When the World Fell Silent: Inspired by true story

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“A beautiful, meticulously researched story that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.” —USA Today bestseller, Genevieve Graham

When the World Fell Silent by Donna Jones Alward is a gripping historical fiction novel set in 1917 Halifax, Nova Scotia. As World War I intensifies, two women’s lives intersect amidst the turmoil.

Nora Crowell, aspiring for more than traditional domesticity, becomes a lieutenant in the Canadian Army Nursing Corps, seeking purpose beyond societal expectations.

Charlotte Campbell, a war widow, endures life with her late husband’s disdainful family. Her daughter, Aileen, inspires her to envision a brighter future.

Their destinies intertwine following a catastrophic event in Halifax Harbour, leading to unexpected connections filled with both sorrow and hope.

Praise for Donna Jones Alward:

• “A triumphant, unforgettable tale of sacrifice, hope, and second chances … with a twist that will have readers holding their breath to the very end.” —Renee Ryan, author of The Secret Society of Salzburg
• “A winning and memorable tale that boasts a perfectly-judged grasp of historical detail, wonderfully nuanced characters, and a narrative arc that never falters.” —USA Today bestselling author, Jennifer Robson
• “A rare novel that is both heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. Prepare to fall in love with Alward’s beautifully cast characters.” —Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of The London Girls
• “Meticulously researched and full of atmospheric period details that will take your breath away.” —Julianne MacLean, bestselling author
• “Alward handles the aftermath of a Canadian tragedy with sensitivity, skill, brilliant writing and a truly fascinating, true-to-life cast of characters.” —Lecia Cornwall, author of That Summer in Berlin

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