The Rose Code CD: A Novel
“The hidden history of Bletchley Park has been waiting for a master storyteller like Kate Quinn to bring it to life. THE ROSE CODE effortlessly evokes the frantic, nervy, exuberant world of the Enigma codebreakers through the eyes of three extraordinary women who work in tireless secrecy to defeat the Nazis. Quinn’s meticulous research and impeccable characterization shine through this gripping and beautifully executed novel.”
Beatriz Williams, New York Times bestselling author of HER LAST FLIGHT
The New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Huntress and The Alice Network returns with another heart-stopping World War II story of three female code breakers at Bletchley Park and the spy they must root out after the war is over.
1940. As England prepares to fight the Nazis, three very different women answer the call to mysterious country estate Bletchley Park, where the best minds in Britain train to break German military codes. Vivacious debutante Osla is the girl who has everything—beauty, wealth, and the dashing Prince Philip of Greece sending her roses—but she burns to prove herself as more than a society girl, and puts her fluent German to use as a translator of decoded enemy secrets. Imperious self-made Mab, product of east-end London poverty, works the legendary codebreaking machines as she conceals old wounds and looks for a socially advantageous husband. Both Osla and Mab are quick to see the potential in local village spinster Beth, whose shyness conceals a brilliant facility with puzzles, and soon Beth spreads her wings as one of the Park’s few female cryptanalysts. But war, loss, and the impossible pressure of secrecy will tear the three apart.
1947. As the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip whips post-war Britain into a fever, three friends-turned-enemies are reunited by a mysterious encrypted letter--the key to which lies buried in the long-ago betrayal that destroyed their friendship and left one of them confined to an asylum. A mysterious traitor has emerged from the shadows of their Bletchley Park past, and now Osla, Mab, and Beth must resurrect their old alliance and crack one last code together. But each petal they remove from the rose code brings danger--and their true enemy--closer...
In Kate Quinn's historical novel, "The Rose Code CD: A Novel," we are transported to the heart of the Second World War, where a group of extraordinary women play a vital role in breaking enemy codes and shaping the course of history.
Our protagonist, Osla, is a young woman with a brilliant mind and a passion for puzzles. She is recruited to join the secret Bletchley Park, the British government's codebreaking headquarters, where she and her fellow codebreakers work tirelessly to decipher the German Enigma code.
As Osla immerses herself in her work, she forms deep bonds with her fellow codebreakers, including Mab, a gifted mathematician, and Ruth, a skilled linguist. Together, they face the challenges and dangers of their mission, knowing that their efforts could turn the tide of the war.
However, Osla's life takes an unexpected turn when she meets the enigmatic Bletchley Park commander, Captain John Riley. Their attraction to each other is undeniable, but their relationship is forbidden and could jeopardize Osla's career and the security of her mission.
As the war intensifies, Osla and her fellow codebreakers face increasing pressure and danger. The stakes are high as they race against time to break the German codes and prevent devastating attacks. Driven by their determination and resilience, they must overcome personal sacrifices and moral dilemmas to fulfill their duty.
"The Rose Code CD: A Novel" is a captivating and inspiring tale of courage, love, and the unbreakable spirit of those who fought on the front lines of codebreaking during World War II. Kate Quinn's masterful storytelling brings to life the forgotten stories of these remarkable women, shedding light on their invaluable contributions to history.
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