Official Review: Love and Sabotage by Martha Tolles

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Re: Official Review: Love and Sabotage by Martha Tolles

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This historical fiction sounds intriguing. Based on the review, I believe it would be an enjoyable book. Reading how the first working females endured through this difficult time, has piqued my interest. I am also interested in the struggles of the American people during WWII and what they did to survive. A mystery with thrills is a novel I would definitely like to read. Thank you for the great review.
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I lose my heart for the realistic person that Marty is. It makes me feel like this is a book to read if I truly treat sacred, women and humanity. Great review!
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Love and Sabotage seems like a very interesting historical fiction. Marty's struggles is the reality of countless women all over the world. Well done on your review. 🙂
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Wow...
I enjoy reading this review. Was intrigued by Marty as a character. Would really love to read the book.
Thanks for the review. Nice one.
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The theme of this book is relatable even in today's world as some women still struggle to gain acceptance from their boss at their place of work while trying to manage advances from them. The role of Marty really depicts the struggle that early women went through and I really admire her strength. Her character was really realistic. Great review!
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I like that the author stuck to historical facts and time periods that would greatly add to the plot of the book. I like that main character and her struggles to gain acceptance into a world that will not accept her no matter how hard she tries. I also like that it takes place during a time period that is not talked about much in history in as much detail as it should be. I am eager to read about more books by this author in the future.
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Thank you for the review. I would really like to read this book. I like historical war fiction when the protagonist is an empowered female. It's a unique perspective and is motivating. Awesome review!
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This book sounds perfect for fans of historical fiction set in the era of World War I. It's great that the character development is so well done. It sounds very entertaining. Thanks for the detailed review!
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Historical fiction is not necessarily my cup of tea, but the mystery angle certainly caught my attention. Captivating plot premise. Great review.
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It must have been difficult for women during that time. This sounds like a great book. Thanks for the nice review.
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The author focused on a unique perspective of wartime living. Marty had to face difficult situations with wisdom and skill. I liked your description of the different themes that come up in the story. Thanks for your captivating review!
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I don't like reading historical novels but I love the themes in this book. Apparently, this is an impressive book with suspense-loaded historical story that I find irresistible to read. I would love to read more about Marty and how she struggles to achieve her ambitions in a male dominated society. Thanks for the review.
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That was a thorough review. Historical fiction novels are often interesting especially when the writer has some special knowledge or experience that seems into it. The plot does sound realistic and down to ileavh perhaps something many women can relate to in some level. Thanks for the thorough review.
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This sounds like a very interesting book. I love reading about history and I am very concerned with women's issues. Thank you for the informative review.
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While it sounds interesting to read a story from a woman's perspective in such a male dominated field (at the time), but war stories aren't my favorite. I hope others enjoy it! Great review!
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