The Plum Blooms in Winter

Reviewed By:

Olivia Mitchem

Title:

The Plum Blooms in Winter – Brands from the Burning: Book One

Author:

Linda Thompson

Publisher:

Mountain Brook Ink

Publication Date:

2018

Format:

Print Book

Length:

360 Pages

OVERVIEW

World War 2 is raging, and the common people of Japan are struggling to make ends meet in this heart-wrenching tale from both a hero and the woman who would rather see him dead. Gritty real experiences, emotions, and the lives of a time gone by make Thompson’s book an excellent read.

ASSESSMENT

Rating (1 to 5):

5

Suggested Audience:

Fans of historical fiction, romance, World War 2 novelizations.

Christian Impact:

A good reminder that what we see at face value may not be the truth, the impacts of mercy and grace, and repercussions of actions.