The Price for Freedom

By Harvey Urbina

Wars are fought by soldiers, but they are survived by civilians. When everyday people are pulled into the chaos of conflict, the stories that emerge are filled with heartbreak, resilience, and lasting scars that echo across generations.

This novel tells the fictional story of a couple whose lives are transformed by the Second World War. From the early days of their marriage to the birth of their child and the trials they face during wartime, their journey offers a deeply personal window into one of history's darkest chapters.

While the war officially ended on September 2, 1945, with the Allied victory, its effects linger far beyond the battlefield. This story captures not only the soldier's struggle but also the quiet heroism of civilians--those who endured bombings, rationing, separation, and the constant fear of loss.

Told through the lens of ordinary lives, the novel also weaves in the historical presence of key figures like Winston Churchill, whose leadership helped shape the outcome of the war. Before exploring his role, the narrative gives voice to the forgotten--civilians, victims, and everyday soldiers--whose experiences paint a fuller, more human portrait of World War II.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1667826468
• ISBN13: 9781667826462
• Release Date: April 2022
• Publisher: Bookbaby
• Length: 144 Pages