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    A Song Unheard
    A Song Unheard
    A Song Unheard
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    A Song Unheard

    Written by Roseanna M. White

    Narrated by Liz Pearce

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    At the outset of WWI, high-end thief Willa Forsythe is hired to steal a cypher from famous violinist Lukas De Wilde. Given the value of his father's work as a cryptologist, Lukas fears for his family and doesn't know who to trust. He likes Willa--and the feeling is mutual. But if Willa doesn't betray him as planned, her own family will pay the price. Willa Forsythe is both a violin prodigy and top-notch thief, which makes her the perfect choice for a crucial task at the outset of World War I--to steal a cypher from a famous violinist currently in Wales. Lukas De Wilde has enjoyed the life of fame he's won--until now, when being recognized nearly gets him killed. Everyone wants the key to his father's work as a cryptologist. And Lukas fears that his mother and sister, who have vanished in the wake of the German invasion of Belgium, will pay the price. The only light he finds is meeting the intriguing Willa Forsythe. But danger presses in from every side, and Willa knows what Lukas doesn't--that she must betray him and find that cypher, or her own family will pay the price as surely as his has.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateJan 2, 2018
    ISBN9781501965876
    A Song Unheard
    Author

    Roseanna M. White

    Roseanna M. White (RoseannaMWhite.com) is a bestselling, Christy Award-winning author who has long claimed that words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she's homeschooling, editing, designing book covers, and pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her books . . . . to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary.

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    • 5/5
      I didn't love Willa in the 1st book but I was so so wrong. I agree with others that this book had more action and adventure (although Peter & Rosie will always hold a special place in my heart) and all while nurturing and allowing us to see the uncovering of the characters roseanna brings to life. The character development is un matched from any author I've ever read. She is truly gifted by God. Amazing read!
    • 5/5
      A Song Unheard – Shadows Over England, Book#2, Roseanna M. White
      *ROMANCE, SPIES, & THIEVES*

      London 1914
      I really enjoyed book 2 (paperback). The vimeo video is a lovely 1-minute place to start before opening the book. Search A SONG UNHEARD ~ BOOK TRAILER posted by WhiteFire TV.
      Willa is a big “sister” in a gang of orphan thieves. There is nothing more important than family, and they will do anything to survive and protect each other. Including, taking jobs from the mysterious Mr. V. Willa is a talented violin player, thanks to a violin she retrieved from the garbage and a guarded woman with a chip on her shoulder.
      Lukas is a well-known and gifted violin player in his own right, who has recently arrived in London to escape the Germans who invaded his hometown in Belgium. He is desperate to find his mother and sister, and protect his family code breaking key.
      When Mr. V approaches him, Lukas turns him away. So instead, the intriguing Willa is sent undercover to gain the key. Lukas is so taken with her abilities, he offers to tutor her, giving her the perfect entry into his world. But that world quickly turns far more dangerous than any job she has accepted before, and it might just cost her everything.
      Neither of them has any real use for God, so their faith journeys were enjoyable to watch unfold.
      I especially loved the way God’s voice was unique to Willa, as well as Margot.
      Margot: little sister to Lukas and stuck in Belgium with her mother. She is brilliant and wise, but currently under the same roof as a German Generalleutnant trying her best to survive and go unnoticed.
      Barclay Pearce is Willa’s older “brother”. I really like this character. He is everything you want a big brother to be, and I hope we learn more of his story in book three.
      Note: The Author’s Dedication is lovely: To my childhood piano teacher, Joanne Peto, who taught me that a D# could weep, an E* could sing and a melody could be Jesus to a hurting heart that would never listen to words.
      Tea Quote: Ch. 17 Will you have dinner with me?... Or tea – you English love your tea, n’est’ce pas?
      I have seen tearooms, with young couples coming and going without chaperones. This is appropriate here, I assume?

      I recommend using Google Translate for some of the words in the book. I found it useful for pronunciation as well.

