Lauren Willig is also the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Ashford Affair and That Summer as well as the Pink Carnation series, and is a RITA Award-winner for Best Regency Historical for The Mischief of the Mistletoe. An alumna of Yale University, she has a graduate degree in English history from Harvard and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. She lives in New York City, where she now writes full time.
With heart and humor, Willig explores the complexities of female friendships--feuds, forgiveness, and all. A touching portrait of triumph and found family in the midst of war. Bravo! --Stephanie Dray, New York Times Bestselling author of America's First Daughter & The Women of Chateau Lafayette An inspiring ode to the indomitable strength of women and the fierce, indelible bonds of female friendship, a tale of she-roes that will make you both laugh and cry. --Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author of The Queen's Fortune A compelling tale of love, resilience, expectations, bravery, and above all, the powerful, redemptive bonds of female friendship. --Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names Captivating! The ever-masterful Lauren Willig beautifully celebrates these singular women. --Marie Benedict, New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Mrs. Christie. A crackling portrayal of everyday American heroines...A triumph.--Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Lions of Fifth Avenue. Brimming with a cast of characters to love and root for, and based on actual events and the lives of truly brave women, BAND OF SISTERS is the perfect story for our troubled times. This is the historical novel you've been hungering for. --Susan Meissner, bestselling author of The Nature of Fragile Things An affecting and memorable tale of women and the way their friendships are tested by a changing world and the unforgiving crucible of conflict. Altogether it's an utterly entertaining and enlightening work of historical fiction. Brava! ----Jennifer Robson, bestselling author of The Gown Band of Sisters spotlights a fascinating group of young women who braved the strains of world war to help those caught in the crossfire and left direly in need. Through snappy dialogue and endearing characters, Willig delivers a heartwarming tale powered by sisterly support, forgiveness, and the strength found together--and within. --Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of Sold on a Monday Willig expertly uses historical detail in her seamless, well-plotted tale. This will entice readers from the very first page. --Publishers Weekly