Critical Acclaim for What We May Become
A brutally atmospheric tale of the horrors of war.
Kirkus Review
Critical Acclaim for The Fire by Night
An All Quiet on the Western Front from American women’s perspectives . . . A vibrant telling of the nurses’ nightmares during a brutal war.
KIRKUS REVIEW
“Quite simply historical fiction at its best: a genuine page-turner, with vivid language and rich, unforgettable characters. But more than that, it’s a startling anthem to the service and sacrifice of women in World War II.”
DAVID GILHAM, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CITY OF WOMEN
“A luminous once-in-a-lifetime story of war, love, loss and the enduring grace of the human spirit. I can’t remember the last time I was so deeply moved by a novel. You must read this book!”
LAUREN WILLIG, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF BAND OF SISTERS
“An epic story of love, loss and survival that weaves meticulous research together with the complexities of the human heart. This novel is not to be missed.”
KAREN WHITE, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FLIGHT PATTERNS
“With strong, sharp characters, explosive situations, marvelous detail, epic sweep, this fine first novel of war and friendship has it all.”
LAIRD HUNT, AUTHOR OF NEVERHOME
Reader Reviews
“Redolent of The English Patient…”
Goodreads Review on What We May Become
“Incredibly compelling and gripping debut novel of two World War II nurses and the horrific conditions under which they served and survived…”
Goodreads Review on The Fire by Night
“It is a powerful, visceral, and crucial tale to tell…”
BookNAround Review on The Fire by Night
“Teresa Messineo captures an image of what life was like for American nurses in a style that is incredibly personal and yet encompasses the sacrifices of so many…”
Literary Quicksand Review on The Fire by Night
“The Fire by Night was found treasure, it was an extraordinarily well-crafted, poignant, deeply researched, and beautifully written book…”
Books & Bindings Review on The Fire by Night
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