1945: Marta Nederman has barely survived the horrific brutality of a Nazi prison camp. Imprisoned for her brave, covert operations with the Polish resistance, she is rescued from the brink of death by Paul, a handsome American soldier. As they both heal in the aftermath of the war, a passionate love blossoms between them, and they vow to reunite in London to build a new life together. But their dreams are violently shattered when Paul’s plane crashes, leaving him presumed dead.

Devastated, alone, and secretly pregnant, Marta finds a lifeline in Simon, a caring British diplomat.

Marrying Simon out of necessity, Marta moves to London and steps into a life of high society, domestic comfort, and newfound family. But true peace is a luxury she cannot hold onto. As the Cold War begins to cast a shadow over Europe, British intelligence discovers a dangerous Communist spy operating within their own ranks. Drawn back into the treacherous world of secrets, Marta realizes that the one person who can expose the traitor is directly tied to her past—and that her new life is built on a house of cards.

The thrilling sequel to The Commandants’ Girl. A sweeping, suspenseful post-WWII historical romance perfect for fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale, and stories of deep political intrigue.

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