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Puzzle Pieces of Sainte-Berthe

Under the shadow of a wartime sky, where cobblestone streets echo with secrets, young Elise Marceau faces a challenge that could alter the fate of Saint-Lys forever.

In October 1943, the tension in Saint-Lys is palpable. Sixteen-year-old courier Elise Marceau finds herself entangled in a web of deception when she uncovers a hidden refugee card inside a library book. Her quest to unravel the mystery of her friend Luc’s disappearance leads her on a perilous journey through the town’s darkest corners.

Elise’s path is paved with danger as she discovers altered records, stolen rations, and a respected official who manipulates wartime documents to erase the truth. Each wooden puzzle piece she finds is a clue in the enigmatic puzzle Luc left behind—a testament to the courage required to confront the truth, and the mercy needed for justice.

As Elise delves deeper, she must make difficult choices, balancing the fear of revenge and the pursuit of hope. Guided by the wise counsel of Sister Agnes, and bolstered by cautious alliances, Elise learns that even well-intentioned actions can have unforeseen consequences. The stakes are high as she navigates the fallout of her accusations, the isolation that follows, and the challenging road to redemption.

Can Elise piece together a future worth fighting for, or will the shadows of Saint-Lys consume her resolve?

Join Elise in "Puzzle Pieces of Saint-Lys," a gripping tale of courage, truth, and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity. Perfect for readers of young adult Christian fiction who appreciate stories of resilience and faith under pressure.

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About Leah Little

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Leah Little channels her inner war correspondent into crafting WW2 era cozy mysteries where justice is methodically served, one mystery at a time. Her interconnected series proves that even in a global conflict, the most satisfying mysteries are solved not with grand gestures but with patient detective work and strong community bonds. Writing with the crackling energy of someone who believes every wrong can be righted, Leah transforms the quest for truth into the coziest crusade you'll ever want to join. In gripping historical mysteries and atmospheric thrillers set in the shadows of the past, she takes readers along for a journey into modern history and ta bygone world. As a lifelong traveler with a passion for art, espionage, and forgotten history, she draws inspiration from the cities and cultures she’s explored across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Her stories weave richly researched settings with suspenseful plots, strong female leads, and the enduring mysteries left behind by war, politics, and time. When she’s not writing, Leah is reading old spy novels, wandering museum corridors, or planning her next research trip.

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