Hearts Beneath the Broken Sky

A Novel Of Love, Resistance, and Sacrifice in WWII

On a continent ravaged by war, a British diplomat and a French secretary find fragile refuge in each other’s arms. But as betrayal, duty, and history converge, even love must fight to survive.

Discover a love story that defies the darkest times.

About The Book

Spring 1939. As Europe descends into chaos, a few young adults refuse to give up fighting and loving. In Paris, Jeanne Adler, an intelligent and beautiful secretary at the French Foreign Office, crosses paths with Oliver, a charismatic British diplomatic agent. Their connection flickers like candlelight threatened by the impending Nazi hurricane.

As Hitler’s armies sweep across Europe, Jeanne and Oliver are thrust into a world of occupation, betrayal, and agonizing separation.

Across the English Channel, RAF Squadron Leader Henry Jones fights for freedom, his life on the line. Each mission in the skies pushes him closer to the edge of loyalty and exposes his desperate struggle to save his  soul.

On the other side of the front, Carl Bauer is a conflicted German officer grappling with his conscience, and Karin is a courageous German nurse who risks everything to protect her love amidst the destruction. From the timeless streets of Paris, through the battered skies of London, and into the dangerous nights of Berlin, Hearts Beneath the Broken Sky is an unforgettable story of sacrifice, resilience, and hope.

Discover the thrilling beginning of the Broken Sky Saga, where fighting for love becomes the most daring rebellion of all

Few Words About Author

Who is James?

James has always been a dynamic professional, successful as a CEO and recognized for his leadership. With his debut novel, he now seeks to offer his distinctive voice in the genre, having cultivated a deep passion for writing throughout his career.

James has drawn inspiration from a diverse range of authors. He appreciates the complex plots of Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the engaging narratives of Dan Brown and Nora Roberts, and the wisdom of Jack Welch, Stephen Covey, and Tom Peters.

While “Hearts Beneath the Broken Sky” is his first novel, James is no literary novice. He’s already authored successful books in other genres, which have gained a wide audience and sold over 60,000 copies. This recent work represents a major milestone in his journey as an author.

James embodies a commitment to continuous growth, passionately building an upward literary trajectory. Above all, the characters he writes with the most affection are those of a husband, father of two daughters, and grandfather to a beautiful boy. His family is truly his most complete and perfect work.

 
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Historical Storyline

Hitler’s Germany invaded Poland, claiming to be retaliating against a nonexistent Polish aggression. World War II began on September 3, 1939, with Great Britain and France declaring war on Germany, honoring their alliance with Poland. Following the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact with Germany, the Soviet Union invaded Poland from the east onSeptember 17.

The German invasion of the Low Countries and France, known as the Battle of France, happened from May 10 to June 25, 1940, during World War II. In just over six weeks, the German military forces took Paris, evicted the British Expeditionary Force from the continent, invaded Belgium and the Netherlands, and forced the French government to capitulate.

https://www.britannica.com/event/Battle-of-France-World-War-II

The Battle of Britain was highlighted by the British’s successful defense against continuous Luftwaffe air attacks from July to September 1940. If Britain were overwhelmed, it would have been vulnerable to an invasion by the German army, which controlled French ports across the English Channel. The Royal Air Force (RAF) Fighter Command won the battle, preventing an invasion and ensuring Britain’s survival.

https://www.raf.mod.uk/what-we-do/our-history/anniversaries/battle-of-britain/

Japan and the Imperial Japanese Navy took a huge risk at Pearl Harbor, secretly sending all six of their armed “aircraft carriers” across 3,000 miles of open sea to a few hundred miles north of Hawaii. Early Sunday morning, December 7, 1941,Japanese jets destroyed 19 U.S. warships, 300 aircraft, and killed approximately 2,400 American service members in 90 minutes. The battleship USS Arizona after a bomb in its forward magazine ignited more than a million pounds of ammunition, killing half its crew. Pearl Harbor preserves the ship’s ashes as a memorial to that terrible morning.

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July 23- 2025
Hearts Beneath the Broken Sky is a romance you feel in your bones: ambitious, beautiful, and soaked in the weight of history. If you adore character-driven narratives where love defies the storm of war, this is your next must-read. With vivid settings, morally complex characters, and a romance that’s as dangerous as it is tender — Hawkins delivers a novel that lingers long after “the end.”
August 19- 2025
Hearts Beneath the Broken Sky is one of those books that pulls you in from the very first page. Jeanne and Oliver’s story feels real and raw, set against the chaos of war-torn Paris. I loved how the author captured both the quiet, intimate moments and the sweeping dangers of the Resistance. The setting—Montmartre, the Seine, the shadow of the Sacré-Cœur—was painted so vividly I felt like I was walking those streets. What really struck me was the balance of love and sacrifice, how every choice carried weight. It’s emotional, tense, and deeply human. If you enjoy historical fiction that lingers with you long after, this one is worth picking up.

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