      It is my privilege to be included in Roseanna M. White’s Influencer List and I received this copy for no compensation from BETHANY HOUSE PUBL. My opinion is my own.
      Read: 01/16&17/2018
      © 01-02-2018
      Pages: 398
      SERIES: Shadows Over England
      A Name Unknown – Book #1 July 2017
      A Song Unheard – Book #2 January 2018
      An Hour Unspent – Book #3 September 2018
    • 4/5
      I haven't worked out why the cover sets off my “unconvincing violinist” radar. But I’m glad I didn’t let that put me off. This is my favourite of the trilogy.In September of 1914 Willa, is sent to Wales to steal a cipher from the Belgium violinist, Lukas de Wilde. Lukas was forced to abandon his search for his family in German-occupied Belgium after he was shot, and is desperate with worry. Meanwhile his fourteen-year-old Margot and their mother are hiding under an assumed-name in Brussels.Because I read The Number of Love first (unaware of its connection to this book), I knew where Willa, Lucas and Margot would all be in three years time-- but I still really enjoyed this.Oh, I rolled my eyes at a few things, like Willa being such a brilliant violinist even though she’s never had any lessons ever, or Lucas supposedly having been a player -- without more details about his past behaviour, I wasn’t as convinced by references to his current behaviour being out-of-character as I suspect I was meant to be.But once I decided to just accept that Willa is a musical genius, I loved all the scenes about playing the violin and the way the story captures Willa’s and Lukas’ passion for music. I enjoyed their banter and flirting. And I liked getting to meet a slightly-younger Margot and to fill in some of the pieces in her story. “How do you say ‘idiot’ in French?” He grinned. “Mon amour. Try it out.” She rolled her eyes instead -- apparently even she knew that it meant ‘my love’.[...] “What was he working on? Your father, I mean.” He flicked a gaze down at her, one that shone with intelligence that he quickly covered with a charming grin. “I could not tell you if I wanted to, mon amour. I am a musician, not a mathematician. And it was all mathematics.” So then, he had some sense when it came to baring his soul to strangers. Good for him, if bad for her. She returned the grin. “Did you just call me an idiot? I ought to storm away.”
    • 5/5
      I love this authors voice. Anything she writes, I want to read. I enjoyed Roseanna's first book in this series “A Name Unknown”. During this book we were introduced to the family of London's number one pickpockets and thieves. The second book “A Song Unheard” introduces us further to the second oldest sister, Willa Forsythe. Roseanna M. White is one of my top five authors. She is such a gifted storyteller. From the very first page until I set the book down I was wondering what would happen next. Even then I was left wanting more. This is a page-turner laced in romance. I love, love love this author as I said before. I would highly recommend this and any book that Roseanna M. White, might write.
    • 5/5
      Oh. My. Word. I cannot express in words my love for the Shadows Over England series . . .

      I didn't think it was possible for this to be better than the first book. But I think it might have been.

      The characters are truly what makes White's Shadows over England series. Both Willa and Lukas were both exceptional characters, with so much depth and beauty. Their individual character arcs were both so well done. Their transformation was so beautiful and real. Margot was also a fascinating character. At first, I wasn't happy that we had a third POV character, but I ended up loving her in less than a chapter.

      The story. My goodness! WW1, spies, thieves, lies, treason, music, plenty of action and just the right amount of romance . . . Does it get any better? While quite long, this definitely kept my interest and I finished it in about 24 hours time. I love the amount of history that White throws in there; just enough to be educational, without boring the average reader. I loved it!

      And then there's that utterly gorgeous cover . . . *swoons*

      And also can we please talk about the music? As a music lover and musician myself, I absolutely adored that aspect of the story. White clearly did a lot of research on that subject, and it shows. Willa finding her song in the end was just so beautiful and incredibly and definitely made my cry.

      All in all, this is another fantastic novel by Roseanna M. White. I can't wait for book 3! Highly recommended!

