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The Knocknashee Story #3
History's Pages
In 1940, an unlikely friendship bridges the Atlantic. Twenty-year-old Grace Fitzgerald lives in the seemingly peaceful Irish village of Knocknashee, exchanging letters with Richard Lewis, an American war correspondent stationed in London, as World War II engulfs Europe.
From their distinct vantage points, Grace and Richard bear witness to a world in turmoil. In Knocknashee, where the conflict is carefully termed "the Emergency," the tight-knit community's unease grows as Ireland's proclaimed neutrality reveals dangerous cracks. Grace soon discovers that threats lurk not just beyond the nation's borders, but within them, forcing her to confront a devastating choice.
Meanwhile in bomb-scarred London, Richard's dispatches to American readers capture both the brutal reality of war and the indomitable spirit of Londoners. His journalistic instincts lead him deep into a network of resistance and courage, where he finds himself challenging humanity's darkest regime.
History's Pages, the compelling third book of the Knocknashee Story, weaves a tale of friendship tested by personal choices and the relentless tide of war. Perfect for readers who loved "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" and "The Nightingale," this novel explores how ordinary people rise to extraordinary circumstances, and how the deepest bonds transcend all boundaries.
From their distinct vantage points, Grace and Richard bear witness to a world in turmoil. In Knocknashee, where the conflict is carefully termed "the Emergency," the tight-knit community's unease grows as Ireland's proclaimed neutrality reveals dangerous cracks. Grace soon discovers that threats lurk not just beyond the nation's borders, but within them, forcing her to confront a devastating choice.
Meanwhile in bomb-scarred London, Richard's dispatches to American readers capture both the brutal reality of war and the indomitable spirit of Londoners. His journalistic instincts lead him deep into a network of resistance and courage, where he finds himself challenging humanity's darkest regime.
History's Pages, the compelling third book of the Knocknashee Story, weaves a tale of friendship tested by personal choices and the relentless tide of war. Perfect for readers who loved "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" and "The Nightingale," this novel explores how ordinary people rise to extraordinary circumstances, and how the deepest bonds transcend all boundaries.
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Published January 28, 2025
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Jean Grainger
77 books1,520 followersJean Grainger was born in Cork, Ireland. She has been a tour guide of her beloved home country, a teacher, a university lecturer and a playwright. She began writing fiction at the suggestion of her clients on tours, many of whom were sure all the stories she told them would make for a great book. Her first book, The Tour, has become a Number 1 bestseller on Amazon. It tells the story of a disparate group of American visitors to Ireland, who, along with their Irish tour guide have a life changing experience in the magical Emerald Isle.
Her second book, So Much Owed, is a family saga set during the Second World War. The story centres on the Buckley family of West Cork and how their lives are pulled in different directions as they become embroiled in the war. It is a sweeping family saga of intrigue and romance against the background of occupied Europe.
In her third novel, Shadow of a Century, she tells a tale of a battered old flag found in New York in 2016, a century after it was used during the Easter Rising, when Ireland made her final bid for freedom from Great Britain. This tells the story of a journalist who uncovers a story, one with much more to it than a flag.
Her fourth novel, due out in Spring 2016, Under Heaven’s Shining Stars, is set in the 1970s in Cork, Ireland and is a novel about friendship. Three boys, Liam, Patrick and Hugo, though from very different backgrounds are united in a deep but often times challenging friendship. As their lives progress, only by staying strong, can they prevail. Or fail.
Her novella, Letters of Freedom, tells the story of Carmel, stuck in a pointless marriage, when a figure from her past emerges and changes everything with a ‘like’ on Facebook. This quick read will touch your heart.
She lives in Cork with her husband and her two youngest children. The older two come home occasionally with laundry and to raid the fridge.
Her second book, So Much Owed, is a family saga set during the Second World War. The story centres on the Buckley family of West Cork and how their lives are pulled in different directions as they become embroiled in the war. It is a sweeping family saga of intrigue and romance against the background of occupied Europe.
