Linda Hope’s debut release, In Spite of All the Devils, tells the powerful, true story of one woman’s journey of survival and strength during the ongoing war in Ukraine. The book follows Martha, a nurse from Mariupol whose life is upended by tragedy as her city falls under attack, leaving her to grapple with unimaginable loss and navigate the harsh realities of rebuilding far from home.
As Russian forces invade Mariupol, Martha endures the loss of her parents and escapes with her younger brother to Germany. There, while overcoming profound grief, she finds the courage to care for others and starts to rebuild her life. Martha’s inspiring story shines a light on the enduring strength it takes to carry on amidst great suffering.
All proceeds from the sale of In Spite of All the Devils will be donated to humanitarian aid efforts in Ukraine, directly supporting those affected by the ongoing conflict. Linda Hope’s work offers readers a powerful glimpse into the resilience and fortitude of Ukrainians as they fight to survive and rebuild. The book shines a light on the devastating effects of war, the strength of family bonds, and the courage needed to forge a new path in an unfamiliar world.
Linda Hope a first-generation immigrant who herself escaped the turmoil of post-Soviet Russia, found a new life in America in 1995. She commemorates this transformative event every year on August 17th, the day she and her family arrived in Miami, a day she calls the happiest of her life.
