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On either side of the Pyrenees mountains, two women will risk everything to do what's right…
During the Spanish Civil War, Abene García, a fisherman's daughter, has no choice but to abandon her seaside home of San Sebastian and cross the Pyrenees to France. But when Nazi occupation shatters her newfound safety, Abene won't stand by and do nothing. Not when she knows a way for refugees to escape, over the mountains she crossed not so long before.
As nationalist forces take hold, Miren Torres, a secretary for the Basque government, is forced to return home to San Sebastian without the man she loves. When the Second World War erupts, she unwittingly catches the eye of one of Franco's most powerful generals. Desperately trying to avoid his advances, Miren holds on to hope that the man she truly loves will return.
Perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Kelly Rimmer and Fiona Valpy, The Girl Who Crossed Mountains is an extraordinary tale of survival, family bonds and the power of love to persevere against all odds.
'Heart-rending and beautiful… it's impossible not to be gripped… my favourite read of 2024.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Extraordinary… a must-read for historical fiction enthusiasts… a poignant, beautifully told story that will stay with readers long after they turn the last page… an unforgettable tale of bravery, sacrifice, and hope.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'WOW. Neither hunger nor hurricanes could pull me away from this book now. My eyes devouring every word. I was spellbound. A deeply moving and inspirational story… a must-read for anyone who appreciates well-crafted historical fiction.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Another stunning literary masterpiece… I was choked on many occasions as I kept turning the pages with one hand and holding the tissues with my other… shines with courage, love, determination and heroism.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'An exceptional, emotional and heartbreaking read.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I read a lot of WW2 historical fiction. I thought I had an idea of what the story was about. Boy, was I wrong… Grab the tissues, you are going to need them… I lost count of the times I didn't see something coming… Holy Moly, I was left speechless.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Will captivate readers from the first page to the last… interwoven with themes of sacrifice, love, and the enduring fight for justice… a must-read.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Get lost in the pages of this book but make sure you bring a box of tissues with you, you will for sure need them! I will recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of historical fiction, even those who are not.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Wow! I was hooked and couldn't put it down… the surprise ending — I never saw it coming!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I was holding my breath… This book just drags you in and doesn't let you go… beautiful historical fiction that you must read.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I was so shocked by the revelations at the end that I went back and reread the first third of the book to see if I had missed something. I hadn't... she's just that good a writer… If you enjoy historical fiction with an intense storyline and unpredictable plot twists driven by unforgettable characters, don't miss this one. It's a treasure.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