Maia Caron
October 08th, 2024
In a captivating dual-timeline narrative, The Last Secret (Doubleday $25.00) by Maia Caron intricately weaves the stories of two remarkable women across decades. Set in Ukraine in 1944, Savka Ivanets serves as a medic for the Ukrainian resistance during World War II, navigating the chaos of war and the kidnapping of her son, Taras, by the KGB. Decades later, in 1972 on Salt Spring Island, Jeanie Esterhazy struggles with isolation following a traumatic accident that left her scarred and with no memory of the event. When a mysterious stranger prompts flashbacks from her wedding night, Jeanie uncovers unsettling truths about her past. The novel artfully weaves together their journeys, exploring themes of love, hope, and the remarkable resilience of women. 9780385688826
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