The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
Mary Ann Shaffer
Jen Wilkin
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The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Mary Ann Shaffer
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Mary Ann Shaffer
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In the shadowy aftermath of World War II, Juliet Ashton, a spirited writer grappling with the ashes of the past, finds the inspiration for her next book in an unexpected correspondence. A letter from a stranger, a native of the island of Guernsey, steers her towards the enchanting tale of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. This curious club, born out of defiance during the German occupation, becomes the portal through which Juliet voyages into the heart of Guernsey and its resilient inhabitants. From the whimsical to the profound, the members of this society share their experiences of war, their love for books, and the unbreakable bonds that have carried them through the darkest of times. As Juliet delves deeper into the lives of the society's members, she is drawn irrevocably into the fabric of the island itself. The stories she uncovers—of survival, resistance, and the transformative power of literature—begin to intertwine with her own journey of self-discovery. What started as a search for her next subject blooms into a profound exploration of human connection, the resilience of the human spirit, and the unexpected ways our lives are shaped by the stories we tell. With every letter exchanged, Juliet’s life becomes inextricably linked with those on Guernsey, leading her to question what she thought she knew about love, friendship, and the power of the written word. "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" is a testament to how literature can provide solace, bring communities together, and forge new beginnings even in the aftermath of tragedy.

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Released
2008
29 Jul
Length
291
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Delightful. - Jen Wilkin
I don't want to be married just to be married. I can't think of anything lonelier than spending the rest of my life with someone I can't talk to, or worse, someone I can't be silent with.
— Mary Ann Shaffer, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

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