Waiting in the Crescent City: Désirée’s Story – Part Two

Part Two of Désirée’s Story “When I had to choose, I thought about everything: what I was giving up and what I had already lost. I knew it all happened for one reason… that Bill and I are supposed to be part of each other’s lives.” Désirée—June 1945 . In late May 1945, Major Bill Marchand embarks on a personal mission to protect thirteen-year-old Désirée, targeted by the French government for alleged crimes of collaboration and treason. In a secret military operation, Bill illegally brings Désirée to the US, leaving her with his mother in New Orleans before returning to Europe. Bill’s departure leaves Désirée feeling abandoned and vulnerable in an unfamiliar country. Initially, America seemed like a land of opportunity, but a disturbing reality soon replaced her idyllic vision. Echoes of the Nazi culture she had escaped reverberated throughout New Orleans society, where bigotry and hatred were as common as the humid air. Despite the challenges, Désirée is determined to adapt to her new life without sacrificing her values. She carefully guards her past from all new friendships, weaving a tapestry of lies to ensure the safety of Bill, his family, and herself, and she must wait for Bill’s promised return. Bill’s return from the Army throws the family into disarray, as his past and Désirée’s new life collide, forcing Mama Bea to step in to safeguard them both. Ultimately, Bill must choose what is best for young Désirée.
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Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Riesau-Moreno, D.
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Book has little sign of wear or use