My review for The Hunger Countess by Annette Spratte, 5/5 stars. It also earns a Pink Quill Book Pick badge (click here for more information).
This is a beautifully written novel based on the true story of a German countess in the 1600s. The author has done an extraordinary amount of research to bring the characters to life, creating a rich narrative that transports you to another time.
This is the story of Ernestine von Sayn-Wittgenstein, daughter of a countess, who grew up in troubled times where war and politics created rulers, and ruined them. From an easy, carefree childhood, Ernestine soon learns the meaning of hunger and desperation, as her family is driven from their home.
The characters are so vividly written that you can see them in your mind's eye as you read, following the young countess from her days as a spoiled child to a compassionate adult. The setting and the history give the story added depth that will delight lovers of historical fiction. Highly recommend.
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