It was the largest conflict the world had ever known. It covered three continents and lasted five years. Millions of soldiers returned wounded, mil...
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Aug 01, 2011
I’ve not read anything by this author before, but I was drawn to this book because of my interest in reading novels about World War 1. It felt familiar, like I’d read about it before somewhere. It turns out that I had it on my Amazon Wishlist - I must have added it at least 3 years ago! (I bought it in a charity shop and it was in the adult section - the cover, whilst pretty, doesn't make it look like a childrens book).
As I started reading this book, I was rather surprised by the tone of it. It More...
As I started reading this book, I was rather surprised by the tone of it. It More...
Jan 09, 2012
Celia
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Remembrance is non-fiction book by Theresa Breslin. Remembrance is a heart warming book with a bit of romance and loving care.
This book is about a 15 year old girl who is desperate to change the world as the World War II is taking place. She always wanted to be a nurse and her dream comes true. She applies to be a nurse in a hospital to care for the sick and wounded from the battle taking place. She is a girl wo has a lot of potential and really wants to save someone's life. She entertain More...
This book is about a 15 year old girl who is desperate to change the world as the World War II is taking place. She always wanted to be a nurse and her dream comes true. She applies to be a nurse in a hospital to care for the sick and wounded from the battle taking place. She is a girl wo has a lot of potential and really wants to save someone's life. She entertain More...
Sep 28, 2010
Mimi
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This is a book that I would like to own. The story mainly follows the lives of two families with five children, aged 15 to 21 when the story begins. They live in Scotland and all deal with World War I in vastly different ways. The book begins by focusing on two of the five, then switching over to a different two, then adding two more, and finishing with a focus on four of the original five. So, you read firsthand opinions of all of them. There are references to many works of literature and art t
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Jan 03, 2010
Beth
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This historical novel examines war and peace from the varied points of view of five friends and neighbors coming of age during World War II. John Malcolm gets enlists with enthusiasm, while pacifist Francis resists as long as he can and young Alex lies about his age to get into the army. Charlotte gets involved in nursing in spite of her family's disapproval, while Maggie takes advantages of new opportunities for women and for her own self education. Amidst the social and political upheavals, li
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Nov 10, 2009
LaNae
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This is a well-written historical fiction about WWI, primarily from a UK perspective. Through the characters, the realities and potential consequences of any war are brought to life. The book also depicts the changing roles of women during that period. One of the more profound themes is the role of art and literature in our lives. One of the novel's greatest strengths is the character development of Maggie. The correspondence between Maggie and Francis is particularly powerful. It is mainly thr
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Apr 06, 2010
Heather
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In the spirit of not judging a book by its cover, I was actually a quarter through "Remembrance" when I realised it is a young adults book - and I only noticed that by spotting the publisher's URL. That is a testament to how well-written and respectful the book is towards its audience. Breslin has taken on the task of helping teenagers understand the impact of World War I, and tells the story of five young people growing up in a small Scottish town whose lives are altered forever by
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Jun 14, 2009
Jeanette
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This novel explores the lives of 5 young people living in Scotland during WWI and the course their lives take due to the war.
I had a difficult time getting into this book and feeling really engaged with the characters. Not only were the characters often a little one sided and stereotypical but the author would develop storylines for some characters and then abandon them pretty much altogether to tell another character's story with out every really giving us more about the old characters. More...
I had a difficult time getting into this book and feeling really engaged with the characters. Not only were the characters often a little one sided and stereotypical but the author would develop storylines for some characters and then abandon them pretty much altogether to tell another character's story with out every really giving us more about the old characters. More...
Jan 09, 2012
Pamela
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This was a very interesting book. Personally, I loved it. However, if you are not a big romance fan this is not quite the book for you. It has a very good plot and meaning to it. Theresa Breslinn is a wonderful author and this is deffinately one of her best creations. I recomend it 100%. However, it is probably best for female readers over the age of 14.
Charlotte, a young woman looking for love came across a young buy named John Malcolm. It seemed like luck bringing them together. More...
Charlotte, a young woman looking for love came across a young buy named John Malcolm. It seemed like luck bringing them together. More...
Jun 13, 2011
DubaiReader
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I was completely bowled over by the Audio version of this book (sadly, abridged).
It was so tastefully written and so beautifully read by Frances Thorburn and Gary Bakewell. I shall definitely keep this to listen to again and intend to read the full written version at some time too.
The five main characters are aged bewteen 14 and 23 at the time of WWI, The Great War. We meet them as the guns of war are starting to be heard over the chanel, yet picnics on a sunny day are still More...