In her third novel, Shadow of a Century, she tells a tale of a battered old flag found in New York in 2016, a century after it was used during the Easter Rising, when Ireland made her final bid for freedom from Great Britain. This tells the story of a journalist who uncovers a story, one with much more to it than a flag.
Her fourth novel, due out in Spring 2016, Under Heaven’s Shining Stars, is set in the 1970s in Cork, Ireland and is a novel about friendship. Three boys, Liam, Patrick and Hugo, though from very different backgrounds are united in a deep but often times challenging friendship. As their lives progress, only by staying strong, can they prevail. Or fail.
Her novella, Letters of Freedom, tells the story of Carmel, stuck in a pointless marriage, when a figure from her past emerges and changes everything with a ‘like’ on Facebook. This quick read will touch your heart.
She lives in Cork with her husband and her two youngest children. The older two come home occasionally with laundry and to raid the fridge.
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April 29, 2025
Another wonderful tale of Grace, Richard, their friends and lives separated by war and class.
February 4, 2025
The third book in the Knocknashee series by Jean Grainger was certainly not a disappointment at all. It was just like the first two, absolutely wonderful!! I was unable to put it down until I reached the end. I love historical fiction that revolves around World War II and Ireland. My ancestors came from Ireland and I learn so much from the incredible details about the country, the culture, as well as the history that Ms. Grainger so carefully researches and then weaves into her compelling stories of family, love, and mystery that makes me feel that I am right there with the characters. She does a fantastic job of developing her characters into real people and pulling the readers into their lives. Jean Grainger is at the top of my favorite authors list and I read everything she writes. I am now anxiously awaiting the release of the next book in this series so I can continue to “live in Ireland “ and be a part of the lives of Grace, Declan, Richard, Tilly and all the others from Knocknashee and Savannah. I’d give this series more than five stars if I could. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 1, 2025
Once I started History's pages, I was unable to stop reading. I was completely absorbed in life in a little Irish village on the Dingle Peninsula. The story of Grace and Richard continues as WWII continues to hit England with the hard German bombing of London and other cities in England.
Richard and his friend Jacob have traveled to London to cover the war from England. Richard's sister Sarah managed to get herself attached to Richard's newspaper and sent with them to write articles from a feminine point of view as well as to serve as an interpreter with the Jewish 'refugees they are hoping to interview and help. This worked well as she was Jacob's lover.
Before leaving America, Richard finally got the nerve to write to Grace in Ireland to tell her of his true feelings. The last thing he wrote was to accept his love or to pretend he never said anything so they could remain friends and they would never talk about it again. When she never mentioned it in her letters, he took it to mean she didn't love him when in reality, she had never received the letter. Thus they went on with their own lives and remained on a friend basis in their letters.
Meanwhile Grace had to face some difficulties in her lovely village. Canon Rafferty returned to the church and started wrecking havoc on Grace and her school. Tilly brought a new friend, Eliose into the picture and Grace became slightly jealous of her. Tilly and her mother were busy caring for Odile and passing her off as her brother's daughter. Her brother's absence and presence in France's underground helped this ruse continue. Declan becomes a teacher and works side by side with Grace in keeping the school going and improving it.
There are lots of twists and turns in this book and it keeps the reader on their toes trying to keep up. The book is well worth the time it takes to read it.
Richard and his friend Jacob have traveled to London to cover the war from England. Richard's sister Sarah managed to get herself attached to Richard's newspaper and sent with them to write articles from a feminine point of view as well as to serve as an interpreter with the Jewish 'refugees they are hoping to interview and help. This worked well as she was Jacob's lover.
Before leaving America, Richard finally got the nerve to write to Grace in Ireland to tell her of his true feelings. The last thing he wrote was to accept his love or to pretend he never said anything so they could remain friends and they would never talk about it again. When she never mentioned it in her letters, he took it to mean she didn't love him when in reality, she had never received the letter. Thus they went on with their own lives and remained on a friend basis in their letters.
