In the midst of WWII and after surviving a bomb raid that puts her beloved aunt in a coma, Maggie is sent away from London and ends up at a remote, religious school in Wales. Maggie soon discovers that no part of the country is untouched by the evil and danger that war brings in its wake.Shelter Me has a lot going for it: A clever, twisty, and unpredictable plot that held my interest throughout, a foreboding atmosphere and a cast of memorably bizarre characters.
Normally it would bother me more that Maggie does not actively shape her destiny - the entire novel is basically Maggie getting caught up in a series of events beyond her control and relying on miracles to save her. But since this does reflect the experience of wartime pretty authentically, I can forgive it here.
The pacing sometimes seemed a bit rushed to me. For example, I wouldn’t have minded lingering a bit longer in the incredibly creepy school and seeing more of what the crazy nuns were up to.
If you like fast paced thrillers filled with twists and characters who are not what they seem, then pick up Shelter Me. It’s now available in paperback.
Great review!
ReplyDeleteVery nice review! Concise yet comprehensive.
ReplyDeleteI am very intrigued by the cover.
Definitely checking this one out. Thanks for the review, Lenore!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds good. I really like the cover too.
ReplyDeleteRight now I'm studying WWII and it's been a while since this one is my wishlist so I think I'll read it soon. It seems really good!
ReplyDeleteLoved your review^^
I like how it sounds. Alex McAuley book always sound so great.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like something I would like. I love the cover, too.
ReplyDeleteCool cover. I'd really like to read this one. It sounds good especially the fast paced thriller part.
ReplyDelete"If you like fast paced thrillers filled with twists and characters who are not what they seem..."
ReplyDelete...Who doesn't? I definitely want to read this now.
Youy good writer lenore! XD I've seen this book a few times and it always looks interesting, I may have to read it!
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I'm not sure if I'll be checking this out, but I think the cover is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGreat review, Lenore. I'm putting this on my wish list. I love WWII era books and the Wales element has a strong appeal as well.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth - LOL! Someone might like slow books with characters who are exactly what they seem ;)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds really good. I love the cover!
ReplyDeleteGreat review!
Fantastic cover!!!
ReplyDeleteThis book sounds like it's right up my alley. I love stories with bizarre twists. Thanks for the great review!
ReplyDeleteThis one looks interesting. I have to add it to my list of books to read.
ReplyDeleteI loved the cover but I couldn't finish this one.
ReplyDeleteNice review. If you can answer, I'd be interested in knowing how much the historical setting plays into this book. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe sounds right up my alley! I don't know how I missed this review. I hope it's okay that I linked to your review on War Through the Generations.
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