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The Last Green Valley
- A Novel
- Narrated by: Will Damron
- Length: 16 hrs and 8 mins
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Summary
“Mark Sullivan has done it again! The Last Green Valley is a compelling and inspiring story of heroism and courage in the dark days at the end of World War II.” --Kristin Hannah, number one New York Times best-selling author
From the author of the number one best seller Beneath a Scarlet Sky comes a new historical novel inspired by one family’s incredible story of daring, survival, and triumph.
In late March 1944, as Stalin’s forces push into Ukraine, young Emil and Adeline Martel must make a terrible decision: Do they wait for the Soviet bear’s intrusion and risk being sent to Siberia? Or do they reluctantly follow the wolves - murderous Nazi officers who have pledged to protect “pure-blood” Germans?
The Martels are one of many families of German heritage whose ancestors have farmed in Ukraine for more than a century. But after already living under Stalin’s horrifying regime, Emil and Adeline decide they must run in retreat from their land with the wolves they despise to escape the Soviets and go in search of freedom.
Caught between two warring forces and overcoming horrific trials to pursue their hope of immigrating to the West, the Martels’ story is a brutal, complex, and ultimately triumphant tale that illuminates the extraordinary power of love, faith, and one family’s incredible will to survive and see their dreams realized.
Critic reviews
“Narrator Will Damron shows his vocal range in this work of historical fiction, set in Ukraine during WWII. The cast is large, giving Damron ample opportunity to use his expertise in differentiating characters.… He smoothly slips from the third-person narrator to a variety of voices and accents, making listeners feel present as the dramatic events unfold.” —AudioFile Magazine
“After his triumphant novel Beneath a Scarlet Sky, Mark Sullivan delivers another stunning tour de force. Based on interviews and careful research, The Last Green Valley is the novelization of an inspirational true story featuring human strength, faith, and endurance against all odds.” —Authorlink
“A simply riveting read from cover to cover, The Last Green Valley is a deftly crafted novel that showcases experienced author Mark Sullivan’s exceptional narrative storytelling skills combined with exceptional originality.” —Midwest Book Review
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- Anonymous User
- 27-09-21
Another great story based on true events …
I have just finished ‘The Last Green Valley’ by Mark Sullivan. As a huge fan of ‘Beneath a scarlet sky’ it was on my initial thoughts perhaps a little bit of a let down. However I learnt a lot (I had no idea of the plight of the Ukrainians and other similar nations destroyed by Stalin through famine and fighting) .. but it was just a tad long and drawn out without the total immersion I had in Mark Sullivan’s previous book. Indeed it was even a little ‘theological’ …
That being said by the time I got to the end of the book the whole synopsis made me understand more what the book was actually about and why it was written in such a way .. without any big spoilers one of the main influences in the book has a religious experience whilst in the midst of a horrific battle. His experience is related to the main character who is a non believer. The story is one of strength and courage in absolutely devastating times and the main character and his/her families struggle from famine and fighting to freedom in the west and the protracted traumatizing journey to try and achieve their ambitions.
If you like historical WW2 based literature this is another story by Mark Sullivan based on true life experiences and is well worth a read or listen. I think the great ‘afterword’ really made the whole story very thought provoking and a revelation.
Did not rate as highly as Beneath a Scarlet Sky as the main characters were maybe not quite as engaging but still a book which will rank in my top 5 this year
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- Mrs S W of Dumfries
- 12-09-21
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This is one of the most beautiful written and spoken books I have ever read. Whilst it is full of suffering it is equally full of faith, love and endurance. It gave me a very different look on my own faith even though mine has never been tested in such a way. I thank the author a great deal for bringing this story about and I am blessed that I found it. I highly recommend it to all.
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- Christineb
- 12-05-21
An amazing inspirational story
I didn't think it would be possible for another Beneath A Scarlett Sky and it's not comparable but without doubt Mark Sullivan is a great novelist of our time He waited for years searching for the right story and his research into every details is just phenomenal A great novel Narrated brilliantly
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- Sarah Reynolds
- 06-04-22
Brilliant, An important book
Wonderful narration, easy voice to listen to.
This book is profound.
It’s devastating to read the historical details from the German perspective for a change.
Many Germans suffered horrifically in WW2
I didn’t know a lot about this.
It’s a story of hope too though, of resilience in the face of the absolute worst of situations and how it’s possible to live after suffering so much.
Beautifully written.
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- david dodson (purple triangle ltd)
- 27-11-21
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC
WOW, I have over 1000 audible books in my library and this book ranks in the top five. It is beautifully written and although very sad in parts it is written with so much compassion it makes it bearable to read. I cannot believe this all happened to many people, in particular to this families story. The courage and strength but also the moral convictions that they stood by against such oppression leaves me in complete awe of this and many other families that have lived through war. I think every single human being on this planet should read this book. The narrator did an outstanding job as well so well done to him. please please read this book I guarantee you will love it.
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- Parksparker
- 23-04-22
Another triumph from Mr Sullivan
Brilliantly written and an incredibly moving story. Really enjoyed this and found it surprisingly uplifting
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- Niall
- 22-12-21
Amazing story
Probably one of the best stories I have read. I could picture all the scenes as if I was there myself and utterly thankful I wasn’t.
Couldn’t stop listening and at the same time didn’t want it to end.
I watched a documentary recently called Radical Evil that portrayed the evil of the Nazis in WW2. This book showed the endurance possible by people to overcome Evil and hardship.
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- Amanda Winward
- 22-03-24
Loved it
So much unknown history revealed. I was captivated by this story, especially as it was based on the lives of a real family. I didn’t have a lot of knowledge of the society side of WW2 & its aftermath. Definitely worth a read.
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-03-24
Amazing
I love this book, I’ve listened to it more than once and loved it each time
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- Grainne
- 27-01-24
Amazing
I simply can not recommend The Last Green Valley highly enough. A true story of courage and what the human spírit can endure beautifully written and performed
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