Meanwhile Grace had to face some difficulties in her lovely village. Canon Rafferty returned to the church and started wrecking havoc on Grace and her school. Tilly brought a new friend, Eliose into the picture and Grace became slightly jealous of her. Tilly and her mother were busy caring for Odile and passing her off as her brother's daughter. Her brother's absence and presence in France's underground helped this ruse continue. Declan becomes a teacher and works side by side with Grace in keeping the school going and improving it.
There are lots of twists and turns in this book and it keeps the reader on their toes trying to keep up. The book is well worth the time it takes to read it.
January 11, 2025
Read my full review on Rosepoint Publishing.
Grace Fitzgerald and Richard Lewis missed each other on her trip to the states with Declan. The year is 1940 and with Hitler on the march and Europe descending into continent wide war, Richard, with his sister Sarah and boyfriend and budding war photographer Jacob Nunez, are finding journalistic success with their articles and photos sent home for their U.S. paper.
Between their experience in France and then London, Richard finally gets a hasty chance to run to Knocknashee to meet Grace. It was a fast and furious, emotionally charged meeting between the two, leaving far more emotive glances than words.
The author turns on that strong sense of ironic humor as she moves her women into male-dominated jobs out of necessity by the absence of men during wartime. More than goods, services are increasingly dear—including the delivery of mail—which complicates their relationship even further.
Loved the new characters, including the Cockney girl, Pippa, and the sophisticated Swiss miss, Virginia. Again, the contrast between characters astonishing yet so well developed.
The third installment hooks and doesn’t disappoint. Her writing style is compelling and unique, assuming a kinship with her reader.
While I was hooked and flipping pages, my only negative would be the full repeat of a few of the letters. I received a complimentary digital copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts. 4.5 stars rounded up because the storyline is well paced.
Grace Fitzgerald and Richard Lewis missed each other on her trip to the states with Declan. The year is 1940 and with Hitler on the march and Europe descending into continent wide war, Richard, with his sister Sarah and boyfriend and budding war photographer Jacob Nunez, are finding journalistic success with their articles and photos sent home for their U.S. paper.
Between their experience in France and then London, Richard finally gets a hasty chance to run to Knocknashee to meet Grace. It was a fast and furious, emotionally charged meeting between the two, leaving far more emotive glances than words.
The author turns on that strong sense of ironic humor as she moves her women into male-dominated jobs out of necessity by the absence of men during wartime. More than goods, services are increasingly dear—including the delivery of mail—which complicates their relationship even further.
Loved the new characters, including the Cockney girl, Pippa, and the sophisticated Swiss miss, Virginia. Again, the contrast between characters astonishing yet so well developed.
The third installment hooks and doesn’t disappoint. Her writing style is compelling and unique, assuming a kinship with her reader.
While I was hooked and flipping pages, my only negative would be the full repeat of a few of the letters. I received a complimentary digital copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts. 4.5 stars rounded up because the storyline is well paced.
January 31, 2025
Book 3 of the Knocknashee series is released, continuing the correspondence between Grace and Richard. Grace is a schoolteacher is a small Irish village. Richard is now a journalist in England, covering WWII. One very important letter between them goes missing. There are consequences. At the abrupt ending, I find there is a 4th book coming out later this year.
"In 1940, an unlikely friendship bridges the Atlantic. Twenty-year-old Grace Fitzgerald lives in the seemingly peaceful Irish village of Knocknashee, exchanging letters with Richard Lewis, an American war correspondent stationed in London, as World War II engulfs Europe.
From their distinct vantage points, Grace and Richard bear witness to a world in turmoil. In Knocknashee, where the conflict is carefully termed "the Emergency," the tight-knit community's unease grows as Ireland's proclaimed neutrality reveals dangerous cracks. Grace soon discovers that threats lurk not just beyond the nation's borders, but within them, forcing her to confront a devastating choice.
