Linda
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Helen Simonson:
I just finished The Summer before the War, and oh my gosh. I knew it was going to be bittersweet, but how did you capture such a clear picture of that view from Rye, and the absolute tranquility of an English garden on a summer's day? I am sure I will take myself there many times in my mind's eye, such a sense of peace. I loved Major Pettigrew too (I gave it a starred review for Library Journal!)!
Helen Simonson
Thank you for the very kind words Linda. Rye is a very special place for me. It's my English home. It is always very deep and emotional when I write about it. I hope that came through in my novel.
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Christine F.
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Helen Simonson:
I must tell you, I am still processing your beautifully touching story. I read your first novel but this one is so special! I felt as though I was sitting in the garden with Hugh and his family at the lovely cottage. The descriptions of the war were chilling. I too am a writer. You might enjoy my novel - AN EVEN EXCHANGE. It is told in twovoices and is set inthe US and England. How did you research WW 1 info?
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