The Alice Network by Kate Quinn

Louise de Bettignies is not a name that was familial to me nor was the network of female espionage agents she controlled during WWI in Lille, France and Belgium.  The Alice Network as this group was called, supplied British intelligence with valuable information on the German operations in northern France with such speed and accuracy it make a huge impression on the British and the Germans (who worked tirelessly to catch the spies and arrest them.)  Kate Quinn interwove this historical figure with other real life heroes and her fictional characters to create a fascinating and informative novel called The Alice Network.  Quinn's story centers around three people who have been damaged both physically and mentally by war.  Their journey to find answers and revenge is filled with suspense and clandestine adventures.  The bond that the three form is heartwarming and draws readers to these characters willing them to succeed and to find peace and happiness. This is a great read for those who love historical fiction and for those who love stories that tug at your heart.