Meanwhile in bomb-scarred London, Richard's dispatches to American readers capture both the brutal reality of war and the indomitable spirit of Londoners. His journalistic instincts lead him deep into a network of resistance and courage, where he finds himself challenging humanity's darkest regime." synopsis copied
"In 1940, an unlikely friendship bridges the Atlantic. Twenty-year-old Grace Fitzgerald lives in the seemingly peaceful Irish village of Knocknashee, exchanging letters with Richard Lewis, an American war correspondent stationed in London, as World War II engulfs Europe.
From their distinct vantage points, Grace and Richard bear witness to a world in turmoil. In Knocknashee, where the conflict is carefully termed "the Emergency," the tight-knit community's unease grows as Ireland's proclaimed neutrality reveals dangerous cracks. Grace soon discovers that threats lurk not just beyond the nation's borders, but within them, forcing her to confront a devastating choice.
Meanwhile in bomb-scarred London, Richard's dispatches to American readers capture both the brutal reality of war and the indomitable spirit of Londoners. His journalistic instincts lead him deep into a network of resistance and courage, where he finds himself challenging humanity's darkest regime." synopsis copied
January 20, 2025
Oh Grace is so lovable. She's alone now since her awful, cruel sister died but even so Grace still misses her as she has never lived alone and deserves love in her life.
As the headmistress of the local school now, she is so well loved by her young pupils and the local community because she is kind and helps her friends and neighbours even though times are hard. War is being fought across the sea and its brought close to home whilst waiting for news of loved ones in France.
Richard, Grace's loyal friend meantime is writing and reporting back to his boss in America bringing awareness of the horrors of war that his friends and family are so far apart from. He is still writing to Grace though but even though his friendship has turned to something much deeper, things don't seem to be straightforward.
Meanwhile in Knocknashee, Declan and Grace's long time friendship is developing and although I am happy for Grace I am so frustrated and upset for Richard. To top it all the dreaded Canon has reappeared much to nearly everyone's dread!
I am looking forward to No 4 in the series and amidst all the horror and turmoil I am hoping that there is a lovely happy ending.
As the headmistress of the local school now, she is so well loved by her young pupils and the local community because she is kind and helps her friends and neighbours even though times are hard. War is being fought across the sea and its brought close to home whilst waiting for news of loved ones in France.
Richard, Grace's loyal friend meantime is writing and reporting back to his boss in America bringing awareness of the horrors of war that his friends and family are so far apart from. He is still writing to Grace though but even though his friendship has turned to something much deeper, things don't seem to be straightforward.
Meanwhile in Knocknashee, Declan and Grace's long time friendship is developing and although I am happy for Grace I am so frustrated and upset for Richard. To top it all the dreaded Canon has reappeared much to nearly everyone's dread!
I am looking forward to No 4 in the series and amidst all the horror and turmoil I am hoping that there is a lovely happy ending.
January 11, 2025
I do enjoy historical fiction that involves World War 2 - so many different viewpoints and things to consider. For books such as these, it is a way to learn new things without a litany of dry facts; I can see things from different viewpoints and individual perspectives, which is helpful to me, and what a wonderful cast of characters to spend time with. I aspire to have some of the convictions and spirit of the characters, like Grace who finds ways to rise above the struggles of her life, and Richard who is finding his way in the world on his own terms despite his family's demands. Grace is faced with a choice between her head and her heart, and chooses wisely - or does she? Time will tell. Jean Grainger's books always have me thinking, and wondering about the nostalgia of times past; I ponder if simpler times were harder but better, and I wonder how I would have persevered as if I was one of the book characters.
January 10, 2025
Another great read by Jean Graubger with lots of Irishisms, fun, enjoyment or 'creac' among the local characters. The rich American Journalist, Richard Lewis, travels around the world with his sister, Sarah and her Jewish boyfriend, Jacob as they write and take pictures to cover the horrific events being caused by Hitler and his German soldiers, not only in England, but the effect it is having around the world as Ireland, America, and other countries who are doing their best to help with the war efforts.
