The Drowned Village

A heartbreaking and absolutely gripping WW2 romance

De: Norma Curtis

Narrado por: Josh Wichard

Based on an incredible true story…

Britain, 1954. The Second World War has ravaged the country, and for years families had been forced to go without to help the war effort. Even in the tiny stone village of Capel Celyn - where time seemingly stands still in the lush beauty of the surrounding hills - the war has left behind empty tables and broken hearts. But then the residents learn that their beloved village is at risk of being taken from them, and in the most shocking way imaginable. Who will be brave enough to save it?

Present day. Al Locke, retired Navy Captain, sets off up the well-worn track through the valley, toward the pretty village of Capel Celyn, determined to find the girl he once loved. Elin Jenkins: the dark-haired Welsh beauty he was going to marry after the war…until tragedy tore them apart.

But what he finds in that silent valley is a mystery greater even than their own. The village, once lively, is underwater. A shimmering ghost town in the depths of a vast lake. How can he find Elin when all trace of her has vanished? And will she be capable of forgiving him for his part in their tragic loss?

A gorgeously atmospheric and gripping listen about family secrets, heartbreak, and learning to forgive. Fans of Kate Morton, Fiona Valpy, and Lorna Cook will adore this beautiful book.

©2022 Norma Curtis (P)2022 2022

Reseñas de la Crítica

"This beautifully unique tale will fill you with hope, then will suddenly break your heart into a million pieces. Without giving too much away, it is truly an emotional rollercoaster, so tissues at the ready! Norma Curtis, you have gained a new fan. :)" (Off the Hook Books)

Made me cry ...

Tour de force on all fronts. Heart-warming, clever, enigmatic, funny love story - cross (for me) between BBC's 'The Archers' and 'Remains of the Day' set in present-day and 60 years ago in Wales. You will laugh, cry and look forward to the next chapter along the journey. Narrator does a great job with the accents (not an easy feat to switch between American and Welsh) and has a soothing, comforting tone that allow the story to unfold. Bravo Norma Curtis!