Sarah Sundin’s The Sound of Light is a sweet WWII romance with intrigue and suspense.
Book Blurb
When the Germans march into Denmark, Baron Henrik Ahlefeldt exchanges his nobility for anonymity, assuming a new identity so he can secretly row messages for the Danish Resistance across the waters to Sweden.
American physicist Dr. Else Jensen refuses to leave Copenhagen and abandon her research–her life’s dream. While printing resistance newspapers, she hears stories of the movement’s legendary Havmand–the merman–and wonders if the mysterious and silent shipyard worker living in the same boardinghouse has something to hide.
When the Occupation cracks down on the Danes, these two passionate people will discover if there is more power in speech . . . or in silence.
My Thoughts
Sarah Sundin is my favorite author of WWII romance for a reason. She always crafts powerful stories with sweet romance and thought-provoking dilemmas. The Sound of Light is no exception.
Henrik’s character not only explores the changing power of God but also the inner battle we each face to become a better person. The contrast between the former baron and Hemming draws a great illustration about becoming a new creature in Christ. And Else’s journey of courage is a great reminder that showing kindness does not mean you can’t push back against injustice.
Their romance and the way they learn from each other is so beautiful. I loved watching these two fall in love. The conflicts between them had me reading late into the night, especially with the added suspense of their resistance activities.
As usual, Sundin seamlessly includes tidbits of history that helped me keep up with what was going on without getting bored with info dumps. She managed to bring Denmark to life, and I was actually disappointed when the book ended and I couldn’t read about Else and Henrik anymore.
Overall, The Sound of Light is a beautiful tale of courage and change. Historical romance fans, especially those who love WWII novels, won’t want to miss this.
(Note: I received a complimentary copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.)
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