As Ellie stood on the boat, watching the small island come into view, she wondered what awaited her on shore. What secrets would she uncover in this place? When Ellie Roberts inherits a cottage on a remote Scilly Isle, she's shocked. She's never heard of the previous owner, Patience Ellis, so why did she leave Ellie her legacy? Overwhelmed with unanswered questions, Ellie travels to the isolated island. Windswept from the boat, salt spray still on her skin, she searches for Patience's whitewashed cottage, hidden behind overgrown ivy. But when she steps inside, the house feels strangely familiar, and she has a memory of laughing as a child with her beloved mother in the window seat overlooking the sea... The mother she lost when she was only a child. Determined to find out more, Ellie meets enigmatic local Branok Shore. While at first he seems uninterested, he believes he can help. Charmed by his green eyes, and curious about his past on the island, he and Ellie grow closer, but Ellie knows she needs to understand her own story before she can embrace the future. And when Branok prises open Patience's dresser, filled with letters from the Second World War, Ellie discovers the shocking secret Patience was forced to hide - and the truth that will change her own life forever. The letters tell the story of a brutal storm on a dark night in the depths of war, and of an injured soldier who begged Patience for help, and asked her to make an impossible choice... But the letters don't hold the answers Ellie so desperately needs. Why did Patience leave her home to her? And how can Ellie have memories of the cottage, when she's never been there before? When Ellie finally uncovers the truth, will she be strong enough to put the fragments of her life back together? An absolutely heartbreaking and unforgettable read, perfect for fans of gripping family dramas, and for those who enjoy the novels of Debbie Macomber, Fiona Valpy and Nancy Thayer. What readers are saying about Secrets of the Cottage by the Sea: 'Oh my goodness... Wish I could give the book more than five stars.' Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Outstanding. I'll be sorry to not have it to read tonight, but couldn't put the book down!' Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely spectacular... best I've read... will pull at your heartstrings.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Beautiful... It really made me smile... took me back to a special place. Wonderful.' @surfchicksarah ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Utterly captivating... Delightful beyond words!' Rain 'N' Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A feel good book to read on a rainy day (or anytime!). I loved it.' Niki's Book Blog ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I was fully immersed in this from the start... fascinating.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
New York, 1938: Martha pulled the door of her Fifth Avenue apartment closed, her heart thumping, re-reading the telegram she'd been dreading. Her beloved sister Charlotte needed her help. She was alone in Paris, and the threat of Nazi invasion was growing ever stronger. The time had come for Martha to make the bravest decision of her life. She needed to bring Charlotte home. As Martha looks out of her bedroom window at the blossom-covered trees in Central Park, she is a world away from Europe and the threat of war. But when a telegram arrives from her sister Charlotte telling of the death of their Jewish friend Anita, Martha's quiet life changes in an instant. With the threat of the Nazi invasion growing, Martha knows she must travel to Paris to convince Charlotte to return home. When Martha arrives, she finds a city preparing for war. Soldiers patrol Paris' cobbled streets and families talk of packing up and fleeing with whatever they can carry. Clutching her sister tightly, Martha knows that Charlotte has already decided to stay. Charlotte's heart is in France, and as an American in Paris she believes she will be safe. When the Nazis march through Paris' streets and raise their flags over the city's most beautiful buildings, Charlotte is determined not to give in. She works for the Resistance with a Frenchman named Louis, carrying messages, and hiding Anita's family's precious art collection from the Nazis. Meanwhile, Martha vows to help a female Jewish professor to safety in America, only to be faced with impossible odds. But as the war rages, Martha and Charlotte's determination will be tested like never before. And when Charlotte uncovers a shocking secret about her family which threatens her own life, can she find the strength to protect those she loves the most? From top ten bestselling author Ella Carey comes an utterly heartbreaking novel about the strength of sisterly love and the courage of the women of the Resistance. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale, All The Light We Cannot See and Fiona Valpy. What readers are saying about Ella Carey: "This is a MUST READ!... Heartbreaking story will move you to tears... Exceptional!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This phenomenal story will touch your heart in so many ways... An amazing escape that you are sure to cherish long after you finish reading... I absolutely loved this." Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wonderful... It gripped me from the first page until the last. The characters are so amazing... This story kept me glued all the way through... Phenomenal... Outstanding." @rubie_reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Sixteen-year-old Tasha Ancel turns to take one last look at the imposing place that stole her freedom and her childhood. She has no idea how she continued to live when so many others did not. For the first time in months, her heart beats with hope for her future and that of the smaller children who cling to her now. Tasha was torn from her mother's arms by an SS guard days before the gates of Auschwitz opened. Now she only has a lock of her mother's fiery hair. Desperate to be reunited, Tasha asks everyone she meets if they've seen a woman with flame-red hair. But with so many people trying to locate their loved ones in the chaotic aftermath of war finding her feels like an impossible task. Officially an orphan, Tasha is given the chance to start a new life in the Lake District in England. She knows her mother would want her to take the opportunity but she can't bear the thought of leaving Poland without her. Tasha must make a heartbreaking decision: will she stay in war-ravaged Europe and cling on to the hope that the person she loves most in the world is alive, or take a long journey across the sea towards an uncertain future?"-- page 4 of cover.
