Lovely War

Julie Berry's 'Lovely War' is a critically acclaimed young adult novel that masterfully weaves together the love stories of four mortals, Hazel, James, Aubrey, and Colette, against the devastating backdrop of World War I and the lead-up to World War II. The unique narrative device features the Greek goddess Aphrodite recounting these tales to her husband Hephaestus and Ares, offering a divine perspective on human passion, prejudice, and resilience. Parents should know this book delves into mature themes of war, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, making it suitable for older teens ready for a deeply emotional and historically rich reading experience. It’s a sweeping story that highlights the transcendent power of love even in the darkest times.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Perfect for fans of Divine Rivals, a critically acclaimed, multi-layered romance set in the perilous days of World Wars I and II, where gods hold the fates--and the hearts--of four mortals in their hands. "Pick an adjective—sweeping, sprawling, epic, Olympian—and yet none quite conveys the emotional width and depth of Julie Berry’s brilliant novel."—The Washington Post They are Hazel, James, Aubrey, and Colette. A classical pianist from London, a British would-be architect-turned-soldier, a Harlem-born ragtime genius in the U.S. Army, and a Belgian orphan with a gorgeous voice and a devastating past. Their story, as told by goddess Aphrodite, who must spin the tale or face judgment on Mount Olympus, is filled with hope and heartbreak, prejudice and passion, and reveals that, though War is a formidable force, it's no match for the transcendent power of Love. Hailed by critics, Lovely War has received seven starred reviews and is an indie bestseller. Author Julie Berry has been called "a modern master of historical fiction" by Bookpage and "a celestially inspired storyteller" by the New York Times, and Lovely War is truly her masterwork.