--- product_id: 329277974 title: "Band of Sisters: A Novel" brand: "lauren willig, julia whelan, william morrow" price: "₱219" currency: PHP in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/329277974-band-of-sisters-a-novel store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Band of Sisters: A Novel **Brand:** lauren willig, julia whelan, william morrow **Price:** ₱219 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Band of Sisters: A Novel by lauren willig, julia whelan, william morrow - **How much does it cost?** ₱219 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/329277974-band-of-sisters-a-novel) ## Best For - lauren willig, julia whelan, william morrow enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted lauren willig, julia whelan, william morrow brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description “With heart and humor, Willig explores the complexities of female friendships—feuds, forgiveness, and all. A touching portrait of triumph and found family in the midst of war. Bravo! ” — Stephanie Dray, New York Times Bestselling author of America's First Daughter & The Women of Chateau Lafayette A group of young women from Smith College risk their lives in France at the height of World War I in this sweeping novel based on a true story—a skillful blend of Call the Midwife and The Alice Network —from New York Times bestselling author Lauren Willig. A scholarship girl from Brooklyn, Kate Moran thought she found a place among Smith’s Mayflower descendants, only to have her illusions dashed the summer after graduation. When charismatic alumna Betsy Rutherford delivers a rousing speech at the Smith College Club in April of 1917, looking for volunteers to help French civilians decimated by the German war machine, Kate is too busy earning her living to even think of taking up the call. But when her former best friend Emmeline Van Alden reaches out and begs her to take the place of a girl who had to drop out, Kate reluctantly agrees to join the new Smith College Relief Unit. Four months later, Kate and seventeen other Smithies, including two trailblazing female doctors, set sail for France. The volunteers are armed with money, supplies, and good intentions—all of which immediately go astray. The chateau that was to be their headquarters is a half-burnt ruin. The villagers they meet are in desperate straits: women and children huddling in damp cellars, their crops destroyed and their wells poisoned. Despite constant shelling from the Germans, French bureaucracy, and the threat of being ousted by the British army, the Smith volunteers bring welcome aid—and hope—to the region. But can they survive their own differences? As they cope with the hardships and terrors of the war, Kate and her colleagues find themselves navigating old rivalries and new betrayals which threaten the very existence of the Unit. With the Germans threatening to break through the lines, can the Smith Unit pull together and be truly a band of sisters? ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B08BGBBVTW | | Author | Lauren Willig | | Language | English | | Listening Length | 15 hours and 59 minutes | | Narrator | Julia Whelan | | Program Type | Audiobook | | Publication Date | March 2, 2021 | | Publisher | William Morrow | | Version | Unabridged | ## Images ![Band of Sisters: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/9100FHwEqjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is a great book *by on Reviewed in the United States October 18, 2025* Great story, easy read, was based on real people. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Willig does what she does best *by on Reviewed in the United States March 18, 2021* So, I'm not understanding the negative reviews. It is like they were expecting some great thesis on what the Smith girls did in France. This is still a historical fiction novel with a story to tell and entertain. Since I am a self-proclaimed Willig groupie, I guess I am was more realistic as to know what to expect because I follow her notes, blogs, website, etc. How much more detail can be thrown in on characters and keep it from becoming War and Peace length? Either that, or it becomes a series. I would have voted for a series on this.For me, I liked the fact the heroines were far from perfect. You felt their ups and downs, insecurities and frustrations. There were some things, to me, that were started and not developed enough ( Courcelles, almost assualt consequences, Nick/Julia/Kate ) while some things had too much (Liza/Maud).In the end, I enjoyed this book very much. Like all of Lauren's books, the research into the historical of her fiction is 2nd to none. I walk away educated as well as entertain.Signed Groupie wanted to be review #100 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eleclent *by on Reviewed in the United States August 21, 2023* I found this book to be totally engaging. I knew very little about WW1. This was so well researched and put together I was swept away to France in mins. The fact that it was based on real events made it much more interesting. The author captured it so well. Hazar! To Lauren Willig. I look forward to the next book. I have read all to date and think this is my favorite one. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/329277974-band-of-sisters-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/329277974-band-of-sisters-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-10-28*