Mary Ann Shaffer books

Mary Ann Shaffer is the author of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, a beloved epistolary novel set in the aftermath of the German occupation of Guernsey.

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Mary Ann Shaffer is known for a single novel that became an international bestseller. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2008) is an epistolary novel told through letters exchanged between a London writer and the residents of Guernsey in 1946, as they share stories about life under German occupation during World War II.

Shaffer worked on the novel for years and was helped by her niece, Annie Barrows, in completing it. The book was published to wide acclaim and was adapted into a 2018 film starring Lily James. It remains a favorite with book clubs and readers who enjoy warm, character-driven historical fiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mary Ann Shaffer written?

Mary Ann Shaffer has written one books in one series.

What was Mary Ann Shaffer's first book?

Mary Ann Shaffer’s first book is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, published in 2008.

Did Mary Ann Shaffer write any other books?

No. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2008) was Mary Ann Shaffer’s only published novel. She co-wrote it with her niece, Annie Barrows, who helped complete the book when Shaffer became ill. Shaffer passed away in 2008, shortly after the book’s publication.

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