New from Marie Benedict, the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Woman in the Room! An incredible novel that focuses on one of the people who had the most influence during World War I and World War II: Clementine Churchill.
In 1909, Clementine steps off a train with her new husband, Winston. An angry woman emerges from the crowd to attack, shoving him in the direction of an oncoming train. Just before he stumbles, Clementine grabs him by his suit jacket. This will not be the last time Clementine Churchill will save her husband.
Lady Clementine is the ferocious story of the ambitious woman beside Winston Churchill, the story of a partner who did not flinch through the sweeping darkness of war, and who would not surrender either to expectations or to enemies.
Kindle Edition, 336 pages
Expected publication: January 7th, 2020
by Sourcebooks Landmark
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This is my first time reading Marie Benedict, she has been on my radar for a while with The Other Einstein and Carnegie's Maid - both waiting patiently on my tbr pile.
Lady Clementine follows the trend these days with strong women supporting men in leadership roles. My only glimpse of the wife of Winston Churchill were brief appearances on The Crown, so yea I was looking forward to this one.
Beginning in 1909 with their wedding and spanning through to 1945, there is a lot of years and living to tackle in 336 pages. For me, that reflected in my enjoyment as I struggled to connect with Clementine. I found I was educated verses entertained. I learned a lot about their lives, struggles, parenthood and more, but I didn’t warm up to them. I didn't get the emotional attachment that I crave in these types of books. Given the ratings, it would appear I am in the minority.
But all in all, I liked it and that's still a good thing.
But all in all, I liked it and that's still a good thing.
My thanks to Sourcebooks (via Netgalley) for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
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