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Because, as she learns about this secret relative, she quickly realises that the photograph doesn't fit with her family's story. It shows Vivi leaving an address associated with a spy network in London - a place she had no reason to be - and it is dated right before she disappeared.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile Sophie's own life feels as blasted and bombed as the blitzed city in the photograph she's looking at. Her beautiful daughter - as full of joy and wild energy as Vivi had apparently once been - is gone; and Sophie's heart has been left broken into pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetreating to the family home in rural Cornwall to seek solace from her pain and the feelings of guilt that she could have done more to protect her daughter, Sophie finds herself becoming obsessed with Vivi's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut nothing can prepare Sophie for what she is about to uncover - the story of a woman who risked everything for the person she loved the most; and a secret family history that could be the key to Sophie's own future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA powerful, haunting and unforgettable read about love, heartbreak and betrayal set in Second World War Britain and France. Perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Nightingale\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eUnder a Scarlet Sky\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMy Name is Eva.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders love Suzanne Kelman: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eIf only there were more than 5 stars to give, I would not hesitate\u003c\/strong\u003e... \u003cstrong\u003eHeartbreaking and inspiring\u003c\/strong\u003e... \u003cstrong\u003ethe pages turn quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e... I know I will think often of this book.' 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NetGalley Reviewer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Having read \u003cem\u003eA View Across the Rooftops\u003c\/em\u003e, I was \u003cstrong\u003ehooked on this FANTASTIC author.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eWhen We Were Brave\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003eanother OUTSTANDING piece of fantastic writing\u003c\/strong\u003e... I have nothing but total admiration for this author.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I \u003cstrong\u003efinished it in a day\u003c\/strong\u003e... Can't wait to see what the author comes up with next.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eA heartbreaking tale of war, love, loss, betrayal and courage\u003c\/strong\u003e... Wonderful.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I \u003cstrong\u003etruly enjoyed every aspect of this book\u003c\/strong\u003e... \u003cstrong\u003eThis book will stay with me\u003c\/strong\u003e.' 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