I tread quietly up the plush carpeted stairs. There's no-one here to see me as Cassie and Jon's bedroom door creaks gently open. I've watched them from afar for so long. Now I'm finally in their house. But there's no time to waste. I'm here for a reason, and I'm going to get what I came for, whatever the cost...I open the front door and there's Amy, smiling sweetly and ready to help. She's been a lifesaver since Jon and I moved here - from walking the dog to picking up my little son Teddy from nursery last minute. I'm so lucky we met in the playground the first day we arrived. Amy is more than just a good friend. My only friend, really.Whenever Amy and Jon exchange glances I'm sure it seems like they've met before, even though Jon swears they haven't. But then again Jon recognises lots of people from his childhood round here without truly knowing them. I've put it out of my mind. Just like my fear of being watched. I need to remember I'm safe now.But today, when I turn up at Teddy's nursery, I learn I was so, so wrong. The teacher tells me Amy picked him up an hour ago. Now they have both disappeared.I am frantic. I will do anything to get my son back. I should have known I can't trust anyone. Then the phone rings, and I know what I have to do...An utterly absorbing and shocking psychological thriller with the most unexpected of twists, this novel is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Mark Edwards and The Woman in the Window.What readers are saying about Maria Frankland:'Electrifying... filled with unexpected twists and turns... This gripping tale of deception, trust, and the lengths one goes to protect their family is a must-read... Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions and a finale that will leave you questioning everything.'NetGalley reviewer,¿¿¿¿¿'I loved this book! The twists, the turns, and the unexpected! The paranoia that Cassie was feeling was so relatable! We have all heard those creepy sounds from inside the house and it just gave me a real feel of that nervousness. I couldn't put this book down!' @emily_readsalot,¿¿¿¿¿
It's so kind of our neighbours to throw this party welcoming us to our new home. My husband and I finally moved to the right place. A happy, safe street where nobody knows about my mistakes. But I soon learn their smiling faces hide even deadlier secrets... As I take in the little plates of sandwiches arranged over checked tablecloths, the lavish cocktails, and children playing, I finally feel happy in my new home with Owen. I love hearing the gossip from the local families; the whispers about which wives I should avoid, and which husbands sneak out at night.But then I notice that the mother at number 3, Phillipa, is completely ignoring her sweet little girl. All blue-eyed Lexi wants is for her mother to play with her. And as Lexi pulls on Phillipa's skirt, I'm certain I hear the woman threaten to smack her.Isn't anyone going to say something? Even as I'm filled with rage, terrible memories flood back: of standing in a cold, thin hospital gown, hearing I may never have my own biological child.And then a shout pierces my memory. Lexi has run away from her mother and nearly fallen into the large, deep pond in the middle of the green. Everyone rushes over to comfort her, while Phillipa stays at the party to top up her drink.I promised Owen I'd put my past behind me so that we could start a new life. But some people don't deserve to become mothers. I plaster a smile onto my face. I need to befriend Phillipa. And do whatever it takes to keep Lexi safe...A twisty and utterly unputdownable thriller about the secrets hidden behind closed doors. Fans of Lisa Jewell, Freida McFadden and K.L. Slater will be up all night desperate to keep reading.What readers are saying about Wendy Clarke:'I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN. I didn't even realise I hadn't eaten because I was too busy reading... It was gripping, it was tense, fast-paced and full of twists, it was so unpredictable that I just didn't even know who I was anymore. I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'OMG!! WOW!!... OH YES!!!... a book that EVERYONE will be talking about!! I can see this being a bestseller... BOY. OH. BOY... Incredible read!!... Clear your schedule for this book!... Will suck you in like never before!... Mind-blowing... LOVED this book!' Heidi Lynn Book Reviews, ¿¿¿¿¿'I LOVED THIS PHENOMENAL, GRIPPING BOOK. I raced through it, it consumed me in its pages... A shocking conclusion which left me gobsmacked... Brilliant... HOOKS YOU FROM THE START. LOVED IT! LOVED IT! LOVED IT!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿'One word, brilliant!... I felt dizzy and loved every single minute... had me gripped from page one, and just as I thought I had the plot figured out, another twist happened.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'Holy heck!! I have no words for this book! It was twisted beyond measure! I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! This book will be with me for a long time to come!' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'Literally had me missing a heartbeat because I just couldn't work out where this story was leading me... Had me hook, line and sinker 'til the very end... My eyes were on stalks reading the last couple of pages. Wow.' Echoes in an Empty Room, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿
