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The London Restoration by Rachel McMillan

Publication Date: August 18, 2020

Thomas Nelson

Paperback, eBook, & Audiobook

Genre: Historical Fiction

From author Rachel McMillan comes a richly researched historical romance that takes place in post-World War II London and features a strong female lead. Determined to save their marriage and the city they love, two people divided by World War II’s secrets rebuild their lives, their love, and their world. London, Fall 1945. Architectural historian Diana Somerville’s experience as a codebreaker at Bletchley Park and her knowledge of London’s churches intersect in MI6’s pursuit of a Russian agent named Eternity. Diana wants nothing more than to begin again with her husband Brent after their separation during the war, but her signing of the Official Secrets Act keeps him at a distance. Brent Somerville, professor of theology at King’s College, hopes aiding his wife with her church consultations will help him better understand why she disappeared when he needed her most. But he must find a way to reconcile his traumatic experiences as a stretcher bearer on the European front with her obvious lies about her wartime activities and whereabouts. Featuring a timeless love story bolstered by flashbacks and the excavation of a priceless Roman artifact, The London Restoration is a richly atmospheric look at post-war London as two people changed by war rebuild amidst the city’s reconstruction.

REVIEW:

I just love reading about this era in my historical fiction reads. And Rachel McMillan did this book justice. This was an incredible read I really enjoyed!

This story was centered around post World War II London - the time of "restoration", and the main characters Diana Somerville and her husband Brent. Just as London was recovering from the devastating effects of the war, so were Diana and Brent. The mystery, secrets, espionage, and trying to put your life back together - a marriage, after the harrowing war was really quite the read. 

McMillan transported me to the time with the rich detail and well-researched story. I learned a lot about the architectural history of one of my favorite cities to visit. This was a very exciting read for me because it had everything I wanted in a book. A historical fiction story with a touch of mystery and thrill. It was so beautifully written I really enjoyed this one. Well done Rachel McMillan, I am definitely a fan. 

 

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About the Author

Rachel McMillan is the author of The Herringford and Watts mysteries, The Van Buren and DeLuca mysteries and The Three Quarter Time series of contemporary Viennese romances. Her next work of historical fiction, The London Restoration, releases in Summer 2020 and takes readers deep into the heart of London's most beautiful churches. Dream, Plan, Go (May, 2020) is her first work of non-fiction. Rachel lives in Toronto, Canada and is always planning her next adventure.

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