      Recommended for ages 16 due to mature themes and mild violence. Lukas has a very promiscuous past, and while he has a change of heart shortly before the story begins, and nothing is detailed, there are a few mentions of it. He struggles somewhat in not wanting to treat Willa the same way. Also, a few mildly-detailed kisses, and characters get shot, beat up, interrogated by Nazis, etc. Also a few mentions of rape in regard to how the Germans treated the country of Belgium.
    • 5/5
      Excellent, excellent, excellent. Exactly as I expect from Roseanna M. White by now, A Song Unheard delivers a story to captivate and delight with its history, atmosphere, and romance—plus music. Readers will surely not be disappointed with this new Shadows Over England book.Willa Forsythe, sister to Rosemary of A Name Unknown, now has her turn at an important, war-related mission and finds herself spending quality time with world-renowned violinist (and handsome playboy) Lukas De Wilde to accomplish it. Danger lurks at every corner, and each new day brings another complication, yet Willa proves to be a stubborn, resourceful, and oh so talented (in more ways than one) heroine. The dynamic she then develops with Lukas adds great wit, humor, and chemistry-laden flirtation to the story, even as it stirs up more serious, haunting issues and forces confrontation with ideas of faith and the future. All these elements White weaves together beautifully (with an fascinating cast of secondary characters, too) page after page, and the overall story is nothing short of excellent—well-crafted, emotionally engaging, and transporting.So, I highly, highly recommend A Song Unheard—I know it’s only January, but I think this book is bound to be one of my favorites of the year. Do yourself a favor and go pick it up. It’s so, so good, there’s nothing I didn’t love about it, and I’m sure, like me, you’ll have a hard time putting it down. (And now, with all the appearances Barclay made in A Song Unheard, I truly cannot wait for White’s next story, An Hour Unspent.)Thanks to Celebrate Lit, I received a complimentary copy of A Song Unheard and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.
    • 5/5
      This second installment in Roseanna White’s Shadow’s Over England series is a sweet melody with a little intrigue thrown in for good measure. It’s the start of World War l and England is looking for any advantage over Germany that they can find. Willa Forsythe is a first-rate thief. She can also play the violin. That’s why she is chosen to steal a cypher key from the famous violinist, Lukas De Wilde. Willa’s journey is a hard one, shaped by her past. She eventually learns to trust in not only other people but in God. I really enjoyed the musical aspect of this story. I was hoping for more from some of the secondary characters. Hopefully we see more of them in the next book. So, A Song Unheard did not disappoint. It was everything you would expect from Roseanna White. I can’t wait for the next one!I received this book from Bethany House publisher’s in exchange for my honest review.
    • 4/5
      Title: A Song Unheard (Shadows over England #2)Author: Roseanna M. WhitePages: 416Year: 2018Publisher: Bethany HouseMy rating is 4 out of 5 stars.The year is 1914 in the autumn. Lukas de Wilde, a famous musician, finds himself playing concerts to raise money for the Belgian Relief Fund. He is now in Wales, but from Belgium originally. His city was invaded by the German Army, with his home being destroyed. During the invasion, he was separated from his mother and sister. He was shot and saved by a friend. He doesn’t know where his mother and sister are now, but is saving every penny to find them and be reunited with them. His father was a famous cryptographer, but he has recently died. Now various factions are out to find his latest and most effective cypher. They think Lukas is the key to this discovery.Willa Forsythe has the natural ability to play the violin. She is recruited by Mr. V to join the orchestra in Wales, the same one Lukas de Wilde has joined. Mr. V wants her to steal the key to the cypher. You see, Willa also is a professional thief too. She has survived in London by stealing what she needs. The older ones in her family steal to support the brood of twelve children. There are no parents, and the children are not related by blood, but they are a family nonetheless. Willa accepts her assignment, but has no idea how her life is going to change.I thought the first half of the book on the slow side, and I had bit of difficulty getting into the story, but I kept reading and the second half picks up quite nicely. The subject of cryptography was very interesting, and the essence of this time in history was captured well by the author. I liked the interplay between Willa and Lukas, with their teasing and lighthearted moments. I especially liked the story of Margot, her mother and the German soldier billeted in the same household. Margot’s wit and intelligence were fun to read about, as well as her different way of praying. I would like her to have her own story set a few years in the future. I loved the way Willa’s natural ability for playing the violin was portrayed! I also admired the determination of Lukas to save his mother and sister. The faith elements are present in the story and are woven believably into the plot. This is a story sure to be enjoyed by the historical fiction reader!Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
    • 5/5
      I so enjoyed this wonderful book. This was very hard for me to put down. I loved all the music and the math in the story. I sometimes wish I had that kind of mind., though I would like to be able to speed read myself. I loved reading about this time period during the beginning of WWl. I wonder which member of the family will have the next story in this series. I received a copy of this book from Celebratelit for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
    • 5/5