A gorgeous island off the English coast, a beautiful hotel perched on the cliffs, a group of glamourous friends... and a suspicious death? Kitty Underhay's invitation didn't mention murder! Spring, 1936. As the boat draws into the harbour of Bird Island, Kitty is absolutely delighted to see the stunning hotel for the first time. She and her friend Alice have been asked to join the distinguished guests before the hotel officially opens its doors, but they have barely unpacked when the owner is found dead in his own study... Sir Norman's death looks like suicide. But Kitty isn't convinced - she cannot find a note, and he is left-handed but was shot on the right side of his head. Kitty tries to reach the police, but a violent storm engulfs the island and the power goes out. Kitty and Alice need to move quickly before anyone else finds death on their dinner menu! With several old friends amongst their suspects, Kitty decides the investigation should stay secret. But it's not until Kitty uncovers Sir Norman's financial difficulties that she's on the killer's trail. Can Kitty and Alice catch the culprit in time for tea, or will they become the next guests on the murderer's list? Fans of T.E. Kinsey, Agatha Christie or Lee Strauss will adore this warm and witty whodunnit. An utter delight to read! Readers love the Miss Underhay mysteries: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I could not put this down!! I read this in one sitting. I need more than 5 stars for this book! I absolutely loved it!' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'What can I say? I loved it.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I read it in one sitting, a page-turner I couldn't put down.' Goodreads reviewer 'I cannot put it down... I tore through this book!' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this... It kept me guessing right until the final scene.' Roberta Reads ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'This murder mystery is perfect... This story has it all. An absolute page-turner with characters to care about.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'A page-turner that will keep you guessing.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'After the first chapter I wasn't able to stop reading and turning pages as fast as I could.' Scrapping and Playing
Il petto si stringe e il cuore accelera. La cucina è un caos. Cammina su qualcosa di duro e guarda in basso. I dinosauri giocattolo sono sparsi ovunque. Ma suo figlio non è da nessuna parte, il suo bambino è sparito.Arriva la polizia. Non riesce a guardare il marito. Studia invece l'intreccio di linee sulle sue mani tremanti.Poi il suo telefono suona con un messaggio vocale. "Ascoltalo in vivavoce", dice il detective.Una voce di donna riempie l'aria."Presumo che si tratti di Andrea Gately indicata come contatto sul sito web dei bambini scomparsi nel mondo. La chiamo per dirle che ho fornito i suoi dati alla polizia. Perché state usando una foto di mio figlio su un sito web di bambini scomparsi? Perché la state usando e dove l'avete presa?"Un thriller psicologico assolutamente imperdibile che vi lascerà senza fiato per lo shock e vi farà rimanere svegli oltre l'ora di andare a letto. Perfetto per i fan di Lisa Jewell, Liane Moriarty e Adele Parks.Scopri cosa dicono i lettori di La madre casalinga:"OMG!!!... Non riuscivo a metterlo giù!!! Ogni volta che dicevo un altro capitolo, finiva con un cliff-hanger e dovevo sapere cosa stava succedendo!!!... Ho iniziato questa mattina e l'ho finito alle 2 di notte leggendolo in una sola seduta, e anche se oggi sono distrutta ne è valsa la pena al 1000000%!!!... Avevo il cuore in gola... Il finale è stato assolutamente sbalorditivo e così inaspettato... Che colpo di scena assoluto!!! Posso dire con il cuore in mano che non ricordo quando sono rimasta così sbalordita." Recensore di Goodreads, ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow wow wow!!!! Ho letto questo libro in meno di 24 ore... Così avvincente, mi ha tenuto incollato e incapace di metterlo giù fino a quando non ho finito l'ultima scioccante pagina!!!!... Che colpo di scena!!!! Ho amato tutto di questo libro avvincente e lo consiglierò vivamente!!!" Recensore di Goodreads, ¿¿¿¿¿"Oh mio Dio!!!... Ho sussultato per i colpi di scena, non me l'aspettavo proprio... Non vedevo l'ora di vedere come si concludeva, ma non volevo nemmeno che finisse, incredibile." @mountainmommawv2020, ¿¿¿¿¿"WOWWWW!!! Non mi aspettavo tutti quei colpi di scena e non mi aspettavo di provare tutte quelle sensazioni!!... È DEFINITIVAMENTE una delle mie nuove autrici preferite!... Mi ha catturato fin dall'inizio... Proprio quando pensavo che stesse andando in una direzione, BAM, è andata in un'altra direzione! Un libro pieno di sorprese." Recensore di Goodreads, ¿¿¿¿¿"Mi ha tenuto sul filo del rasoio!... I colpi di scena? Wow!... Mi ha fatto girare la testa... Lo scrivo a mezzanotte quando dovrei dormire. Fate un pisolino prima di iniziare a leggere in modo da rimanere svegli per finire questo libro. Fidatevi di me, non sto scherzando." Recensore di Goodreads, ¿¿¿¿¿"Ho letto questo libro tutto di un fiato... Assolutamente avvincente fino in fondo e con così tanti colpi di scena che mi sembrava di avere il colpo di frusta." Recensore di Goodreads, ¿¿¿¿¿
When my best friend's teenage daughter comes to see me, I know something is wrong. With tear-filled eyes, she says she's pregnant and begs me not to tell her mother. I know I'm betraying my best friend but as I look at Chloe's terrified expression, I don't know how I will find the strength to say no...No matter what life throws at me, I have always been able to depend on my best friend Rachel. In nineteen years of friendship, we've never argued or fallen out. So, I'm wracked by guilt over my decision to keep her daughter Chloe's pregnancy a secret. I don't want to break Chloe's trust but, if I don't say anything, it could destroy my relationship with Rachel.I hoped Chloe would find the confidence to tell her mom, but days have passed, and the guilt is eating me alive. As much as I want to support Chloe, I don't know how much longer l can lie to my best friend. I spend every day completely gripped by a panic that sends my heart racing.The pressure only worsens when I discover that Chloe has one more thing that she's been hiding. Something that could destroy the perfect life I've worked so hard to build-the family I love so much and the career I'm so passionate about.And then I realize that Chloe isn't the only one with secrets. Rachel has been lying to us all...The three of us are more entwined than ever but when the truth comes out, what will be left of our friendship and our families?An absolutely heartbreaking story about friendship, jealousy and the damage we cause by hiding the truth. