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Book details
  • Genre:FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
  • SubGenre:Death, Grief, Bereavement
  • Language:English
  • Pages:154
  • eBook ISBN:9798350956931
  • Paperback ISBN:9798350952766

Somewhere in Germany

by Mark W. LaPointe

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Overview
"Somewhere in Germany" is the story of a soldier's ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War and the resulting new reality for his wife and daughter in the aftermath of his loss.
Description
"Somewhere in Germany" is the story of a soldier's ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War and the resulting new reality for his wife and daughter in the aftermath of his loss. It chronicles their struggles and culminates thirty-five years later with the discovery of his letters written home to them during his service. While reading those letters together during the final week of her mother's life, a daughter finally gets to know her father for the first time and come to terms with his loss.
About the author
Mark LaPointe is a singer-songwriter, artist and World War II living historian. He was born and raised in Amesbury, Massachusetts. As a songwriter, he has performed throughout the United States and internationally, including the Netherlands where his grandfather is laid to rest. He currently resides in Exeter, NH with his better half, Christine, and their cat, Ollie.