The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel — The Idea of Quiet Courage
First Impressions I went into The Book of Lost Names with low expectations, mostly because I’m not typically a historical fiction or romance reader. It was one of many books my mom brought over (“This was so good!”) that was sitting unread on my shelf. So, I was genuinely surprised to find that I really liked it! Because, at its core, rather than action packed sequences, historical details and bodice ripping moments, it is a story that resonates deeply with our current times of political unrest and human response. It’s about quiet courage - the kind that happens unnoticed, through choices that look small but have a large impact and cost. Story Overview This dual-timeline story centers on a piece of history, hidden in a book, where names were recorded, preserved, and protected during WWII. Names that would have been lost in time if no one took the time to write them down. There’s a modern-day frame that opens the door to the past, and then the...
