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The Last Sketch: A World War II Novel Set in Warsaw and Montauk Paperback – August 29, 2021

by Gosia Nealon (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 998 ratings
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They both hold tight to a terrible secret. When they cross paths in war-torn Europe, will their destinies lead to ruin… or victory over evil?

Poland, 1944. Wanda Odwaga will never stop resisting. As the Nazis occupy her beloved homeland, the twenty-three-year-old artist vows to do whatever it takes to help the underground movement mobilize against Hitler’s forces. But she’s devastated when the Gestapo storms her house in search of rebel leaders, killing her heroic father and leaving the face of his murderer forever etched in her mind.

New York. Finn Keller longs to balance the scales. Having escaped Germany with his mother as a teen, he’s disgusted his estranged twin brother has become a ruthless Nazi henchman with a vicious reputation. So when a covert government agency approaches him with a dangerous undercover mission, Finn willingly risks his life to play his part in turning the tide of war.

Still grieving her unforgivable loss, Wanda’s thirst for revenge takes an unexpected leap forward when she once again encounters her father’s killer. And as Finn dives deeply into the role of impersonating his cold-hearted sibling, he’s captivated by the beautiful Polish woman frozen in front of him… her eyes blazing with the promise of murder.

Can these two players in a deadly game survive the ravages of a sadistic conflict?

The Last Sketch is a breathtaking World War II historical fiction novel. If you like engaging characters, exhilarating espionage, and a dash of enemy-to-lovers romance, then you’ll enjoy Gosia Nealon’s powerful drama.

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    August 29, 2021
  4. Dimensions
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    1644563517
  6. ISBN-13
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"One of the best new Historical Fiction books" - BookAuthority

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Indies United Publishing House, LLC (August 29, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1644563517
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1644563519
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.68 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 998 ratings

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Gosia Nealon

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Gold Medal winner in the 2022 Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY) for Europe-Best Regional Fiction.

Award winner in the Genre Short Story category in the 89th Annual Writer’s Digest Writing Competition.

Gosia's debut novel, The Last Sketch, was named one of the best New Historical Fiction books by BookAuthority.

Books by Gosia:

"Her Secret Resistance" aka "The Polish Girl" aka "The Last Sketch"

"The Resistance Wife" aka "The Polish Wife"

"Daughter of the Resistance" aka "The Polish Daughter"

While Gosia Nealon is a proud New Yorker, she was born and raised in Poland. Her journey to the Big Apple revealed a wealth of cultural differences, but also the values that connect us all. Like the fierce desire to protect family, find love, and ultimately, discover who we are and why we’re here.

Gosia’s award-winning short stories have always delved into life’s biggest questions, but it was the drama, sacrifice, and tragedy of WWII that led her to pen her debut novel.

Growing up in Poland, Gosia heard many firsthand accounts of the war, told from a perspective rarely captured in mainstream literature. She was compelled to breathe life into Wanda and Finn, two young people falling in love in the midst of the most terrifying conflict of our time.

When Gosia isn’t tapping away at her laptop, she’s often walking the streets of New York. With her husband and three young sons in tow, they search for the most succulent pierogi, transporting them back to the cobbled streets of her childhood.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
998 global ratings
A truly heartfelt read!
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A truly heartfelt read!
A truly heartfelt read!Absolutely Spectacular!!!Gosia Nealon weaves a thoroughly addicting and enticing read. A devastating, yet beautiful story that takes place during WWII. Once I started, I could not stop. There is so much emotion and so much action, you won’t be able to put this one down.The Last Sketch grabbed my heart and it didn’t let go. I grew such an attachment to these characters, I couldn’t get enough.This is an absolute MUST READ!
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Hannah Flowers
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023
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Excellent book. Well written. Great condition.
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Reader Lady
4.0 out of 5 stars My Musings
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
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A startlingly believe able novel set in Poland during WWII with compelling characters and a daring plot. I am so glad I discovered this book on a FB ad. Happy reading!
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Christina16
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written story
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2022
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I loved this book. I read it in a day, I just couldn’t put it down. The beautiful love between Wanda and Finn amongst the tragedy, and the suspenseful and riveting story kept me engrossed. The sacrifices some of the characters made were heartbreaking. I find myself revisiting the story and thinking about it. It truly touched my heart. I cannot wait to read other books by this author.
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jenny valentine
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful historical romance
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2022
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Really liked this book !
Good characters, background, setting, authenticity and a bit of suspence.
Slightly predictable, but only in good way.
Very enjoyable, and appreciated the injection of faith, as minimal as it was.
Well written and definitely recommend.
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wanderingparakeet
3.0 out of 5 stars I really wanted to love this book
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2021
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The premise was great...a spy takes over for his evil Nazi twin in ww2 Warsaw....how bad could it be!?! The beginning set up was great bringing you into the town, people and time....you meet Wanda who meet both brothers in one day...then you meet Finn who has a back story which I would have like enhanced when it came to his previous missions if only to see how differently he led them. The problem that jolted me was when it came to Finns speech both as a German and when using endorsements he came from this time rather than the 40's and it was jarring to be thrown out of the time period...being a spy just seemed to be a plot to put him where the author needed him....more a live story than just using ww2 as a background....AGAIN I wanted to enjoy this and I will read the authors next book to see if improvements hsppen...maybe an editor can bring some reality of the time setting back into play....
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daisy
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Debut
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2022
Gosia Nealon
The Last Sketch: A World War II Novel Set in Warsaw and Montauk et in Warsaw and Montauk”

This this debut novel is amazing. It a well written story of war and it’s devastating affect, tragedy, a story of immeasurable loss, grief, fear, espionage and the everyday struggle of war. Our heroine Wanda is part of the Polish Resistance in WWII.

While this is a heart wrenching story it is also a story of endurance, survival and growth. The dialogue was on point and the plot was interesting and intriguing, pulling me into this fast paced story. I loved Jed the characters and my heart went out to them.

Thank you Ms. Nealon for this wonderful story. I look forward to reading more of your books in the future.
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Cici
5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyed this book
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2022
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What a great book. I was glued to this book and didn’t want to put it down. It was interesting, informative, sweet, scary and amazing. I truly enjoyed reading this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story line
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2022
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What a concept to have one twin good and one bad. Really couldn't put this one down.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Spelbound
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2021
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Excellent could not put the book can but falling asleep i had too.The imagination and complex triangle of the characters were excellent and kept me totally involved in the story.
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Ximena
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in Australia on May 21, 2022
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Enjoyed reading
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Sooz F
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced twisty story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2022
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All the more poignant in the current circumstances. The trials people experience in war time are unimaginable. Enjoyed this tale
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Jude
2.0 out of 5 stars Saccharine
Reviewed in Australia on October 2, 2021
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I was impressed at the beginning with some insight into the Polish resistance but the novel degenerated into soppy romance and melodrama.
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Candia Morgan
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2022
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Good book
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