Brunswick

 

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The Brunswick by Callie Murray, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Brunswick 

Author: Callie Murray 

Publisher: Revell 

Release Date: May 19, 2026 

Genre: Christian Historical Romance 

When Cora provides a safe haven for Jewish refugee children, she discovers that opening her doors means risking everything, including her heart.

In 1939 Georgia, far removed from the war brewing overseas, Cora Cain's world feels small--and shrinking. There, she runs The Brunswick, her family's once-grand hotel, which is now struggling as the town's general store. When Thomas Watkins arrives seeking work and solace after his mother's death, a connection sparks between them. Through Thomas, Cora glimpses a life beyond obligation and her war hero father's unpredictable moods.

But everything changes when Cora is asked to turn The Brunswick into a sanctuary for Jewish children fleeing persecution in Germany. As Cora and Thomas prepare for the children's arrival, they struggle to confront their pasts--and the prejudice of their neighbors--as their fragile hope is put to the test. Meanwhile, in Vienna, ten-year-old Charlotte is offered refuge in America. But even with the horrors she sees around her, she wonders how her parents could possibly send her away. As war's shadow begins to reach small-town Georgia, each person must face what love demands and decide what to hold on to and what to let go. 

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My Thoughts

This is such a sweet and hope filled historical fiction. I enjoy WWII fiction. I tend to pick up a lot of foster children, and saving children from traumatic situations.  Thinking about what families had to sacrifice during this time, literally, breaks my heart.  This book highlights the happy endings. While all characters do experience loss and hardship, the plot focuses on hope and triumph.  The character building and relationship building scenes are the kind that bring a smile to your face- either sweet and touching or funny and cute. I think the end wraps things up a little too quickly and cleanly, but you will be satisfied and pleased with the found family and answered prayers.  I would absolutely recommend this book as a HEA historical fiction that may open your eyes to different experiences during that horrific time in history. 

I did recieve a free copy of this title for my enjoyment. All thoughts above are my honest opinions. 

About the Author

Callie Murray is an entrepreneur who has been featured on The Today Show and in The New York Times. Her debut Southern fiction book delves into the lesser-known historical details preceding World War II. Callie and her husband live in Norcross, Georgia, with their seven children, four of whom came through the honor of foster care.

Connect with Callie by visiting calliemurray.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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