This was so very rich in content, history, characters, landscape, and heart. I’ve enjoyed each book in the series and this was no exception.

On the historical side, the setting of The Netherlands during WW2 was packed with immersive detail - the resistance, the battles, and everything in between. It showed the various needs the Dutch Resistance filled from “small” things like stealing ration cards to surveillance and sabotage, to hiding and ferrying downed soldiers and paratroopers. I had no idea the liberation of the Netherlands was so back and forth. The book did an excellent job at showing the emotional toll that took on the people. 

I loved Gerrit and Ingrid, as well as their family. They had such good chemistry, both in the initial animosity and then later their friendship and love story. Their struggles and loyalty towards each other was beautiful, as was Gerrit’s faith journey. The description of their grief later on was so devastating and emotional, it was well done and realistic. 

Also loved the crossover of Henry Bridger and the backstory with him and Anita. All the little pieces that tied the characters together in the other books were so great. Thoroughly enjoyed the book and highly recommend. 

Thanks to Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book. All opinions are mine.