It was so tastefully written and so beautifully read by Frances Thorburn and Gary Bakewell. I shall definitely keep this to listen to again and intend to read the full written version at some time too.
The five main characters are aged bewteen 14 and 23 at the time of WWI, The Great War. We meet them as the guns of war are starting to be heard over the chanel, yet picnics on a sunny day are still More...
Mar 09, 2008
Liv.
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-from flap-
It was the largest conflict the world had ever known. It covered three continents and lasted five years. Millions of soldiers returned wounded; millions more never returned at all. In the summer of 1915, in a small village in Scotland, the Great War has already begun to irrevocably alter the course of five young lives.
Eighteen-year-old John Malcolm enlists in the army, eager to fight for his country. His sweetheart, fifteen-year-old Charlotte, stays behind to earn her nurs More...
It was the largest conflict the world had ever known. It covered three continents and lasted five years. Millions of soldiers returned wounded; millions more never returned at all. In the summer of 1915, in a small village in Scotland, the Great War has already begun to irrevocably alter the course of five young lives.
Eighteen-year-old John Malcolm enlists in the army, eager to fight for his country. His sweetheart, fifteen-year-old Charlotte, stays behind to earn her nurs More...
Aug 15, 2011
Laura
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One of the most emotional First World War stories I have read. For the first time, despite numerous History lessons depicting the War, I really was able to picture the horror and hell our men had to endure for King and Country. The sheer terror these men must have felt, facing death and destruction every day is captured with such vivid imagery and emotion in the book. And what’s worse, is knowing that those who died suffered less than those that survived. Having the sounds and images played cons
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Sep 24, 2009
Georgie
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Dec 03, 2011
Maryana
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An amazing account of World War I which covers with sensitivity and realism almost every aspect of the conflict from the eyes of four teenagers. For anyone who enjoyed reading "A Rose For The Anzac Boys" this book is a must-read. (In my opinion it may even be slightly better)
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Feb 23, 2008
Rose
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World War I was truly horrific - the history books tell us so. This fictional account of lives torn apart by the horrors of this period in history is incredibly vivid and emotive. The story also explores how the war changed the role of women in society - due to a shortage of men, it became quite respectable for a woman to work. The tale is set in Scotland, France and Belgium, and the description of Belgium as a flat, cold and wet place made me smile - Waterloo (where I'm currently residing in Be
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Apr 23, 2010
Jayme(the ghost reader)
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First, I like to say that finding books about World War I are difficult. Second, I really enjoyed this book. It takes place in Scotland during World War I. The story revolves around 5 young people who are naive about war. It ends well and it is a truly romantic story.
Aug 14, 2010
Anthony
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A fantastic book - I teach and I have suggested to several students that they read it. It is a very powerful account of the experiences of the First World War for a group of young people.
Aug 08, 2011
Sadly didnt love this book as much as I wanted to. I didn't find any of the characters pleasant or interesting in the slightest. Meh.
Mar 24, 2010
Alice
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i really loved this book, it made me cry in places though, i would recommend it for anybody who like historical and realistic books
May 02, 2011
Missy
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Meh, didn't really grab me at all. I found it a bit of a trek to read. Wouldn't be my cup of tea now.
Feb 10, 2009
Nicole
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THis book is a great love story. The writing is amazing and I loved every minute of this book.
Jan 14, 2009
vcheung
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Some parts were eerie, but a good portrayal of life during WWI and the horrors of war.
Jul 06, 2009
CLM
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I enjoyed this World War I story, following five members of a Scottish village through their wartime travails, but felt it could have had more substance. It was not as memorable as K.M. Peyton or Vera Brittain or Ruth Elwin Harris, to name some of my favorites. However, I am surprised Breslin has not written a sequel.
Apr 21, 2010
Maria108
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This book is one of my favorites.i loved it.It was so touching everytime i read it cry for charlie her sweetheart died saying her name!:(
The book gave you an insight on what was happeneing during the war.How those who refused to join the war were harrassed,called cowards.
The book gave you an insight on what was happeneing during the war.How those who refused to join the war were harrassed,called cowards.
Oct 01, 2011
Hanna
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Kelsey: WWI book and my all-time favourite book (tied with Journey to the River Sea). It's about 2 sets of siblings in Scotland during WWI and the different ways their lives are changed by the war.
Jan 29, 2010
Sarah
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The destinies of two Scottish families, one of shopkeepers and one of wealth and power, become entwined through their involvement in World War I, social causes, and love.
Oct 14, 2007
Jenni
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I like this book a lot better than any other Theresa Breslin books I've read. There's a lot more plot in it.