      “A Song Unheard” by Roseanna White is a masterpiece! This book is the second book in the “Shadows over England” series, but it can be read as a standalone. Ms. White’s writing is lyrical. She crafts her own song through storytelling. This story is filled to the brim with so much to love! There is danger, mystery, spies and romance. There is also a lot of faith content. And one must not forget the music! Ms. White obviously knows a lot about music and the violin. The music lover in me loved reading about the characters—their passion for music and how they experience it. The characters are so well written in this book! They are real and very relatable. I love Willa’s (our heroine) stubbornness, even though it is sometimes to her detriment. Willa thinks she’s never enough, making it hard for her to accept God’s love. Our hero, Lukas, goes through a faith journey. He begins as a ladies’ man, but later starts to pray and talk to God. Ms. White has her characters grapple with hard questions of faith, the existence of God, war, and whether it’s okay to lie for a greater cause.“A Song Unheard” is akin to a beautiful symphony. I love the overall message of using the gifts God has given us and not hiding them from the world. Ms. White hits all the right notes with this one!Content: This is a clean read, besides a couple of minor things. Some examples are: talk of a man possibly getting a girl in a compromising position, a character thinks of “choice words,” a character mutters a “near-curse” and a curse which isn’t written.Rating: I give this book 5 stars!Genre: Christian Historical Fiction; RomanceI want to thank Roseanna White, Bethany House Publishers, Celebrate Lit and NetGalley for the complimentary copy of this book for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I express in this review are my own. This is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR 16, Part 255.
    • 5/5
      Roseanna's books continue to completely blow my mind! Filled with so much heart-wrenching, heart-stopping, heart-melting events that it literally takes DAYS to recover. My poor heart can't handle any more at the moment. That being said...YOU NEED TO READ THIS SERIES!!! (Start with Book One, A Name Unknown) Set during the beginning of World War I we see a different side of the war than what we may be used to. The Belgium Orchestra Relief Fund...Based in Wales. So.Much.Music! I LOVE it!!! One of the aspects of this story that struck me in the heart, is the fact that God KNOWS us. And He will speak to us in a unique and individual way that will grip our heart and MEAN SOMETHING to us. For me personally, God uses books, songs, art, and dance...pretty much anything in the 'arts'...to speak life and truth into my life. For Willa...well...you will have to wait and see.Lukas and Willa create the perfect romantic tension and reminds us that no one is beyond saving. I absolutely adore Margot (Lukas's sister) and am so glad that we also get to see this story from her perspective in Brussels. Her brilliant mind and unique gift for "puzzles" adds a whole different layer to the story. It just goes to show, that when God has given us a gift, there are numerous ways that we can use it to help others and glorify Him.If you love romance, mystery, history, and have a soft spot for music...You will fall in love with Lukas, Margot, and Willa and her "family" in a heartbeat. I received a complimentary copy of A Song Unheard from the publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
    • 5/5
      My first thoughts as I read the book was that it was a clever cloak and dagger story. I found Lukas and Willa to be fascinating but each hiding things . At some point I kept thinking that Lukas would get wise to Willa and discover why she was really so intrigued with him. After all she was sent to complete a mission, not have feelings for the guy. The story is set during a period that I really enjoy reading about. World War I has always been an intriguing topic to read about and the author does a superb job of transporting readers back in time. I could feel myself walking alongside Willa as she traveled the streets. The talk of war was on everyone’s minds as they swiftly went about their day. The most amazing part of the story for me was reading about the beautiful sounds made by the violins. I have always thought violins were beautiful and delicate. As the bow glides across the strings you can hear the music come to life. What a stroke of luck for Willa to be take lessons by the enchanting Lukas. They really make a great couple but will their attraction sway Willa from doing what she was sent to do? Willa does have an attitude that would turn off most men, but Lukas is different. Perhaps he likes a challenge, or the idea that he doesn’t like to be rejected by a female is more than he can handle. Their banter is quite enchanting and brings the story times of laughter during their time together.The story rises to a loud crescendo as the action heats up. Will Lukas find out that Willa is a mere pickpocket or as some call her a thief? What has she come for that puts many in danger? The many people involved in the mystery is contagious as each one contributes a layer of utter anxiousness. This is one story that keeps going until lies are exposed and a song is played to render forgiveness in the hearts of Willa and Lukas. It is such a well written story that oozes with deception, intrigue, spies and an ending worthy of a standing ovation. I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
    • 4/5
      A Song Unheard by Roseanna M. White is the second book in Shadows Over England series. Willa Forsythe is a thief in London in 1914. Her skills are an asset to the government. Her latest assignment is to obtain a cypher key from Lukas De Wilde, a Belgian immigrant and violinist. Lukas is currently with other Belgian refugees making up the Belgian Symphony Orchestra which is raising money for the Belgium Relief Fund. Lukas is worried about his mother and sister who are still in Belgium. Lukas was shot when he escaped because the German’s want details on his father’s work in the field of cryptography. It is rumored that his father had a device that would revolutionize the field. He needs to get them out of Belgium before they are captured. Lukas is intrigued by Willa and her natural ability with the violin. Willa is attracted to Lukas, but she knows she must betray his trust. Then Willa notices someone following Lukas. She must find that key, but what will it cost her? A Song Unheard has great characters that are well developed. The book contains good writing, but the pace is slow in the first half. A Song Unheard can be read alone. You do not need to read A Name Unknown (which tells Rosemary’s story). The author captured the time-period and area (Wales, London, Belgium). Cryptography is fascinating, and many new developments were made during World War II. Ms. White described cyphers and how they created/used in terms that a layman can understand (and did not make it boring). I did have trouble getting into the novel. The first half of the book could have used some fine tuning. The pace, flow and action pick up during the second half. It held my attention, and I was curious to discover what would happen next. The POV switched between Willa, Lukas and Margot (Lukas’ sister). We get to see how each character feels and what they are thinking. I liked the spunky and intelligent Margot. The Christian elements are incorporated nicely into the story (finding God, being a good Christian, having faith, trusting God). Readers of historical fiction will be delighted with Willa’s story in A Song Unheard.