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In 1916, French artist Édouard Lefevre abandons his wife Sophie to serve on the front. When the town is occupied by the Germans, his portrait of Sophie captivates a local commander, forcing her to jeopardize her family and reputation to be reunited with her true love.
Nearly a hundred years later, Liv receives the same portrait from her young husband before his sudden death. The image, bearing the weight of a passion‑torn past, becomes a catalyst for Liv to confront her own loss and the delicate balance between memory and moving forward.
The novel follows two women across time, linked by a single painting, as they each fight to protect what they cherish most, regardless of the cost.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jojo Moyes
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