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The Daughters of Mars

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The Daughters of Mars

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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The Daughters of Mars

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

513

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia And Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2012

Publisher

Atria Books

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

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The Daughters of Mars by Thomas Keneally is lauded for its rich historical detail and evocative portrayal of World War I through the eyes of two Australian sisters serving as nurses. The novel excels in character development and emotional depth. However, some critics find its pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally meandering. Overall, it is a compelling and immersive read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Daughters of Mars?

Readers who enjoy The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman will appreciate The Daughters of Mars. This novel appeals to those interested in historical fiction centered on World War I, with strong female protagonists, and themes of resilience and sacrifice.

Book Details
Pages

513

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Australia And Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2012

Publisher

Atria Books

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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