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Sara Ackerman

Born and raised in Hawaii, Sara Ackerman is the author of Island of Sweet Pies and Soldiers. When she's not writing or practicing acupuncture, you'll find her in the mountains or in the ocean, which is where most of her inspiration happens.

Genres: Historical

New and upcoming books

February 2024

The Uncharted Flight of Olivia West

November 2024

The Maui Effect

Series

Westby Sisters
   1. Little White Lies (2016)
   2. Silence Is Golden (2017)
   3. Silver-Tongued Temptress (2018)

Novels

   Island of Sweet Pies and Soldiers (2018)
   The Lieutenant's Nurse (2019)
   Red Sky Over Hawaii (2020)
   Radar Girls (2021)
   The Codebreaker's Secret (2022)
   The Uncharted Flight of Olivia West (2024)
   The Maui Effect (2024)

Sara Ackerman recommends

The Lost Book of Bonn (2024)
Brianna Labuskes
"Masterfully woven and intricately rendered, The Lost Book of Bonn is a poignant tale of courage and sacrifice in the face of great evil. Brianna Labuskes gives us a fascinating glimpse into the Edelweiss Pirates and those in Germany who were brave enough to take a stand against the Nazis. Both enlightening and heartrending, this book is impossible to put down!"

The Woman with a Purple Heart (2023)
Diane Hanks
"A wonderful tribute to a true American hero. Equal parts touching and heartbreaking, The Woman with a Purple Heart paints a vivid picture of what it was like at ground zero in the attack on Pearl Harbor. Historical fiction lovers, put this on your list!"

Hula (2023)
Jasmin 'Iolani Hakes
"Raw, real and richly layered, Hula is a love letter to Hawai'i, most especially Keaukaha. The words in this novel hit like a hurricane - powerful and intense and imbued with every nuance of island life, from hanabata days to the final paddle out. Brilliantly written and expertly structured, the story of the Naupaka women, and the bitter struggles of the native Hawaiian people, will stay with you long after you've turned the last page. Jasmin 'Iolani Hakes has penned a new classic in Hawaiian literature. I could not put this book down. Maika'i."

Daughters of Victory (2023)
Gabriella Saab
"Just wow! I was speechless when I finished reading this book. Raw and powerful in its humanity, The Last Checkmate will break your heart and stitch it back together again. Gabriella Saab has given us a rare and wondrous gift. A must-read for all historical fiction lovers."

A Child for the Reich (2022)
Andie Newton
"Pulls you in on page one and never lets go! A chilling look at a Nazi program most of us have never even heard of... Historical fans will love this one!"

The War Librarian (2022)
Addison Armstrong
"The War Librarian is an empowering tale of sisterhood and sacrifice, reminding us of the importance of standing up for what is right in the world--even in the face of war and great peril. Timely and enlightening!"

Angels of the Pacific (2022)
Elise Hooper
"Told in vivid detail and with tremendous heart, Angels of the Pacific is a deeply moving WWII novel that will have you up all night turning the pages. Hooper masterfully brings this little known story of the heroic nurses in the Philippines to life, weaving together fascinating history, an intricate plot, and characters that you will be rooting for the whole way. A must read!"

Glamour Girls (2021)
Marty Wingate
"Glamour Girls will take you on a fascinating journey into the lives of female pilots in WWII Britain. Blending female friendship with romance and loss, this is vivid and heartfelt read!"

Rescue You (2020)
(Dogwood County, book 1)
Elysia Whisler
"Smart, sexy, and full of heart, Rescue You is one of those warm and fuzzy books you want to stay up reading all night. Elysia Whisler has crafted an unforgettable story of loss and love and the power of finding your own strength. If you love dogs and a great, slow burn romance, this one is for you!"

The Flight Girls (2019)
Noelle Salazar
"The Flight Girls captivated me from the first page and never let go. Salazar's writing is lively and fresh, as we ride shotgun with a cast of memorable characters, an epic love story, and a powerful tale of courage and sacrifice by the Women Airforce Service Pilots during WWII. A spectacular first novel."

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