'A thrilling story that wears its research lightly... a heart-rending romance.' Sunday Mirror
'Gripping, superbly researched... a moving love story.' The Times
'Meticulously researched.' The Sunday Times
'This reader was on the edge of her seat... a riveting, behind-the-scenes story of a clash of wills, late night telephone calls, big personalities and political stalemate.' Daily Mail
London of the Blitz comes vividly to life, as does the angst ridden figure of Roosevelt's special envoy to Churchill, Harry Hopkins. Compulsive reading.' Simon Mawer, author of The Glass Room
'Readers will savour this breathtaking ride, that is both a heady, heartbreaking romance and a chance to witness this critical moment in history from the shoulders of giants fantastic!' Pam Jenoff, author of The Kommandant's Girl
'An enlightening and deeply pleasurable read.' --Margaret Leroy, author of The Soldier's Wife
'Meticulously researched.' --The Sunday Times
'This reader was on the edge of her seat ... a riveting, behind-the-scenes story of a clash of wills, late night telephone calls, big personalities and political stalemate.' --Daily Mail
It is January 1941, and the Blitz is devastating England. Food supplies are low and tube stations have become bomb shelters. As the U.S. maintains its sceptical isolationist position, Winston Churchill knows that Britain is doomed without the aid of its powerful ally. As bombs rain down over London a weary Harry Hopkins, President Roosevelt's most trusted advisor, is sent to London as his emissary and comes face to face with the Prime Minister himself and an attractive and determined young female driver who may not be what she seems. In Sleep in Peace Tonight, a story of loyalty, love, and the sacrifices made in the name of each, James MacManus portrays the lives and personalities that shaped the course of history during Britain's darkest hour.
PRAISE FOR SLEEP IN PEACE TONIGHT
'A thrilling story that wears its research lightly... a heart-rending romance.' Sunday Mirror
'Gripping, superbly researched... a moving love story.' The Times
'Meticulously researched.' The Sunday Times
'This reader was on the edge of her seat... a riveting, behind-the-scenes story of a clash of wills, late night telephone calls, big personalities and political stalemate.' Daily Mail
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