About the book:
Title: The London Restoration
Author: Rachel McMillan
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
In post-World War II London, determined to save their marriage and the city they love, two people divided by World War II's secrets rebuild their lives, their love, and their world.
London, Fall 1945. Architectural historian Diana Somerville's experience as a codebreaker at Bletchley Park and her knowledge of London's churches intersect in MI6's pursuit of a Russian agent named Eternity. Diana wants nothing more than to begin again with her husband Brent after their separation during the war, but her signing of the Official Secrets Act keeps him at a distance.
Brent Somerville, professor of theology at King's College, hopes aiding his wife with her church consultations will help him better understand why she disappeared when he needed her most. But he must find a way to reconcile his traumatic experiences as a stretcher bearer on the European front with her obvious lies about her wartime activities and whereabouts.
About Rachel McMillan
Rachel McMillan is the author of The Herringford and Watts mysteries, The Van Buren and DeLuca mysteries and The Three Quarter Time series of contemporary Viennese romances. Her next work of historical fiction, The London Restoration, releases in Summer 2020 and takes readers deep into the heart of London's most beautiful churches. Dream, Plan, Go (May, 2020) is her first work of non-fiction. Rachel lives in Toronto, Canada and is always planning her next adventure.
You can connect with Rachel on these platforms. Website || Facebook || Instagram || Twitter
My Thoughts
Restoring churches in war-torn London following WWII drew me into the story right away. The book is all about restoration; in marriage, lives and churches.
Ms. McMillan's description of London and the churches before the war was rich and very detailed. You could tell that Ms. McMillan had done her research.
Diana and Brent were multi-dimensional characters with flaws just like the rest of us. I really enjoyed them and wanted the best for them.
In a brief conversation with Rachel McMillan she told me that this book was her love letter to London and I have to say that it reads like a love letter.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it!
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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