ALLISON HOLMES
"I couldn’t put this one down. Shelby’s journey is intense, emotional, and full of twists that keep you guessing. The mix of romance, danger, and suspense against the backdrop of pre-WW2 Europe is so gripping, and her resilience makes her such a compelling heroine. Every chapter had me rooting for her and holding my breath for what comes next. If you love historical thrillers with heart and high stakes, this series just keeps getting better!"



Shelby Morrow Journals, 1929 -1935: Book Four (The Shelby Morrow Series 4)
Surviving Against All Odds: Shelby's Journey from the Brink of Death to Romance, Allegations of Abduction, and a Perilous Mission to Find her Missing Spouse in the Shadow of Nazi Threats.

In the fourth volume of the Shelby Morrow Journals,1929 -1935, we encounter Shelby in a fragile state of health following a critical surgery. The aftermath leaves her wrestling with the chilling recollection of a brutal incident she believed would end her life. Her heart, which had ceased during the operation, is resurrected by the exceptional surgeons, Liesl and Eli Von Hoffstadt, who become her pillars of strength during her grueling recovery. As Shelby convalesces, she seamlessly integrates into the Von Hoffstadt family. However, her peace is disrupted when she discovers that she is believed to be kidnapped or deceased in France.
Octave Verrault, the man who coerced her into a fraudulent marriage and subjected her to narcotics, has announced a million franc reward for her safe return, under the impression that she is his expectant wife, Vivian Verrault. In an unexpected turn of events, Shelby's legitimate husband, Martin, vanishes, plunging her into despair. Despite the solace and security of the Von Hoffstadt residence in Switzerland, Shelby feels compelled to return to France to unravel the mystery of Martin's disappearance. This journey leads her to a new family who become instrumental in her life and Martin's.
As Martin becomes a target of the Gestapo, Shelby finds herself in a dangerous predicament. Together, they must traverse the perilous terrain of pre-WW2 Europe, making choices that will irrevocably change their lives. This captivating narrative is a tribute to Shelby's tenacity, her unwavering affection, and her relentless quest for truth in a world teetering on the edge of war.



