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The Things We Cherished - A WWII Historical Legal Thriller
From New York Times bestselling author Pam Jenoff comes a suspenseful World War II novel that weaves together historical mystery, legal drama, and romance. The Things We Cherished follows attorney Charlotte Gold as she navigates a complex war crimes case that challenges everything she believes about justice and truth.
Plot Overview
When Charlotte's ex-fiancé Brian arrives at her law office with an urgent case, she's thrust into a decades-old mystery. Roger Dykmans, a wealthy financier and brother of a celebrated Holocaust hero, faces accusations of World War II-era war crimes—including the unthinkable betrayal of his own brother and the Jews he attempted to save. Charlotte must travel to Munich alongside Brian's estranged brother Jack to prove Roger's innocence.
The case takes an unexpected turn when Roger refuses to cooperate with his own defense, revealing only that proof of his innocence exists within an intricate anniversary clock last seen in Nazi Germany. As Charlotte and Jack trace the timepiece through decades of history, they uncover Roger's forbidden love for his brother's Jewish wife, Magda, and the impossible choices he made to protect her.
About Author Pam Jenoff
Pam Jenoff brings her extensive background in international affairs and law to this compelling narrative. A former Special Assistant to the Secretary of the Army and State Department officer, Jenoff holds degrees from George Washington University, Cambridge University (master's in history), and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. She is also the acclaimed author of The Kommandant's Girl, The Diplomat's Wife, Almost Home, Hidden Things, and Code Name Sapphire. Based in Philadelphia, she works as an attorney while crafting historically rich fiction.
Key Themes
This paperback edition explores the moral complexities of wartime decisions, the enduring impact of Holocaust history, and the search for truth across generations. The narrative balances legal suspense with emotional depth, examining how love and loyalty intersect with impossible circumstances during one of history's darkest periods.
Perfect for readers who appreciate 1940s historical fiction, World War II narratives, and character-driven legal thrillers with romantic elements.
About the Author
PAM JENOFF is the author of The Kommandant's Girl, The Diplomat's Wife, Almost Home, and Hidden Things. She attended George Washington University, Cambridge University in England, where she received a master's in history, and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. A former Special Assistant to the Secretary of the Army and State Department officer, she lives in Philadelphia, where she works as an attorney.
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