While all this is happening, letters are going back and forth between the Irish school teacher, Grace, and Richard, the man who found her letter in a bottle. We get a chance to get more involved with the delightful community of Knocknashee, Ireland through the letters from Grace to Richard, and things are developing, not only in Ireland but in England. A great read!
While all this is happening, letters are going back and forth between the Irish school teacher, Grace, and Richard, the man who found her letter in a bottle. We get a chance to get more involved with the delightful community of Knocknashee, Ireland through the letters from Grace to Richard, and things are developing, not only in Ireland but in England. A great read!
January 23, 2025
Here's another beautifully written, lovely chapter in Grace's life. Grace is so human, good hearted and gentle and even though some of the plot is very dramatic, it is accompanied by a soothing gentleness and mature acceptance of life.
I especially love the way the story is woven into all the historical details and different aspects of WWII. It was so interesting to hear you describing how life went on under the stress of living under attack.
Even though my heart longs to see Richard and Grace together, accepting the way fate guides what's meant to happen is calming and insightful. My mind is bringing up all kinds of scenarios that could happen next and I can't wait for the next book!
January 27, 2025
Once again, Jean Grainger has created a compelling story with our familiar friends from Knocknashee and Savannah, Georgia. Richard and Jacob are still writing about the war, while Grace explores her new life as Headmistress of the school without her bitter sister to run roughshod over her life. Grace and her neighbor, fellow teacher Declan, grow closer with more time spent together. War reporting takes Richard and Jacob to Europe just as Grace sails away to America with Declan. The story is filled with interesting twists and turns that keep you reading because you must know what happens next! Fans of Irish stories, World War Two Historical Fiction or Jean Grainger’s writing will relish the latest in the Knocknashee series!
January 29, 2025
Will this star-crossed couple EVER connect romantically?
Ms Grainger keeps her readers speculating as to whether Grace and Richard will ever meet face to face again to resolve the feelings they have for one another! Richard is immersed in his journalistic career of reporting on World War II, while Grace’s life continues predictably in the tiny village of Knocknashee…until she makes a major decision that is guaranteed to make a difference to both their futures.
It was, as with all this author’s novels, a difficult book to put down, though I must admit to some frustration and ironic amusement at the way fate played with the postal services on both sides of the Atlantic!
This is my honest opinion of the ARC I received from the author.
Ms Grainger keeps her readers speculating as to whether Grace and Richard will ever meet face to face again to resolve the feelings they have for one another! Richard is immersed in his journalistic career of reporting on World War II, while Grace’s life continues predictably in the tiny village of Knocknashee…until she makes a major decision that is guaranteed to make a difference to both their futures.
It was, as with all this author’s novels, a difficult book to put down, though I must admit to some frustration and ironic amusement at the way fate played with the postal services on both sides of the Atlantic!
This is my honest opinion of the ARC I received from the author.
June 4, 2025
I'm so disappointed with this 3rd book in the series! I was hoping for a bit more closure and that the letter from Richard would've turned up and wanted to see the dilemma solved. it's not that I expected for Grace to predictably end up with Richard, I just hated the lack of closure and transparency by now with it being the THIRD book and all... and honestly, I'm not really a fan of Richard's new possible love interest Pippa. she's so annoying to me.
IMO this awesome story went downhill in this 3rd book. however I guess it means there's another book coming... which I'm conflicted about because I feel like the story is being dragged out, but since it is a great story and I've fell in love with the characters I guess I wouldn't mind being submerged in their world again.
IMO this awesome story went downhill in this 3rd book. however I guess it means there's another book coming... which I'm conflicted about because I feel like the story is being dragged out, but since it is a great story and I've fell in love with the characters I guess I wouldn't mind being submerged in their world again.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 12, 2025
History’s Pages is the third book in the wonderful ‘Knocknashee Story’ series. It can be read as a stand-alone but I do suggest that this be read as a series to understand the history of the characters.
