We Shall Pass

A gripping novel set during the Spanish Civil War, following two men and a woman whose lives intersect in the fight for freedom and love.

A story of courage, defiance and the power of love amidst the horrors of war — inspired by the real volunteers of the International Brigade.

About the Ebook

1936. Spain erupts in civil war. The Republic forms an International Brigade and calls for volunteers to combat a Nationalist uprising led by General Franco. After his best friend Jimmy is killed by a police baton on a hunger march to London, Glaswegian Robbie Gillan has a fist fight with the mortician. The police are called and sympathetic nurse Alice Sheridan gives Robbie £5 when he tells her he wants to join the battle in Spain. Alice's twin brother Simon argues with his father over Spain and leaves on the night ferry for Paris where the volunteers are gathering. In a knife fight with Franco loyalists, Robbie Gillan saves Simon's life and the two men, opposites in class and temperament, cross France and climb the Pyrenees to Spain. Alice, drawn by emotions that are not entirely clear to her, soon follows with the Red Cross. The battle cry of the Spanish Republic was No pasarán. Pasaremos. They shall not pass. We Shall Pass – the defining spirit of this gripping novel that takes us into the heart of war and reveals the enduring power of love, hope and defiance as Robbie and Alice must overcome every obstacle to be together.

Why You'll Love This Ebook

• A gripping wartime narrative set during a pivotal moment in European history.
• Complex characters from different social backgrounds whose lives collide in extraordinary circumstances.
• Themes of love, loyalty and courage woven through a compelling historical backdrop.
• Ideal for readers of historical fiction who enjoy character-driven stories with real historical events.

About the Author

Clifford Thurlow is a renowned ghostwriter and author with a diverse portfolio spanning novels, short stories, travelogues and film scripts. Starting as a cub reporter in Kent, he later became the editor of The Athens News in Greece, covering pivotal events. His illustrious career includes collaborations with notable figures and best-selling works including Runaway, Typhoon, Today I'm Alice, and Sex, Surrealism, Dalí and Me.

Publication Details

Publisher: Luath Press

Publication Date: 1 May 2025

Print Length: 304 pages

ISBN (Ebook): 9781804252468

Format: Ebook

Language: English

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