You can tell by the way this book was written that the care and concern applied to its many layers has a bit of backstory. One glance at the author’s bio, and you’ll see why. While Sharon Mayhew was born in England and immigrated to the United States when she was eight, this book is inspired by her grandfather’s life. Her grandfather, who at the time of the book’s forthcoming release, will be ninety-eight-years old, grew up during World War II. Interesting, yes, but not particularly book worthy. Not until we learn that his parents took in two evacuees from London during that war…
Now, I’m hooked! Besides, any book that opens with a father asking his daughter if she has her gas mask, is instantly intriguing. When the stakes are this high, it’s the ending that matters most. We know how WWII ended, but how will Joyce’s story end? My lips are sealed, but Keep Calm and Carry On, Children releases September 9th, 2019. Pre-orders have started, so get your copy now at Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, or BlackRoseWriting.com and find out for yourself.
Thank you so much for your kind review! I can’t wait until I arrive in England Monday morning and give Grandad a copy!
You deserve every bit of what I said!