This book continues with Grace in Knocknashee, Ireland and Richard as a war correspondent covering the war in England. These wonderful characters are living separate lives but their letters keep then connected despite the distance and the tough times. The descriptions of both places and of that period in history are brilliantly written and all the characters are totally believable. I love this series and this book did not disappoint, I was hooked all the way through and look forward to the next one.
I cannot recommend this book, highly enough.
This book continues with Grace in Knocknashee, Ireland and Richard as a war correspondent covering the war in England. These wonderful characters are living separate lives but their letters keep then connected despite the distance and the tough times. The descriptions of both places and of that period in history are brilliantly written and all the characters are totally believable. I love this series and this book did not disappoint, I was hooked all the way through and look forward to the next one.
I cannot recommend this book, highly enough.
January 13, 2025
Another great read by Jean Grainger! I enjoyed going back to Knocknashee, Ireland, to visit with Grace, Declan, Tilly, Charlie and all the rest. I also enjoyed traveling to The US and to England to learn about the adventures of Richard, Sarah and Jacob.
The characters in the book are so richly-developed they seem like old friends, and the author makes it easy for the reader to pick the story up right where book 2 leaves off.
We meet a couple of new characters in this installment, Eloise and Pippa. I won't spoil the book by mentioning anything else about them, but they certainly both add to the richness of the storylines.
Looking forward to reading more of this wonderful series!!
The characters in the book are so richly-developed they seem like old friends, and the author makes it easy for the reader to pick the story up right where book 2 leaves off.
We meet a couple of new characters in this installment, Eloise and Pippa. I won't spoil the book by mentioning anything else about them, but they certainly both add to the richness of the storylines.
Looking forward to reading more of this wonderful series!!
January 23, 2025
This was a compelling third story of love, friendship and challenges for the main characters Grace and Richard. It is beautiful story that begins in 1940 with Grace throwing a bottle with message into the ocean. The Third book explores the strong bond they have, but is this enough for their futures? Graces small world set in the village of Knockashee in Ireland is far different to Richards life in Savannah
USA. Jean has the wonderful ability to draw you into her stories from the first paragraph, allowing these characters to become part of your life, which leaves you looking for more, at the end, what is around the corner? This book does not disappoint.
USA. Jean has the wonderful ability to draw you into her stories from the first paragraph, allowing these characters to become part of your life, which leaves you looking for more, at the end, what is around the corner? This book does not disappoint.
January 23, 2025
This series just gets better with each book. Grace is back and finding her own personality now that Agnes, her witch of a sister has died. Father Iggy has been moved to a parish near Dublin and Canon Rafferty is back, much to the dismay of most of the parish. Grace Fitzgerald and Richard keep up their correspondence but never get to meet again due to the war in Europe. Richard finally pours his heart out in a letter to Grace but she never receives it due to the time it takes to get to Ireland . She now has a very difficult decision to make. The book has some very emotional parts but I found it totally engrossing! Hopefully there are more books to come.
February 2, 2025
I struggled with the rating this time around. I loved the story, but felt like I only got half of it. The book was so short, it's like the author finished it to meet a deadline, leaving numerous loose ends ... only to be coming in the next book! Very disappointing to say the least.
I'd just as soon have waited and got the whole story in one book ... I found it very unsatisfying for that reason. The characters continue to be great. The story is interesting. I hated that the evil priest has returned but I guess there has to be a bad guy ... all the same, I'm ready for him to get his comeuppance! But, I feel cheated not to learn how it all turns out this time around. Guess I'll just have to be happy with a wedding or two for now?
Stay tuned ... I guess
I'd just as soon have waited and got the whole story in one book ... I found it very unsatisfying for that reason. The characters continue to be great. The story is interesting. I hated that the evil priest has returned but I guess there has to be a bad guy ... all the same, I'm ready for him to get his comeuppance! But, I feel cheated not to learn how it all turns out this time around. Guess I'll just have to be happy with a wedding or two for now?
