The Cryptographer's Dilemma by Johnnie Alexander | A Book Review of A Historical Fiction Novel and Introduction to the Heroine of WWII Series
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HEROINES OF WWII
Readers will find themselves captivated with this new, fast-paced novel brimming with excitement, romance and espionage!
Author Johnnie Alexander delights readers with the story of Eloise Marshall, a cryptographer during WWII, who suddenly finds herself on the adventure of a lifetime. As she embarks on a cross-country trip with handsome FBI agent, Phillip Clayton, to track down a traitorous spy, Eloise gets the opportunity to put her unique skills to use, keeping readers highly entertained and intrigued!
A CODE BREAKER UNCOVERS A JAPANESE SPY RING.
Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this new seres celebrates unsung heroes - the women of WWII.
FBI cryptographer Eloise Marshall is grieving the death of her brother, who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor, when she is assigned to investigate a seemingly innocent series of letters about dolls. Agent Phillip Clayton is ready to enlist and had overseas when asked to work one more FBI job. A case of traitorous messages disguised as correspondence about dolls should be easy, but not so when the clues take Eloise and Phillip on a cross-country trek that has them both confronting past demons and an unmistakable attraction to each other.
Eloise believes the otters refer to classified intel about U.S. warships, but can she prove it in time to catch the spa? Or, before she and Phillip are permanently separated?
★★★★ | I was honored to be asked to review the new “Heroines of WWII” series from Barbour Publishing. This series features historical fiction centered around the war and the women who so bravely stepped up and out into a man’s world to work and serve while men fought overseas.
The Cryptographer’s Dilemma was exciting, fascinating and delightful!
It featured all the earmarks of an entertaining novel: great characters, a well-developed plot, personal struggles, a blossoming romance and well-researched historical facts.
I enjoyed the fast pace of the story that delivered twists and turns which kept me fully engaged. The main characters, Eloise and Phillip, were strong, independent and their unique personalities came alive within the pages. Their romance was sweet and tender and I enjoyed watching it evolve.
Author Johnnie Alexander curated this fictitious novel based on true events in our nation’s history, by bringing the era of WWII alive with her narrative, character development and dialogue. She delves into the world of espionage, the early years of the FBI and breaking codes in a way that entertains and enlightens readers as the story unfolds. She also includes some faith-based elements that are subtle, yet powerful as her characters face their own pasts and find hope along the way.
I personally found it inspiring and refreshing to read about a young woman who bravely stepped into a man’s world, using her brilliant mind and talents to serve her country during wartime. The women of that era impacted the future and our current times immensely as they paved the way towards opportunities and careers that many women enjoy today.
This story is clean and appropriate for readers ages 14+.
