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Mar 15, 2017cknightkc rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
In SHIP OF BRIDES author Jojo Moyes offers a fascinating glimpse into a little-known period of history. The year is 1946, and this fictional story follows 4 Australian war brides traveling aboard a British aircraft carrier to reunite with the husbands they married, but hardly spent time with, during WWII. Throughout the 6-week journey from Australia to England the narrative also provides insights into several British servicemen ending their tour of duty. The plot has it all - secrets, intrigue, joy, friendship, romance, despair, and loss - and by the end, all lives have changed. Once again, Jojo Moyes creates well-balanced, believable characters. Her writing appears well-researched, especially regarding life aboard ship and the social mores of the time. My only criticism is that it took me longer than usual to get into the story, but the ending was worth it and several characters stayed with me long after I turned the last page.