Stay tuned ... I guess
January 30, 2025
Wow! The main characters in this newest book in the Knocknashee Story experience huge life changes, and I didn't anticipate any of them. (I love it when an author throws me a curveball.) Although I've read many books about how the war affected the everyday lives of the British, this author included many details that were new to me. I also appreciated the historical background behind why the Irish could never support Winston Churchill. Since it's only 1941 in this book, I look forward to much more drama in the lives of Grace and Richard. I loved this one.
February 18, 2025
Ahhh another Knocknashee novel with a wonderful combination of historical details, compassionate heart, and propulsive storyline. The delightful characters are top notch in this series! Can’t wait to read the next novel about Grace Fitzgerald and Richard Lewis.
They might have had an epic romance, and instead they continued growing an admirably deep friendship. The turmoil of World War 2 that surrounds them is nearly another character, and I appreciate the ways author Grainger pulls it all together. Eagerly awaiting the next installment!
They might have had an epic romance, and instead they continued growing an admirably deep friendship. The turmoil of World War 2 that surrounds them is nearly another character, and I appreciate the ways author Grainger pulls it all together. Eagerly awaiting the next installment!
February 4, 2025
This follows the story of Grace & Richard. She lives in a small village in Ireland and he is a wealthy southerner from Georgia. How they meet starts in the first book, Lilac Ink. I highly recommend you start with the first book and you will be hooked waiting for the next book to be released. They both are such wonderful characters and such a great story that includes WWII in the background. As always another great story written by Jean Grainger.
February 5, 2025
This was book 3 in the Kocknashee series and I read it in an afternoon. Will have a hard time airing 6 more months for the next in the series! Grace and Richard continue their friendship via letters, both seeming to want more, but the war intervenes. She ends up falling in love with a local, Declan, and Richard is sent as a war correspondent to London. Will their paths cross again - that is a question I am still pondering !
April 28, 2025
As fascinating as the first two!
Love, love, love these stories and the characters. It's really fascinating to read how one book leads into the next and each has a few more characters added to the mix. Just when you think you are figuring out how the story will end, the author throws in a curve taking a different direction!
Book 4 of this series, here I come!
Thank you Jean Grainger so much for such brilliant writing!
Love, love, love these stories and the characters. It's really fascinating to read how one book leads into the next and each has a few more characters added to the mix. Just when you think you are figuring out how the story will end, the author throws in a curve taking a different direction!
Book 4 of this series, here I come!
Thank you Jean Grainger so much for such brilliant writing!
January 30, 2025
Great storytelling
This entire series has been a great story. Interesting characters and good dialogue. The letters between Grace and Richard are lovely. The timing, moving from Grace's life in Ireland to Richard's in Georgia, France, and England is well executed. I can't wait for the next installment.
This entire series has been a great story. Interesting characters and good dialogue. The letters between Grace and Richard are lovely. The timing, moving from Grace's life in Ireland to Richard's in Georgia, France, and England is well executed. I can't wait for the next installment.
January 31, 2025
enthralling once again
I love all of Jean Grainger’s books. Her characters are captivating. When I first heard that this series was coming, but wasn’t sure what to expect but some the first books the entertaining of the lives of the characters and their stories has grabbed me and won’t last me go. Can’t wait for the fourth one
I love all of Jean Grainger’s books. Her characters are captivating. When I first heard that this series was coming, but wasn’t sure what to expect but some the first books the entertaining of the lives of the characters and their stories has grabbed me and won’t last me go. Can’t wait for the fourth one
January 31, 2025
I love Jean, Grainger’s books, and History’s Pages is no different. As World War II continues, Richard and Grace find themselves involved in things they never expected. Once again, this author has created characters to whom we can relate. Her writing is excellent, her research diligent. There is much to learn from her books, as well as much to enjoy. I highly recommend History’s Pages.
