The Baker's Daughter
The Baker's Daughter
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Romance•
Modern Classic FictionGermany • 1940s
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World History2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Baker's Daughter by Sarah McCoy intertwines the lives of two women: Reba, a journalist in Texas, and Elsie, a German baker reflecting on her past during World War II. Through their stories of resilience and identity, the novel explores themes of memory, survival, and the enduring impact of history on personal lives.
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Melancholic
Romantic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sarah McCoy's The Baker's Daughter offers a poignant dual narrative exploring themes of love, war, and redemption. Readers praise its rich historical detail and emotional depth, creating a compelling story. Some critique the predictability of certain plot elements, but overall, its character development and atmospheric writing are highly regarded.
Who Should Read The Baker's Daughter?
Readers who enjoyed The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or The Book Thief by Markus Zusak would appreciate The Baker's Daughter by Sarah McCoy. It's ideal for those who love historical fiction with strong female protagonists, World War II settings, and narratives of resilience and moral dilemmas.
30,103 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
279
Novel • Fiction
•
Romance•
Modern Classic FictionGermany • 1940s
•
World History2012
Adult
18+ years
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