New Release- "Swedish Sunrise" by Linda Shelton Matchett

 

Espionage. Diplomacy. Resistance. Is there any room for love?

Weeks after being accepted into America’s Office of Strategic Services, Birgit Westgard finds herself in Stockholm, Sweden - “Casablanca of the North.” The job is supposed to be easy: typing and filing. Then her handsome boss taps her to be his “plus-one” at social events where they collect intelligence, plant propaganda, and dance the nights away. How much longer can she remain impervious to his charm?

Silas Cronin is one of the lucky ones, and his plane crash lands in neutral Sweden. Bored with cooling his heels in an internment camp, he raises his hand when the government comes looking for someone who can type. Suddenly, he’s in Stockholm, mired in intrigue and subterfuge, and more than a little attracted to his new secretary who wants nothing to do with him. Is she right that wartime is no time for romance?

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My Review

Swedish Sunrise grabbed me from the start. I loved how the author introduced historical details, architecture, and relatable characters. Silas and Birgit took part in behind-the-scenes secret missions. They were dangerous, suspenseful, and weighed heavily on them. I was captivated by tense, emotional issues that ran the gamut- one being Christian beliefs v/s service to the cause.

The budding sweet romance, which was especially hard during wartime, had me rooting for the couple as their many layers were revealed. I especially loved the ending, which wrapped up everything nicely. An inspirational story that will stretch your emotions but also warm your heart.

I received a complimentary ARC from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.