Love and Ruin

This book is told from the perspective of Martha Gelhorn who is the second wife of Ernest Hemingway. The narrator is witty, fearless and fiercely independent. McLain captures a true perception of living with the ever charming but notorious Ernest Hemingway. Gelhorn is determined to make it as a writer in her own right, and she applies for a journalist position. She falls deeply in love with Ernest and they both travel together to write about the Spanish Civil War. There are some wonderful poignant moments as Gelhorn witnesses a war torn Spain. Overall an excellent read and real page turner.