An immersive tale based on the true story of two extraordinary women, Noor Inayat Khan and Vera Atkins, whose destinies converged amidst the chaos of Nazi-occupied France during World War II.
Noor Inayat Khan: born into an influential Sufi family, and a remarkable spy.
Vera Atkins: a Jewish-Romanian secretary turned powerful British Intelligence Officer.
The war rages on and the days darken, Noor embarks on a perilous mission behind enemy lines while Vera steps into a role that changes history. As Vera unravels the mysteries surrounding more than 100 female operatives she sent into danger, Noor remains a haunting enigma. Through dogged perseverance, Vera peels back the layers of secrecy, exposing the fate of Noor Inayat Khan.
Transporting us to a time of unfathomable courage and sacrifice, Rupande Mehta's debut reveals the incredible bravery and unbreakable bonds that defined two incredible women in one of history's darkest hours.
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Boundless Publishing Group Ltd
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Maße
Höhe: 198 mm
Breite: 129 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-915584-09-0 (9781915584090)
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Rupande Mehta is an Indian immigrant, a professional working for a Fortune 500 company, and an activist for causes related to violence against women, the environment, and social justice. In 2020, she ran for State Senate in New Jersey's 25th district and received the most votes ever received by a Democrat for that seat. She is a state committee woman from Morris County and is a member of the Emerge New Jersey cabinet, an organization that recruits, trains, and provides a network to Democratic women who run for office. Rupande is an avid reader and an active Pelotoner.
