Until We Meet

By: Camille Di Maio

Narrated by: Stephanie Willing, Steve Quinn

A poignant and page-turning story of three women whose lives are forever changed by war.…

New York City, 1943

Can one small act change the course of a life?Margaret’s job at the Navy Yard brings her freedoms she never dared imagine, but she wants to do something more personal to help the war effort. Knitting socks for soldiers is a way to occupy her quiet nights and provide comfort to the boys abroad. But when a note she tucks inside one of her socks sparks a relationship with a long-distance pen pal, she finds herself drawn to a man she’s never even met.

Can a woman hold on to her independence if she gives away her heart? Gladys has been waiting her whole life for the kinds of opportunities available to her now that so many men are fighting overseas. She’s not going to waste a single one. And she’s not going to let her two best friends waste them either. Then she meets someone who values her opinions as much as she likes giving them, and suddenly she is questioning everything she once held dear.

Can an unwed mother survive on her own?Dottie is in a dire situation—she’s pregnant, her fiancé is off fighting the war, and if her parents find out about the baby, they’ll send her away and make her give up her child. Knitting helps take her mind off her uncertain future—until the worst happens and she must lean on her friends like never before.

With their worlds changing in unimaginable ways, Margaret, Gladys, and Dottie will learn that the unbreakable bond of friendship between them is what matters most of all.

Critic reviews

“Fans of classic Hollywood, historical fiction, and light romance will enjoy this tale of California sunshine, ghosts, and love.”—Booklist, on The Beautiful Strangers

“The Way of Beauty is a charming multi-generational love story, but it is more than that: it is a story of family, love lost, and love found…A loving tribute to the workers who risked their lives and health in building iconic structures in New York City."—Historical Novel Society

“Fans of historical women’s fiction and light romance will enjoy this pleasant work of historical fiction.”—Booklist, on The Way of Beauty

“The Way of Beauty is another deftly crafted and reader-engaging novel by Camille Di Maio, and continues to showcase her genuine flair for originality and narrative storytelling.—Midwest Book Review

Good Way to Spend a Day

The narration was confusing at the beginning and it was challenging to keep up with who was "speaking." The story was not as amazing as the Story of Us but it was a good way to spend a day.

Friendship, history, grief, love

World War and the grief that ravages families, torn apart by one nation's desire for power over another's. The hardships and death that so many endured to ensure freedom from evil dictatorships. The story woven thru the young soldiers training and encounter with the tragedy of war and the young women who did their part on US soil. Heartwarming, yet realistic. Life and death, friendship, pain, love. Beautifully written.

Warm hearted story with depth of characters.

Enjoyed this book very much. Helped me make a connection to my parents whose lives were loved during the 40’s.

Would like to see this in movie.

Loved everything about the story and the characters. Couldn’t put it down. Wish to read more of this author. I’m

A must read!

Fantastic story, lovable characters and a wonderful overview into the history of the Brooklyn ship yards.