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes and Kate Hewitt.What readers are saying about Jen Craven:"WOW! Just wow... I inhaled this one! I read it practically in one sitting... A page-turner!... Gut-wrenching... Amazing." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A heart-breaking page-turner... I just could not put it down as I read chapter after chapter... Fantastic... gripping." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿
"As war rages across France, English exile Christine has become the most deadly asset the British Secret Service has in occupied Paris. But when Suzanne, her best friend and the sole agent who knows the details of the top-secret D-Day landings, is betrayed to the Nazis by someone at the heart of their spy network, she is devastated. Going undercover with Charlie - a handsome but elusive American spy with an agenda of his own - is her only chance to catch the traitor in their midst. Pretending to be not only Nazi collaborators but lovers too, they must save Suzanne from almost certain death and prevent the D-Day landing plans from ending up in the wrong hands. But as Christine and Charlie's pretend desire turns to true love, her past - and the real reason she had to leave England forever - puts their whole mission in terrible danger."--
Berlin, 1944. 'No! Not my child!' Annaliese screams, her voice breaking as she pounds the window uselessly. But no-one looks up as the man in the SS uniform cradles her precious baby and strides away... She lies unmoving on the threadbare cot, her throat hoarse from long hours of screaming but her tears keep falling. Her heart has been cleaved in two, now the Nazis have taken the only thing she has left - her child. She is utterly powerless against them. But as Annaliese cries herself to sleep, she makes a vow - she will find her precious baby again. Whatever it takes.Berlin, 1979. Lawyer Evie has come to the city to investigate the horrifying stories of infants torn from their mothers during the war. One of the cases is Sebastian, whose yellowing birth certificate tells a heartbreaking tale. Evie is drawn to this lost man, and vows to do all that she can to help him.But poring through old records, it is Evie who recognises the faded photo in a newspaper article. Her heart stops as she realises her whole life has been a devastating lie - and that her and Sebastian's pasts are impossibly, unimaginably connected...Fans of The Book of Lost Names and The Tattooist of Auschwitz will be swept away by this absolutely gripping and heartbreaking World War Two novel about the extraordinary power of a mother's love. Readers love Catherine Hokin: 'The best historical fiction book I've read this year! I was awake until the early morning hours finishing it, because I could not put it down!... Heartbreaking.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Amazing... I was totally absorbed in the story... 10 stars. One of my best reads this year. I can't begin to say how much I loved this book, I couldn't put it down, absolutely brilliant.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'If I could give this book more than a five-star rating, I surely would! It is absolutely the best WW2 historical fiction I've read in a long time!... I couldn't bear to put it down.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This story just swept me away... I was left speechless... just wow!!... I do recommend a box of tissues... This book will have you turning the pages.' Red Headed Book Lady ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The more I read of this book, the more I had to read! What a fantastic story this is touching just about every emotion there is.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Kept me glued to every page... Amazing.' Second World War Book Club⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Incredible... has you hooked from the very first word... Hanni and Freddy are characters that I won't forget.' Shaz's Book Blog'Heartbreakingly beautiful... One of the easiest 5 stars I've ever given to a novel... I was hooked within the first few minutes... Left me speechless.' Goodreads reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Auschwitz, 1942: Her entire body trembles as she stands in the infirmary and realises the horrifying truth. She's a nurse, but instead of saving her fellow inmates, she's about to be ordered to kill them... Surrounded by thick fog from the nearby forest, Orli stumbles from the cattle truck onto the frostbitten grounds of Auschwitz. Betrayed by her own husband for being a German resistance fighter, she has no one left in the world, and this is now her home. Orli breathes a sign of relief when her nursing skills mean she's assigned to work in the infirmary. Even in this hell on earth, she can still try to save some lives. But when she's instructed to assist Dr Josef Mengele, she soon learns that he is known as The Angel of Death, and is the most feared man in Auschwitz. At his evil hands, thousands of inmates are cruelly killed and experimented on. And if Orli is to survive, she will have to help him. But how can she live with herself if she sentences her fellow inmates to death? As she stares into his eyes, she soon realises her resistance work is not over. She has to stay and find a way to stop this monster----even if that means she will pay the ultimate price. Inspired by the incredible true story of Orli Reichert, this unforgettable World War Two novel brings to life the powerful tale of a woman who risked everything to fight against evil. Fans of The Choice and The Tattooist of Auschwitz will be utterly gripped by this unputdownable page-turner. Readers love Ellie Midwood: "Jaw-dropping... This is a book that needs to be read... Gut-punching... OMG I cried real tears at the end of this... what a book this one is." NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow!!!... Definitely not going to leave my head anytime soon... Devastatingly heartbreaking... Absolutely rammed with emotions... A heart-wrenching, absolutely beautifully devastating story." Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Amazing... So heart-wrenching. The fact that it is a true story tears at your heartstrings, so, reading with a box of Kleenex is a must... Such a phenomenal story... will continue to resonate in me for a very long time... Wonderful, phenomenal must read!" PageTurners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely adored this! Incredibly moving. I had tears welling up and my heart was racing. Did not want to put it down... I felt like I was actually there." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was brought to tears. Always have a box of tissues at the ready... I loved this... Wonderful... Grips you from page one and never lets go." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Gripping... I kept telling myself, "Just one more chapter." And before I knew it, it was 6 a.m. and I was still awake... I finished the book within a few hours... Outstanding." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The soldier looks her dead in the eye, his weapon raised. "You must leave now," he warns. But this is her last chance to save her husband, and she won't be silenced...1943. Fleeing Germany had been Edith Falkenstein and her Jewish husband Julius's last hope, selling their remaining precious possessions to make the gruelling journey. But to their horror, they are turned away at the Swiss border. Devastated, they return to the tiny Berlin apartment they share with other Jewish families, with its peeling wallpaper and bare kitchen cupboards. It is a world away from the heady glamour of their lives before.Edith's worst fears come true when Julius is brutally arrested and imprisoned alongside thousands of other Jewish men, destined for the camps. When she hears the news, Edith feels her heart crack wide open with unbearable grief.But then she hears of women gathering outside the prison in their hundreds-wives and mothers from every walk of life whose relatives have also been taken. They are united by a single, desperate wish. She links arms with the woman next to her and takes up the chant.Standing among these brave women offers Edith a flicker of hope. But can they really save their loved ones? And as Edith faces the lines of German soldiers with cold savagery in their eyes, will she pay the ultimate price for this small act of courage?An absolutely unputdownable, heartbreaking and hopeful story of love and courage. Fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, My Name is Eva and The Nightingale will be swept away by this book based on incredible true events.Readers are falling in love with the German Wives series: "It was impossible not to get drawn into this story... So compelling, moving, despairing and heartbreaking, yet the flicker of hope never went out." Just 4 My Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"All the feels... a gripping adventure that will keep you up late at night. I can't wait for the next book to come out!" @diane.likes.to.read, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"I opened this book and I was lost straight away, brilliant story, perfectly paced. I just love this author. 5 stars, of course." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Im wunderschönen englischen Dorf Hopley glitzern die Weihnachtsdekorationen im fallenden Schnee, doch für Holly fällt Weihnachten dieses Jahr aus ... Es sollte die schönste Zeit des Jahres sein, doch diesmal nicht für Holly Hanwell: Ihr Freund hat sie für eine andere Frau verlassen, mit der er ein Kind erwartet. Also plant Holly ein ruhiges Weihnachtsfest allein in ihrem kleinen Haus - ohne traditionelle Festivitäten und vor allem ohne Männer. Doch dann trifft sie auf Edward, den attraktiven neuen Besitzer des renovierungsbedürftigen Hauses am Dorfrand. Bei heißer Schokolade im Dorfcafé fliegen zwischen den beiden die Funken. Daraufhin kreuzen sich ihre Wege immer wieder, und trotz Hollys Vorsatz, ihr verwundetes Herz zu schützen, kann sie ihren wachsenden Gefühlen für den etwas komplizierten Edward nicht entkommen. Aber dann erfährt sie ein Geheimnis über seine Vergangenheit, das alles auf den Kopf stellt. Wird die Liebesgeschichte von Holly und Edward enden, bevor sie überhaupt begonnen hat - oder erwartet sie dieses Jahr ein Weihnachtswunder? Ein romantischer Winterroman, mit dem man sich gemütlich vor dem Kamin einkuscheln kann. Perfekt für Fans von Julie Caplin und Debbie Johnson. Leser: innen lieben Das kleine Weihnachtshaus: Ich habe es geliebt ... Das kleine Weihnachtshaus ist herrlich ... Ich habe dieses Buch beendet und mich wirklich inspiriert und so glücklich wie schon lange nicht mehr gefühlt ... Die perfekte Winterlektüre. Es ist warmherzig, charmant, aufmunternd und voller Positivität und Freude ... wunderbar. Linda's Book Bag, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ O mein Gott ... ich konnte es nicht aus der Hand legen ... Eine wunderbare, warme Geschichte. SusanWr38555367, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eine Freude zu lesen! Wunderschön ... perfekt für die Feiertage! ... Ich wurde völlig in die Leben der Figuren hineingezogen und war traurig, als ich auf der letzten Seite ankam ... genau das Richtige, für einen schönen Lesetag. