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March 6, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 6, 1942: US Gen. Joseph Stilwell meets with Chiang Kai-shek for first time in Chungking.
March 5, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 5, 1942: Gen. Sir Alan Brooke becomes chairman of British Chiefs of Staff, in addition to his position as Chief of Imperial General Staff. British expand conscription to men 41-45 and women 20-30.[image error]
March 4, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 4, 1942: Two Japanese flying boats bomb Pearl Harbor—no damage. Aircraft from USS Enterprise group strike Marcus Island.
March 3, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 3, 1942: Operational debut of British Lancaster bomber. Japanese bomb Broome, Australia, 70 killed including Dutch evacuees from the East Indies and US airmen.
March 2, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 2, 1942: In Australia, all adult civilians are liable for compulsory war service. US Army reorganizes into three autonomous commands—Ground Forces, Army Air Forces, and Services of Supply. U-boats shell shore installations on Puerto Rico.
March 1, 2012
Book Beat - By the Light of the Silvery Moon by Tricia Goyer
Be still my heart! A shipboard romance, a prodigal son, Tricia Goyer's rich historical research, and all the Titanic's lushness and impending doom—By the Light of the Silvery Moon is everything a historical romance novel should be.Amelia Gladstone is thrilled to board the Titanic, knowing her beloved cousin and a respectable suitor await her on the other side of the Atlantic. Always drawn to help those in need, Amelia is moved to give an extra ticket to a filthy man in rags. However, Quentin Walpole is not what he seems. Amelia finds herself in the middle of a love quadrangle with this prodigal son, his older brother, and her intended suitor. As the Titanic steams toward her fate, Amelia and Quentin explore their faith, their pasts, and their hearts.
Tricia Goyer is one of my favorite novelists, and this book delighted me. Goyer's storytelling and research shine, and the characters are truly engaging. Most importantly, this story truly touched and moved me. I highly recommend it.
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Mar. 1, 1942: In the Battle of Sunda Strait, heavy cruiser USS Houston is sunk off Java, 693 killed.
February 28, 2012
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Feb. 28, 1942: Japanese land on Java in East Indies. US destroyer Jacob Jones sunk off New Jersey—11/162 survive.
February 27, 2012
Behind the Scenes at the Photo Shoot for With Every Letter
Last week I was thrilled to see the final book cover for
With Every Letter
, the first book in the Wings of the Nightingale series, coming in September 2012.Today one of my Facebook friends (thank you, Ruth!) alerted me to a blog post about the photo shoot for the cover art. I was so impressed with the attention to every detail in the cover art - Mellie's 1/4 Filipino, 3/4 Anglo ethnicity, the hairstyle, period makeup, and the spot-on uniform. I also loved how the photo captured Mellie's shyness, but also her strength and determination.
So here's the story behind the cover shoot by the amazingly talented Brandon Hill Photos. Brandon Hill tells the story of all the hard work put in to get these details right - especially the extremely rare uniform. Please click on the link and see!
With Every Letter is now featured on my publisher's website at Revell Books, and is available for pre-order on ChristianBook.com, Amazon.com, and Barnes & Noble.
The Wings of the Nightingale series follows three World War II flight nurses as they find friendship, love, and peril in the skies and on the shores of the Mediterranean.
Here's the back cover copy for With Every Letter :
Lt. Mellie Blake is a nurse serving in the 802nd Medical Squadron, Air Evacuation, Transport. As part of a morale building program, she reluctantly enters into an anonymous correspondence with Lt. Tom MacGilliver, an officer in the 908th Engineer Aviation Battalion in North Africa. As their letters crisscross the Atlantic, Tom and Mellie develop a unique friendship despite not knowing the other's true identity. When both are transferred to Algeria, the two are poised to meet face to face for the first time. Will they overcome their fears and reveal who they are, or will their future be held hostage to their past? And can they learn to trust God and embrace the gift of love he offers them?
Combining excellent research and attention to detail with a flair for romance, Sarah Sundin brings to life the perilous challenges of WWII aviation, nursing, and true love.
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Feb. 27, 1942: Battle of Java Sea begins—Allies fail to prevent Japanese landing at Java and lose 10 ships. British commandos parachute into Bruneval, France, steal only German "Würzburg" short-wave radar device leading Luftwaffe to abandon program. Nazis order construction of gas chambers at Auschwitz.
