkin lele
17-08-2024
Well written. Keeps your attention completely and portrays a the world of WWI spies with detail and realism. Loved this book and will remember it for years.
Enticingly read!
Nopesorry-1
29-02-2024
One of the best books I have read in some time. Quinn keeps readers captivated and her character development is intricate and feels as though I’m in the scenes with them. The connection to not one but two world wars makes this read humbling as well. Looking forward to reading again and again in coming years!
Fabulous
Qurated
26-02-2024
I am by no means a voracious reader but I became one while reading this book. Such a fabulous read that I couldn’t put down.
Schreckliches Ende
onyattt
13-01-2024
The book's enchanting narrative took a regrettable turn in its final chapters, as the resolution of characters' lives unfolded with an unexpected shift toward clichéd romance, eroding the essence of its compelling historical fiction. The abrupt descent into predictability nearly derailed my engagement, leaving a lingering sense of disappointment. While 'The Rose Code' had been a triumph, the allure for further exploration of the author's works waned in the wake of this unfortunate conclusion. A lamentable divergence from the anticipated brilliance.
Great book!
bookloved
16-09-2023
It started out a little on the slow side but soon became a page turner. Definitely worth the read.
Heart Breaking and Heartwarming
Jewel....
17-08-2023
Just like a book should be.
Buy it
Post Maloney 13
02-08-2023
Fantastic.
Engrossing
reader081
19-07-2023
The characters all came to life and made this a thoughtful and engaging book.
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danieluniss53
19-07-2023
Very well written and kept my attention throughout. I also appreciated the Author’s Notes at the end.
Happy Reading!
Excellent read
WinifredP
13-07-2023
This book kept me on the edge of my seat, and was nearly impossible to put down.
Fantastic historical fiction
H Nash
11-06-2023
This is a quick, easy read. Full of historical data and mixed with fiction to combine two stories. Extremely riveting, entertaining, and hard to put down. The author does these women (both real and fictional) credit with this story. Highly recommended if you have any love for patriotism for our shared battles in both WW1 and WW2.
Amazing!
Gator_mom
06-06-2023
A book you’ll never forget!
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Femmefatale1001
10-04-2023
From beginning to end…Fabulous!!!!
Blew my mind!
JOJOdall
07-12-2022
Really well written account of early spy networks in France during WW1, and then related to similar WW2 activities.
Great character depth, enjoyable read, couldn’t put it down.
Great read
Prissymimi
26-10-2022
Enjoyed the mixture of facts and fiction. Well written!
Excellent historical novel
Pingsternyc
29-08-2022
Gripping and engaging from first page to last.
..and I’m not a big fan of modern fiction!
Indigosummersky
30-07-2022
I stick with mostly the classics….Brontë sisters, Austen, Lousia May Alcott, you get it. I truly did NOT want this book to end. The author spins a captivating tale right from the beginning, and melds the two timelines together seamlessly. I’m about to start another book by this same author!
Outstanding
The E-Money
30-04-2022
Captivating, informative and excellent perspective!
Must read!
Txbookmom
03-04-2022
Marvelous! Beautiful story.
Loved it
mwgaut
18-03-2022
Long, tedious at points, but a very enthralling story.
A Fabulous Tale
Fastprof
18-01-2022
This is a layered suspenseful work of historical fiction that is impossible to put down. Somehow, the moving love story entertwined adds and not detracts. And throughout all the love of France is evident.
Excellent
Kerryr3
18-01-2022
Loved this book! Definitely want to learn more about these brave women. Highly recommend.
Never wanted it to end
aveeats
11-11-2021
I will always remember this book.
Very fun read
maria_AK907
18-10-2021
I really enjoyed the book, caracteres and the story
Fantastic
Zipzipzippo
19-09-2021
Good luck putting this one down! It’s got a bit of everything you want in a novel on top of a very unique compelling story
Eve and Charlie
Livylavidalocca
12-06-2021
Great WW2 story of strong women who cut to the chase.
Great read!
Rolyat75
11-06-2021
Amazing read! Truly kept me enthralled and extra credit that it’s based on historical persons.
Excellent historical fiction
EM fit
15-05-2021
This really had it all! So good, I was sad when it ended
Excellent read!
KWRod
10-05-2021
Loved every detail about this book. Highly recommend!
But it NOW!
714nik
02-05-2021
Such a good book. Suspense, romance, & intriguing!! I don’t generally read historical fiction but this has been an eye opener! A MUST READ!!!
Who’s revenge
Rio. Rita
27-04-2021
Riveting. Slow to start but then couldn’t put it down. Eve suffered so much .... a plight she shouldn’t have ...
Good read
Extraordinary
LauraMaeMak07
08-04-2021
This book is definitely a must read!!!
Terrific story!
AuntJannie
08-03-2021
Fascinating tale. I gave it four stars only because the writing wasn’t as good as the story. That said, I enjoyed it very much.
The best book I have read in a long time!
Lainie Amethyst
15-02-2021
Wow! From the very beginning, this book is a page turner! I loved the parallel story lines and I truly cared what happened to Charlie and Eve. I highly recommend this book! I rarely give five star ratings but this book deserved it!
Very engaging
the steady reader
09-02-2021
Story is well told. Reader is engaged in the lives of these two women. Powerful story of espionage, struggle, and relationships. A great read!
Enthralling and Thoughtful Storytelling
Andee8
02-02-2021
Quinn does well introducing and developing key characters. The further I read, the more involved I felt in both the individual and collective journey. I truly enjoyed how Quinn interwove history in this wartime spy novel.
Interesting but with a lackluster ending
jkolmen50266
15-01-2021
Loved the historical details and setting and the way the author weaved three different stories and time periods into the novel. Didn’t care too much for the epilogue; should’ve ending with the christening ceremony instead of so many years later.
Love It!
limegreendaydream
03-12-2020
aaaahhh I love this book so much i’ve read it way too many times honestly. The two stories that play simultaneously on each other really makes this book sparkle. The historical nature mixed with romance and mystery really does it for me.
