The Alice Network
By Kate Quinn
- Release Date: 2017-06-06
- Genre: Historical Fiction
Description
Featuring an exclusive excerpt from Kate Quinn's next incredible historical novel, THE HUNTRESS
NEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY BESTSELLER
#1 GLOBE AND MAIL HISTORICAL FICTION BESTSELLER
One of NPR's Best Books of the Year!
One of Bookbub's Biggest Historical Fiction Books of the Year!
Reese Witherspoon Book Club Summer Reading Pick!
The Girly Book Club Book of the Year!
A Summer Book Pick from Good Housekeeping, Parade, Library Journal, Goodreads, Liz and Lisa, and BookBub
In an enthralling new historical fiction novel from national bestselling author Kate Quinn, two women—a female spy recruited to the real-life Alice Network in France during World War I and an unconventional American socialite searching for her cousin in 1947—are brought together in a mesmerizing story of courage and redemption.
1947. In the chaotic aftermath of World War II, American college girl Charlie St. Clair is pregnant, unmarried, and on the verge of being thrown out of her very proper family. She’s also nursing a desperate hope that her beloved cousin Rose, who disappeared in Nazi-occupied France during the war, might still be alive. So when Charlie’s parents banish her to Europe to have her "little problem" taken care of, Charlie breaks free and heads to London, determined to find out what happened to the cousin she loves like a sister.
1915. A year into the Great War, Eve Gardiner burns to join the fight against the Germans and unexpectedly gets her chance when she’s recruited to work as a female spy. Sent into enemy-occupied France, she’s trained by the mesmerizing Lili, the "Queen of Spies", who manages a vast network of secret agents right under the enemy’s nose.
Thirty years later, haunted by the betrayal that ultimately tore apart the Alice Network, Eve spends her days drunk and secluded in her crumbling London house. Until a young American barges in uttering a name Eve hasn’t heard in decades, launching them both on a mission that weaves together a dual timeline to find the truth...no matter where it leads.
“Both funny and heartbreaking, this epic journey of two courageous women is an unforgettable tale of little-known wartime glory and sacrifice. Quinn knocks it out of the park with this spectacular book!”—Stephanie Dray, New York Times bestselling author of America's First Daughter
Reviews
Interesting story
5By Beetle Bug ReaderNice story, a little drawn out.Great read
5By spitfire_tboneVery well read, I look forward to reading more from Kate Quinn.Perfect
4By STompkins66Great historical read.Wow
5By Not So Good..yuckjust excellent!Amateur
1By tputpbolI quit reading a quarter of the way in when the author used the word "ghosted" in a WWI story. That is a recent term that never would have been used back then, plus little abbreviations here and there that are all the rage in 2025. I felt like I'd abruptly had a door slammed in my face in the jolt back to modern day, something very unwanted when I sit down to read a WWI story. I thought the Reese's Book Club award was a reassurance of a well-written book; not so for me.Wow!
5By nicp14A powerful story based on real people and events. You’ll be cheering for these women the whole time and feel their pain and successes as your own. The ending had me in tears. Beautifully written book.Alice Network
4By YayaNetskiThis book started a bit slow I was not drawn to reading it every day/night until midway. The fascinating story came together with Eve as she recalled her life as a spy for England in WWI . Charlie (Charlotte) the young protagonist began to “evolve” and became a much stronger character at that time also. Finn was the much needed stability for these two strong willed independent ladies. Lili was inspirational and based on an actual person. Rene supplied the human example of the treacherous aspect of war. It was well written and well worth reading .A true page turner!
5By Carden05Beautifully written! I did not want it to end!Another great story
5By ElliotPepperThis is the 6th book I’ve read by this author. She never disappoints. Weaving historical and fictional characters together makes compelling reading.The Alice Network
5By jejejwkejrbvyvehwSo loved this historical fiction novel! With each turn of the page I got to know Eve, Finn, and Charlotte better and rooted and cheered for inner and outer peace for them. And yes, it happened!Excellent!
5By TLD2024The characters were realistic, the plot was intriguing, and the history was heartbreaking as it was so realistic. I loved it and would highly recommend it.Beautiful Story
5By Sariberry44Intricately woven story between past and present. Well told with extremely likable characters.Well done!
5By loveGodsworfExcellent story. Interesting plot. Well developed characters. I highly recommend this book.The Alice Network
5By kerry&$241Excellent, just excellent!! A colorful chunk of history made interesting. Well done!!Excellent Book
5By pumpkin leleWell written. Keeps your attention completely and portrays a the world of WWI spies with detail and realism. Loved this book and will remember it for years.Enticingly read!
5By Nopesorry-1One of the best books I have read in some time. Quinn keeps readers captivated and her character development is intricate and feels as though I’m in the scenes with them. The connection to not one but two world wars makes this read humbling as well. Looking forward to reading again and again in coming years!Fabulous
5By QuratedI am by no means a voracious reader but I became one while reading this book. Such a fabulous read that I couldn’t put down.Schreckliches Ende
3By onyatttThe book's enchanting narrative took a regrettable turn in its final chapters, as the resolution of characters' lives unfolded with an unexpected shift toward clichéd romance, eroding the essence of its compelling historical fiction. The abrupt descent into predictability nearly derailed my engagement, leaving a lingering sense of disappointment. While 'The Rose Code' had been a triumph, the allure for further exploration of the author's works waned in the wake of this unfortunate conclusion. A lamentable divergence from the anticipated brilliance.Great book!
5By booklovedIt started out a little on the slow side but soon became a page turner. Definitely worth the read.
