Lake Union Publishing The Beekeeper's Promise

I first discovered Fiona Valpy by reading her novel The Dressmakers Gift and quickly ordered Sea of Memories and this novel, A Beekeepers Promise. She has quickly risen to one of my favourite historical fiction authors ever. This book is a wonderful story, weaving back and forth between modern day and war-torn France. Elegant vivid prose and beautiful characters, like Mrs Valpy's other works, she draws you into the world. I couldn't put this book down. Gripping and unforgettable, brought me to tears in spots. Recommend this book and this author!! Huge fan!

L'histoire est originale, la vie d'une apicultrice pendant la 2e guerre mondiale. Par contre, c'est assez fleur bleu et surtout très éloigné de ce qu'a pu etre la guerre à l'époque. Les anecdotes sur la résistances sont peu crédibles, le fait qu'il reste tant d'hommes jeunes encore en activité en tant de guerre carrément improbable, bref l'auteur n'a pas du beaucoup se document sur la période ou a trop laisser s'exprimer sa plume romanesque...

I loved it. It was very moving . I liked the way the stories of two women’s lives and their struggles were intertwined.

It was a good read

Loved this story. Beautifully written, lovely journey to the French countryside, historical experience of the common folk during German occupation of France ( but war itself is not the focus ). Purchased her next novel " The dressmaker's gift" as the unofficial sequel that includes one of the characters in this story. A great find!