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Das war ein zauberhaftes Buch! Ich habe jede Minute davon geliebt ... so warm und kuschelig wie ein flauschiger Schal und Fäustlinge ... ich war definitiv nicht bereit, es zu beenden. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein absolutes Vergnügen ... Jede Seite davon war die reinste Wonne und eine echte Wohlfühllektüre. Dieses Buch darf man nicht verpassen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wunderschön, gemütlich ... wie eine Tasse heiße Schokolade am Feuer ... das perfekte Buch, um es in diesen gemütlichen Herbst- und Winternächten vor dem Kamin zu lesen. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eine magische Weihnachtslektüre, die so inspirierend und herzerwärmend ist, dass man sie in einem Zug verschlingen muss. Mach ein Feuer an, schnapp dir eine Decke, gieß dir einen heißen Kakao ein und mach es dir gemütlich ... ein absolutes Must-Read. Ich habe es wirklich geliebt! Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wunderbare, gemütliche Lektüre. Ich habe es absolut geliebt, es ist das perfekte Buch, um es sich zu Weihnachten gemütlich zu machen. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Eine strahlende Braut. Ein attraktiver Bräutigam. Ein Geheimnis, für das einer von ihnen töten würde ... Es ist der Tag, auf den ich mein ganzes Leben gewartet habe. Als ich in meinem perlenbesetzten Kleid den blumenübersäten Gang hinunterschreite, erblicke ich endlich meinen Verlobten Nik. Wir wirken wie das perfekte Paar. Auf den Bänken erkenne ich nicht ein einziges bekanntes Gesicht. Ich bin von Fremden umgeben. Ich habe mich so darauf gefreut, endlich die Familie meines Verlobten kennenzulernen. Warum wenden sie dann ihre Köpfe ab, während ich mich dem Altar nähere? Als ich mein Gelübde ablege, schaue ich sehnsüchtig in Niks Augen. Aber anstatt meinen Blick zu erwidern, ist seiner so kalt, als könne er es nicht erwarten, dass dieser Tag zu Ende geht. Und plötzlich habe ich das schreckliche Gefühl, dass ich meinen Verlobten überhaupt nicht kenne. Doch er kennt mich auch nicht. Und wenn er herausfindet, wer ich wirklich bin, wird es schon viel zu spät sein. An diesem Hochzeitstag kann es nur für eine Person ein Happy End geben, und ich bin fest entschlossen, dass ich das sein werde ... Was Leser: innen über Der Tag der Hochzeit sagen: Woooow, dieses Buch war unglaublich ... So viele Twists ganz bis zum letzten Umblättern der Seite. Ein Psychothriller vom Feinsten. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unglaublich. Ich war überwältigt von all den Geheimnissen und Twists, die einfach nicht aufgehört haben ... Ich habe die Seiten so schnell durchgeblättert, wie ich konnte. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ich war schockiert und sprachlos. Das Ende war fabelhaft und eine solche Achterbahnfahrt der Gefühle ... Spektakulär. Goodread Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastisch ... Eine so fesselnde Geschichte -- völlig unvorhersehbar und absolut unmöglich, sie aus der Hand zu legen. Ich habe jede Sekunde genossen! Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Deshalb liebe ich Sue Watson, denn ich wusste nie, wem ich trauen oder glauben konnte! Ich dachte, ich hätte alles durchschaut, nur um dann von einem weiteren Twist überrumpelt zu werden. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein großartiger, wendungsreicher Thriller mit einem schockierenden Ende! Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein atemberaubender Thriller, der mich gefesselt hat. NetGalley Rezensentin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dieser Roman ist zum Sterben gut! ... Unglaublich unterhaltsam und spannend! Stamperlady50, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Every family has secrets. Would you kill to keep yours? It's midnight in the hospital when Jude's phone rings, interrupting her precious fifteen-minute break. When she sees it's her seventy-year-old mother, Margaret, she braces herself for the usual complaints. But her blood runs cold at four words that will change everything... 'Something terrible has happened.' Margaret has been accused of an unspeakable crime committed twenty years ago. She insists she's not guilty, and begs Jude to help her prove it. But as Jude is drawn into the dark secrets of her family's past, she starts to question whether her mother is really as innocent as she claims to be. Soon, Jude realises what happened twenty years ago is more entangled with her own life than she could ever have imagined. And as she stands face-to-face with her mother's accuser, she knows the cost of protecting her family will be someone else's life... From bestselling author Lucy Dawson comes an insanely compelling page-turner perfect for anyone who tore through The Family Upstairs and Gone Girl. Readers love Lucy Dawson: 'I am now sitting here gasping for breath... completely addictive and unputdownable... one of the psychological thrillers of the year... definitely a must read' Rachel's Random Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'OMG, what a fantastic read! This book totally gripped me from the first page and left me an emotional wreck.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Omg this book was soooo good. I couldn't put it down... Definitely a five star read... such a shocking twist... fantastic.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow... what a book!... grabs you from the very beginning and doesn't let you go until the very last page... more twists and turns than a rollercoaster... An absolutely fabulous, nail-biting thriller!!' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Literally blew my mind!... left me breathless... tore out my heartstrings and stomped on them! It's one I will be thinking about for a long time. A must-read!