The Last Green Valley: A Novel

Written by Mark Sullivan

Narrated by Will Damron

“Mark Sullivan has done it again! The Last Green Valley is a compelling and inspiring story of heroism and courage in the dark days at the end of World War II.” —Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times bestselling author

From the author of the #1 bestseller Beneath a Scarlet Sky comes a new historical novel inspired by one family’s incredible story of daring, survival, and triumph.

In late March 1944, as Stalin’s forces push into Ukraine, young Emil and Adeline Martel must make a terrible decision: Do they wait for the Soviet bear’s intrusion and risk being sent to Siberia? Or do they reluctantly follow the wolves—murderous Nazi officers who have pledged to protect “pure-blood” Germans?

The Martels are one of many families of German heritage whose ancestors have farmed in Ukraine for more than a century. But after already living under Stalin’s horrifying regime, Emil and Adeline decide they must run in retreat from their land with the wolves they despise to escape the Soviets and go in search of freedom.

Caught between two warring forces and overcoming horrific trials to pursue their hope of immigrating to the West, the Martels’ story is a brutal, complex, and ultimately triumphant tale that illuminates the extraordinary power of love, faith, and one family’s incredible will to survive and see their dreams realized.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Brilliance Audio
• Release date: May 4, 2021
• ISBN: 9781978637634

Mark Sullivan

A former Reuters journalist, MARK SULLIVAN is the author of several internationally bestselling thrillers on his own as well as the coauthor with James Patterson of the bestsellers Private Games (February 2012) and Private Berlin. He lives in Bozeman, Montana.

Reviews for The Last Green Valley

[Lori Retz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Whew! What a great book! Narrator did a wonderful job telling this amazing story, too!

[Natalie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautiful well written story about a part of history I didn’t know about. I’ve read a lot of WWII historical fiction but never from a Ukrainian point of view. A must read for all history buffs.

[Ronald Holden · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a real and unbelievably remarkable story of love, faith, trust in God and courage. It is a story well researched and told by Mark Sullivan. R. H. 10.21.23

[Abigail Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved it! This story will stay with me for a long time, incredibly inspirational

[tpgillen · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Well written, riveting story of a critical time In modern history. More relevant today than ever. coincidentally, published prior to Putin‘s recent invasion of Ukraine. provides great context into the Russian psyche and over 100 years of failed Socialism at an extreme cost to hundreds of millions of people.

[Christopher Norris · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was an amazing story of faith over fear. Following the characters through their unbelievable story inspires one to have faith, see miracles, weep over sorrow, and fight to the end. I loved this book!

[shea knowles · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing story about overcoming daunting obstacles and tragedies during war time.

[Sandra Macgillivray · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an astonishing story. For those of us who have never had to live through a world war or its immediate aftermath it is eye opening to say the least. Beautifully written!

[dana wilson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Incredible book. I could hardly stop reading. Gut wrenching at times but so worth it.

[mike purdy · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Learning about how normal family lived through horrific WW2 and succeeded.

[Diane Pater · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow amazing story well done!great history I didn’t know , I will look for more

[Angeline Vogel · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a remarkable life story. Should be required reading in high school

[sparkling star · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have never written a review for a book here but I have to write a review for this one. This book is amazing, it touched my soul. It has also taught me many valuable lessons. I even feel closer to God! Don’t hesitate to read it, you will be touched.

[Deborah Strange · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As a prolific reader of historical fiction, I found this book fascinating. Although there are many books about WWII this one focused on a people and area not usually written about. With many sad and gut wrenching moments throughout the book, I finished it feeling hopeful and reverent. As a lifelong Lutheran it made me happy to hear how one of the character’s Lutheran faith carried her through her life.

[Amanda Bourne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a beautiful book. So moving and incredibly written.

[Rodger Phillips · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

A good story. A little drawn out. Worth reading though

[Salty · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow! This was a fantastic and riveting story of love, perseverance, faith and overcoming incredible adversity. How inspired I felt about life after listening to it!!
Highly recommend!

[Katherine Wallace Russell · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An Excellent work. A family story. Well worth your time

[Claudia Testea · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an amazing book!!! As an immigrant myself, this book touched me deeply, I cried and cried!

[John · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a fantastically written and read. It provides an important personal perspective on the atrocities committed by the villains and victors of the 2nd world war.

[Amanda Dobbs · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great story about perseverance and faith. Would highly recommend this incredible story.

[Ian Hughes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Inspiring story, beautifully written. We should all be thankful for all we have after reading this book

[Christine Reynolds · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed this book. It kept me intrigued the whole time.

[Sonya Ingram · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A reminder that the end of WW2 didn’t mean the end of hardship and sorrow

[amy scott · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a book I couldn’t stop thinking about, looking forward to continuing, drawn in by the horrific as well as terrific examples of following one’s dreams, facing doubts, relying on faith, and believing in the power of the universe!

[Deborah Briers · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautiful and inspirational from the first to the last page!

[Eunyoung · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely fantastic and surprisingly educational and amazingly entertaining! I love it!!

[AJ Davis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Must read. Uplifting and moving to say the least. Amazing.

[Candice Pratt · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I highly recommend,Very informative and very touching highly recommend reading

[Jeanne Nichol · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Awesome true story! Full of hope for today! Recommend for sure