It's a dramatic family saga spanning the World Wars, based on a true story that unfolds in a unique, little-known region with a complex past: Alsace, France.
Photos courtesy of Brigitte Aumont.
"This is a wonderful story of endurance and bravery, combining detailed history and a very engaging and involving human story. I've so enjoyed spending time with these characters and their story. Laura has skillfully and creatively accomplished an amazing feat. I feel so privileged to have had an early look."
~ Margaret Porter, author of a dozen works of historical fiction, including The Limits of Limelight, Beautiful Invention and A Pledge of Better Times.
"WOW. This is a great story. Excellent characters and the landscape portrayed is beautiful. The writing is so tight and concise, reflecting Laura’s many years in journalism. She knows how to cut to the meaning, how to tell a story, but also get to the damn point. I loved this book. It belongs out in the world."
~ Duncan Craig, published author and co-founder and partner at the digital marketing agency Raka.
"This is a really powerful tale and I LOVE Laura’s writing! I look forward to seeing The Shopkeeper of Alsace in print!"
~ Nicoletta Gullace, Associate professor of European History at the University of New Hampshire and author of The Blood of our Sons: Men, Women and the Renegotiation of British Citizenship during the Great War.