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Raya bends over a delicate glove in her beloved shop in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower. It's the only place she still feels safe. When the Nazis snatched control of Paris, Raya knew she had to fight to protect the few things she had left. And so far, her support of the resistance has gone undetected. But now, the door bangs open and three German soldiers lunge towards her. Raya's blood turns to ice. Hauled onto the cobbled street, she struggles against their rough hands as they accuse her of organizing meetings in the tunnels below her shop. Raya can think only of her baby daughter Amalia, hidden beneath the shop's front desk. She has a heart-wrenching choice to make. Reveal Amalia's existence and risk her life, or leave her behind and pray someone protects her. It's the hardest decision she's ever faced... Transported to Ravensbruck concentration camp, every day is a desperate battle for survival. The only thing that keeps Raya going is the thought of being reunited with her blue-eyed, innocent baby girl. But did someone with a kind soul uncover Amalia's hiding place and keep her safe? And in the darkest of places, is the power of a mother's love enough to keep Raya alive until she can see her daughter again?"--
Tuscany, 1944. As Cara runs into the grand entrance hall of the Villa Rosa, she flies to a stop. There is a gun pointing straight at her head, a Nazi staring down at her from the steps above. But even as her heart thumps so loudly she is sure it will jump out of her chest, she keeps smiling, desperately hoping that he won't spot the precious diary she has hidden under her shirt. Because if he does, it's not just her life at stake... Years later, American chef Annie arrives in the tiny village in Tuscany. She is utterly heartbroken by her beloved father's death, and his earth-shattering revelation that she was adopted. Why did he never tell her the truth? She clutches his last gift-two ancient brass keys-and directions to the stunning Villa Rosa. As she climbs through the steeply ascending hill gardens covered in fruit trees, she wonders if the peach-coloured walls of the magnificent house are hiding the answers her father couldn't bear to tell her. Annie quickly falls in love with the crumbling villa, and with handsome gardener, Luca, whose eyes sparkle as bright as the Tuscan sun. Searching for any clues about her past, they discover a musty diary from 1944 hidden away in the basement of an old bookstore, written by Cara Cartazzo, the wartime secretary at the villa. Back inside the Villa Rosa's haunting main bedroom, Annie can barely breathe as she opens the first, yellowing page... Her heart begins to race when she finds an entry about a baby, born in the villa at the end of the war. But Annie is devastated when she sees that crucial pages have been torn out. Annie and Luca try to discover more from the villagers, but no one dares speak about the Villa Rosa's past. What happened there all those years ago? What did Cara have to hide? Annie is certain the key to her past lies with finding the missing child - but when she discovers the truth, will she be strong enough to face who she really is at last? An utterly gripping, sweeping page-turner that will transport you to the olive groves of Tuscany. With a truly heartbreaking family secret from World War Two at its heart, fans of Kathryn Hughes, Fiona Valpy and Victoria Hislop will be enchanted. What readers are saying about Ella Carey: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Ripped my heart right out of my chest and made me cry so much... My heart ached... Incredible." The Book Lover's Boudoir ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐️ "Wonderful! Wonderful!!!! I absolutely fell in love with this book!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer "Wow, wow, wow, wow!!!! I read this book in less than twenty-four hours. It was so gripping, it had me hooked and unable to put it down until I finished the last shocking page!... I was flipping the pages so fast to see what would happen!" @DianeLikesToRead ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Heart-breaking, heart pounding and heartwarming... Tears fell... JUST WOW!... An amazing twist that I never anticipated or saw coming... Beautiful... I was pulled in from the first chapter." Celebrating Authors ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Ohhhhh this book... I love this book... I was crying like a baby. That darn plot twist. I WASN'T READY OKAY?" Goodreads reviewer
"Auschwitz, 1943: I stroke my beautiful baby's hair. It's a miracle it's blonde because it will keep her alive, it will keep her safe. Soon they will come and take Pippa out of Auschwitz-Birkenau - and out of my arms. But while there's life, there's hope I might find my daughter again... An incredible story of one woman's courage and determination to reunite her family in the aftermath of surviving Auschwitz. 1945, Ester Pasternak walked out of the gates of Auschwitz barely alive. She survived against devastating odds, but her heartbreaking journey is only just beginning. In the camp, Ester gave birth to a tiny fair-haired infant, only for her precious baby to be snatched from her and taken to a German family. Now the war is over, Ester longs to find her little girl. But Europe is in chaos, Jewish families have been torn apart and everyone is desperately searching for their loved ones. In every orphanage and hospital she visits, Ester searches the faces of tear-stained toddlers; each mop of blonde hair and pair of blue eyes she sees sets her heart racing... But as the months and the years tick by, the possibility of finding her daughter shrinks smaller and smaller. And Ester starts to wonder if little Pippa is even safe, or whether the miracle that saved her has now put her in even more danger? Will Ester ever be able to find the child whose tattoo matches her own? Or is she already too late..."
