Teresa Messineo's writing champions social justice and the underdog, a passion that fuels her literary endeavors. Her novel, 'The Fire by Night,' is a testament to her combined love for medicine and storytelling. A lifelong learner who believes we learn from our mistakes, Messineo's prose is both powerful and deeply felt. Her distinct voice resonates with urgency and conviction.
Red Cross nurse Diana Bolsena is desperate to return to the frontline of the war efforts. However, she finds herself stranded in Tuscany. When a German officer arrives searching for secrets that could change the course of humanity, Diana realizes she could do more good here than on the frontline... if she can get to the secrets first.
A powerful and gorgeously written debut about two military nurses working on the front lines of WWII. THE FIRE BY NIGHT shines a light on the American women who were as brave as any band of brothers, but whose heroic roles in World War II have mostly been left unsung. Perfect for fans of Sara Gruen, THE NIGHTINGALE and ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE, as well as military history buffs.