Official Review: Code Name Lily by Julien Ayotte

Falconcrest · Post by **Falconcrest** » 20 Oct 2019, 19:33

This is a book from the historical fiction genre, a true story about the unsung heroes of WWII. A son in his seventies learns that his late father had served in the war. An inspiring account of what transpired many years ago during WWII. A wonderful piece of history brought to life by the author and shared with us. Kudos to the author. Thanks for an outstanding and detailed review.

LDawyer123 · Post by **LDawyer123** » 20 Oct 2019, 19:40

I don't have a love for World War II novels, but I to have a love for historical fiction. I especially enjoy characters like Lily who put their lives on the line for something they believe in. Things to your wonderfully written review you look peaked my interest and I may read it.

Nora Roberts · Post by **ccundall2130** » 20 Oct 2019, 19:54

I love historical fiction and this book sounds like it will be amazing. I’m sure there are untold stories of help received by Allied soldiers to evade imprisonment in occupied countries. Even if this book wasn’t a work of fiction, I don’t doubt it could have some truth to it. Definitely one I’ll read.

Scarlet Nicoll · Post by **Scarlet Nicoll** » 20 Oct 2019, 19:56

I have a deep fascination for true stories. Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to an enthralling reading !

lavellan · Post by **lavellan** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:00

Thanks for your review! It must have been quite a discovery for him to find out his father was a B-17 bomber pilot. I'm curious to find out how Lily was able to help the fallen Allied soldiers and aid in their escape from Belgium. The repetition and shifting timeline would have also bothered me.

Kelyn · Post by **Kelyn** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:05

This sounds like a unique take on WWII using an airman's diary to launch the story from was brilliant. I'm not much on war novels or historical fiction, but I'm sure that those who like the genre will enjoy it greatly. Thanks for the review!

LV2R · Post by **LV2R** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:15

The book describes how a woman, Lily, helped hundreds of downed airmen over Belgium during WWII to escape the Nazis. This story brings to light what many Belgians did to rebel against the German occupation to help their allies. You wrote a very good review.

ShiRah185 · Post by **ShiRah185** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:28

Re: Official Review: Code Name Lily by Julien Ayotte
by: ShiRah185

I love historical fiction but I'm a sucker for romance. I would go for Lily falling in love with one of the soldiers. Great review.

Wyland · Post by **Wyland** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:39

I will be happy to read this novel that discusses some aspects of WW2. I especially admired the woman code-named Lily as she sought to save as many Belgian soldiers as possible from capture by the Germans. Nice review.

Chrystal Oaks · Post by **Chrystal Oaks** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:43

Rescuing American and Canadian airmen who were shot down out of the sky on Belgium ground is a historical fiction book I'm looking forward to reading. It seems as though little details like these have been lost and need to be brought to light. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this review, thanks!

Karina Nowak · Post by **Karina Nowak** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:50

Thank you for the insightful review. Always interesting to hear more about history through modern-day literature.

Juliana_Isabella · Post by **Juliana_Isabella** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:54

I like that this book focuses on a part of history that I didn't even know existed before reading it. Great review!

navyapindi · Post by **navyapindi** » 20 Oct 2019, 20:55

This seems to be a well-written historical fiction. Since I am not a fan of war stories, I may skip this. But, it can be a good recommendation to those who love them. Congrats on BOTD!

rachelf_1974 · Post by **rachelf_1974** » 20 Oct 2019, 21:03

Sounds like a good choice, making this a botd.
The review was detailed enough to intrigue readers. Having read a sample, I also noticed a bit of repetition, but I didn't really mind, either.

Aditi Sapate · Post by **Aditi Sapate** » 20 Oct 2019, 21:18

Personally, I've always preferred reading non-fiction books about history. But your review of this book really makes me want to give this book a try. Good job!