Kate Quinn Libros

En 1915 una red de valerosas espías dejó un legado de gloria y sacrificio. Pero también de traición. Treinta años después, ha llegado la hora de la verdad. 1947. La joven americana Charlie St. Clair está embarazada, soltera y a punto de ser expulsada de su muy decente familia. Mientras su mundo se viene abajo, su única ilusión es la débil esperanza de que su amada prima Rose, que desapareció en la Francia ocupada por los nazis durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, siga viva. 1915. Un año después del estallido de la Gran Guerra, Eve Gardiner está deseando unirse a la lucha contra los alemanes, así que no duda un instante cuando es reclutada como espía de la organización clandestina conocida como "la red de Alice". Tres décadas más tarde, obsesionada por la traición que destruyó la red, Eve pasa sus días entre botellas de alcohol encerrada en su ruinosa casa de Londres. Hasta que una joven americana aparece en su puerta pronunciando un nombre que Eve no ha escuchado desde hace décadas y embarcada en una misión: averiguar la verdad sin importar a dónde conduzca. Heroísmo, amor y suspense en una apasionante novela inspirada en el episodio histórico real de la red de mujeres espías que salvó a más de mil soldados de la muerte

The hidden history of Bletchley Park comes to life through the eyes of three extraordinary women who work in secrecy to defeat the Nazis. This gripping novel captures the frantic world of the Enigma codebreakers, showcasing meticulous research and strong characterization. In 1940, as England prepares to fight, three diverse women arrive at Bletchley Park, where Britain's brightest minds work to break German military codes. Osla, a vivacious debutante, seeks to prove herself beyond her privileged life, using her fluent German to translate decoded enemy secrets. Mab, a self-made woman from a poor London background, operates the legendary codebreaking machines while concealing her past and searching for a socially advantageous marriage. They recognize the potential in Beth, a shy village spinster with a talent for puzzles, who becomes one of the few female cryptanalysts at the Park. However, war and secrecy strain their friendship. By 1947, as Britain celebrates the royal wedding, a mysterious encrypted letter brings the estranged friends back together, revealing a long-buried betrayal and a traitor from their past. Osla, Mab, and Beth must reunite to crack one last code, but each revelation brings them closer to danger and their true enemy.

Set against the backdrop of the McCarthy era, the narrative explores the intricate dynamics of female friendships and the weight of secrets within a Washington, DC boardinghouse. As the characters navigate a climate of suspicion and fear, their bonds are tested, revealing personal struggles and the impact of societal pressures. The story delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and resilience, highlighting how women support each other amidst challenging circumstances.

One of Marie Claire's Best Women’s Fiction of the year! From the bestselling author of THE ALICE NETWORK comes a gripping historical novel featuring a battle-hardened English journalist and a Russian female bomber pilot who unite to track down a Nazi war criminal hiding in America. In the aftermath of war, the hunter becomes the hunted. Nina Markova, a bold dreamer, risks everything to join the Night Witches, an all-female night bomber regiment, during the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union. When she finds herself stranded behind enemy lines, she becomes the target of a lethal Nazi murderess known as the Huntress. British war correspondent Ian Graham, transformed by the horrors of war, has become a Nazi hunter but struggles to capture the elusive Huntress. He teams up with Nina, the only witness to escape her clutches, but a shared secret threatens their mission. Meanwhile, in post-war Boston, seventeen-year-old Jordan McBride aspires to be a photographer. When her father brings home a new fiancée, Jordan is excited but soon senses danger in the German widow's past. As she investigates, she uncovers deep-seated family secrets that could jeopardize everything she holds dear. This immersive tale reveals the profound consequences of war and the quest for justice and truth.

The brand-new historical novel based on a true story from the bestselling author of The Rose Code and The Alice Network

The narrative immerses readers in the French Revolution, showcasing the experiences of six diverse and complex women. Each character offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous events, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and the impact of the revolution on their lives. Through the collaboration of skilled authors, the book captures the emotional depth and historical significance of this transformative period, bringing to life the stories of women often overlooked in traditional accounts.

The narrative delves into the treacherous world of the Borgia family, exploring their grip on power in Rome through a tale of ambition and betrayal. As the ruthless Borgias manipulate their surroundings, three outsiders become entangled in their dangerous schemes, highlighting themes of loyalty, survival, and the impact of corruption. The story promises a blend of historical intrigue and complex character dynamics, showcasing the darker aspects of human nature amidst a backdrop of political machinations.

The sequel to the bestselling MISTRESS OF ROME, EMPRESS OF ROME is a dark, dazzling, brutal novel unveiling the heart of the Empire itself

From six bestselling authors, including New York Times bestseller Kate Quinn, comes a vividly imagined anthology of stories following the lives of those in ancient Pompeii on the fateful day Mount Vesuvius erupts. Pompeii was a lively resort flourishing in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius at the height of the Roman Empire. When Vesuvius erupted in an explosion of flame and ash, the entire town would be destroyed. Some of its citizens died in the chaos, some escaped the mountain's wrath . . . and these are their stories: A boy loses his innocence in Pompeii's flourishing streets. An heiress dreads her wedding day, not knowing it will be swallowed by fire. An ex-legionary stakes his entire future on a gladiator bout destined never to be finished. A crippled senator welcomes death, until a tomboy on horseback comes to his rescue. A young mother faces an impossible choice for her unborn child as the ash falls. A priestess and a prostitute seek redemption and resurrection as the town is buried. Six authors bring to life overlapping stories of patricians and slaves, warriors and politicians, villains and heroes who cross each other's paths during Pompeii's fiery end. But who will escape, and who will be buried for eternity

In the word Anti/Hero, Hero is upside down and backwards.