The Star and the Shamrock (The Star and the Shamrock #1)
The Star and the Shamrock (The Star and the Shamrock #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019287
Novel • Fiction
Berlin, Germany • 1940s
2019
Adult
13+ years
Super Short Summary
The Star and the Shamrock by Jean Grainger follows a Jewish mother who, during WWII, sends her children from Berlin to Belfast to live with a family friend. The story explores the children’s adjustment to their new life and the challenges they face as they navigate a world turned upside down by war and displacement.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Star and the Shamrock by Jean Grainger has generally received positive reviews for its compelling story and rich historical details. Readers appreciate the strong character development and emotional depth, though some critique the pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it is praised as a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel set during WWII.
Who Should Read The Star and the Shamrock (The Star and the Shamrock #1)?
The ideal reader for Jean Grainger's The Star and the Shamrock is a fan of historical fiction with a focus on World War II. They enjoy stories of resilience, family, and identity, akin to Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale or Markus Zusak's The Book Thief. This reader appreciates emotionally engaging narratives set against historical backdrops.
46,842 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
287
Novel • Fiction
Berlin, Germany • 1940s
2019
Adult
13+ years
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