February 21, 2025
Great book but disappointed
Loved the continuation of the Knocknashee Story but to charge $149.99 for book 4 is outrageous. Why is this continuation of such a wonderful story be so expensive. I have read all the books but I cannot in all consciousness spend this amount for one book. So very sad that I will not know the end of Grace’s story.
Loved the continuation of the Knocknashee Story but to charge $149.99 for book 4 is outrageous. Why is this continuation of such a wonderful story be so expensive. I have read all the books but I cannot in all consciousness spend this amount for one book. So very sad that I will not know the end of Grace’s story.
February 28, 2025
This is the 3rd book in a series. The perspectives of a wealthy American and a sheltered, rural Irish woman provide an interesting look at life and war during WWII in England as well as globally to some degree. The characters and relationships are endearing, enjoyable and the story kept me fully engaged. I’ve enjoyed the series and am anxious for #4 to be released!
January 23, 2025
Another great read from Jean Grainger, beginning in August 1940 in Knocknashee, Ireland. The characters introduced in the previous books in the series, Grace Fitzgerald, Charlie and Declan McKenna, Father Iggy, Mary and Tilly O’Hare, are back, as are Americans Richard Lewis, his sister Sarah, and her partner Jacob Nunez. Even baby Odile, having been brought from France to Ireland by Richard and Jacob, appears again.
The story alternates between St. Simon’s Island, Georgia and Knocknashee, Ireland to London, where Richard, Jacob and Sarah stay and report on the war, their articles gradually becoming more popular as they report on how average people are coping with the German bombings and destruction.
Although I have read many books about WWII, History’s Pages included many fascinating details I’d never read about; for example, Richard learns from a hospital nurse how radium for cancer treatment is placed underground at night to avoid a direct hit by bombings, which would be “catastrophic;” diseases spread as people were forced to shelter in the undergrounds; and persecution and imprisonment of Catholic nuns, priests and leaders in Germany. This made History’s Pages not just “another World War II book” but special for me.
In addition, the individual characters’ stories, loves and losses, are very well-crafted and enjoyable, made me want to read on. And I learned a great deal about the power and influence of the Catholic church in a small village in Ireland at that time. All in all, this was a very enjoyable, well-written book, and I highly recommend it.
The story alternates between St. Simon’s Island, Georgia and Knocknashee, Ireland to London, where Richard, Jacob and Sarah stay and report on the war, their articles gradually becoming more popular as they report on how average people are coping with the German bombings and destruction.
Although I have read many books about WWII, History’s Pages included many fascinating details I’d never read about; for example, Richard learns from a hospital nurse how radium for cancer treatment is placed underground at night to avoid a direct hit by bombings, which would be “catastrophic;” diseases spread as people were forced to shelter in the undergrounds; and persecution and imprisonment of Catholic nuns, priests and leaders in Germany. This made History’s Pages not just “another World War II book” but special for me.
In addition, the individual characters’ stories, loves and losses, are very well-crafted and enjoyable, made me want to read on. And I learned a great deal about the power and influence of the Catholic church in a small village in Ireland at that time. All in all, this was a very enjoyable, well-written book, and I highly recommend it.
January 29, 2025
Book 3 is as good as it gets.
Each and every word written in these books is illuminating. I'm reaching such beauty and sorrow and compassion in this writers words. She is a compelling storyteller.
Each and every word written in these books is illuminating. I'm reaching such beauty and sorrow and compassion in this writers words. She is a compelling storyteller.
January 31, 2025
Waiting impatiently for the next book !
Jean Grainger is wonderful and I have loved all of her books. I got to the end of History’s Pages and almost cried when I realized I was at the end. I want more! The next book, Sincerely, Grace, can’t come soon enough.
Jean Grainger is wonderful and I have loved all of her books. I got to the end of History’s Pages and almost cried when I realized I was at the end. I want more! The next book, Sincerely, Grace, can’t come soon enough.
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