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The Shadow Network

By: Deborah Swift
Narrated by: Kristin Atherton
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‘A superbly plotted historical drama… highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf

One woman must sacrifice everything to uncover the truth in this enthralling historical novel, inspired by the true World War Two campaign Radio Aspidistra…

England, 1942: Having fled Germany after her father was captured by the Nazis, Lilli Bergen is desperate to do something pro-active for the Allies. So when she’s approached by the Political Warfare Executive, Lilli jumps at the chance. She’s recruited as a singer for a radio station broadcasting propaganda to German soldiers – a shadow network.

But Lilli’s world is flipped upside down when her ex-boyfriend, Bren Murphy, appears at her workplace; the very man she thinks betrayed her father to the Nazis. Lilli always thought Bren was a Nazi sympathiser – so what is he doing in England supposedly working against the Germans?

Lilli knows Bren is up to something, and must put aside a blossoming new relationship in order to discover the truth. Can Lilli expose him, before it’s too late?

Set in the fascinating world of wartime radio, don’t miss Book 2 in the WW2 Secret Agent Series, a heart-stopping novel of betrayal, treachery, and courage against the odds.

Readers LOVE The Shadow Network!

'A well crafted tale… this book did not disappoint' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'There is action, mystery and romantic entanglements stirred into the story for a fantastically entertaining read' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Deborah Swift never disappoints and The Shadow Network is another winner' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A joy to read' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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20th Century Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction War & Military Women's Fiction Romance Fiction Heartfelt Espionage England Mystery
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I absolutely love listening to this narrator. She is excellent, and she can read in masses of accents, both male and female. Anything she narrates is worth giving a try. She could read the shipping forecast and make it enjoyable.
The story was ok, but rather predictable, and kept on the cosy side of war novels. I was waiting for ladies making jam and knitting socks for the war effort. There was just the smallest hint of dull food, made with what you could get, corned beef sandwiches and everyone seemed to eat canned stew and potatoes. I think rationing was only mentioned once. And I was left wondering why we weren’t told about how someone was punished. One minute, they were to blame, even though they were also brave, and the next they were carrying on as normal. It only needed a simple sentence or two.
But it did have the feel of some of the WWII novels, and I did enjoy it. Kristin Atherton’s narration really saved it. I would probably have noticed more errors had the narrator been average. But I would recommend it.

Maybe a bit cosy and obvious

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Absolutely loved this book. I have a particular fascination with the role of women during WWII and this book ticked all the boxes

Brilliant tale of true facts and the writer’s story telling

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Really enjoyable listen, good pace and excellent narration. Glad I read the Silk Code first as it gave background to the story. Would definitely recommend!

Great follow on to the Silk Code

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love the way the story is blended from real events lovely characterisation. it is beautifully read.

brilliant till the end

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It was read in a very child like manner which was very irritating. Difficult to believe it was written by the same author as the first book. Didn’t finish it

Disappointing

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