I couldn't bring her home. I'll risk my life to find out why...Paris 1945. I sent nineteen-year-old Phyllis, my youngest recruit, into a city crawling with enemy soldiers. And this beautiful house on a tree-lined street, the headquarters of cold-hearted German soldiers, was the last place she was seen. I trail my fingers along the gilded furniture and see the light dance off the glittering chandeliers. On the top floor, I find the dates inscribed by beaten prisoners, and I know my girl was shown no mercy.I am desperate to find the girl I sent into danger, the girl I told to lie to her family about where she was going. She was excited to be doing her bit, hiding in plain sight in a city thronged with enemy troops. But she was young and naïve, and it was my job to make her understand the peril she would face. Is it my fault she is missing?As I search for the answers her family are begging for, I learn that the girl I swore to protect was moved around in secret. The trail takes me through France to the German countryside, to emptied labour camps and places of ghosts and hopelessness. When I find a message scratched on a food tin in a damp cell, I know I am getting closer to Phyllis at last.But there are some who want the secrets of the war to be left in the past. Someone is sending me threatening letters. And in finding answers about the girl who haunts my dreams, will I be putting myself into terrible danger?A heartbreaking, and completely unputdownable World War Two page-turner about the extraordinary bravery of women in the war. Fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and The Midwife of Auschwitz will be utterly glued to this unforgettable novel.What everyone is saying about The Girl Who Never Came Back: 'A thrilling, exciting page-turning book... Fantastic book and probably one of my favorites and the ending will blow your mind! I loved it all.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Brilliantly written, expertly researched, a real page-turner!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Historical fiction at its best.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A 100% buy-today-read-tonight delight. History comes alive in this brilliant, highly-imaginative, and vivid novel. Immersive and revelatory and a pleasure to read!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐What everyone is saying about Suzanne Goldring: 'I just couldn't put this one down. I loved every page, and I went through an entire box of tissues before I was done. You will keep turning the pages until the very end because you just won't be able to put it down at all.' Crossroad Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Holding the faded postcard in her trembling hands, Mia begins to read the one story her grandmother could never tell her, revealing a secret that will change her own life forever...When her beloved grandmother, Ilse, is taken into hospital, Mia drops everything to travel to Germany and care for the woman who raised her. But when her grandmother briefly wakes up and asks for a man called Szymon, Mia is confused. Who is he? And why does her grandmother need to see him so desperately? Later that night, Mia returns to her grandmother's apartment to search for clues. She soon discovers a small parcel hidden inside one of Ilse's suitcases. When she removes the wrapping, she finds a stack of faded postcards neatly bound together, signed with a name that makes her heart stop in her chest: Szymon. Desperate to find Szymon before it is too late, Mia unearths a story her grandmother never told her: of childhood friendship and heartbreaking young love on the eve of the Second World War, and of a plan to rescue a young man imprisoned by the Nazis. Mia can't quite believe her grandmother was so brave, and risked so much to save this man's life... But did she succeed? As the final pieces of the past come together, Mia realizes that she is about to find out what really happened to her grandmother during the war. But she doesn't expect to uncover a secret that will change everything... Based on a true story, this page-turning and emotional wartime novel follows one woman's brave decision to save the man she loves from the Nazis. An unputdownable and moving story about courage in the face of unimaginable odds, perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and The Alice Network.Praise for Carly Schabowski: 'Beautiful and heartbreaking... pulls at the heartstrings... breathtaking in its beauty... Nothing I can say in my review can possibly do the justice this book deserves. I can only say to grab yourself a copy and experience it for yourself. A definite 5 star read.' Confessions of a Bookaholic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh my gosh I don't know where to start, this book broke me... it will stay with me for a very long time... heartbreaking, poignant, gripping and compelling, I felt every emotion... I read this book in one sitting.' Fiction Vixen Reads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow!! Just wow!!...This book is brilliant! More than brilliant, amazing!!!... Absolutely gripping, addictive and captivating... I was absolutely hooked from the first page to the last.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Phenomenal... it is truly a must-read. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end, it is an amazing, unputdownable must-read. I wish I could give it more than five stars.' PageTurners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A happy family. A picture-perfect street. A secret someone would kill for. My husband James and I love living on Smith Street, with its neat houses and friendly family barbecues. Our daughter Scarlett grew up playing outside with the other local kids - it's somewhere nothing bad could ever happen. Or so I thought... Because when I wake terrified, head pounding, in a cramped windowless room, I realise I was entirely wrong. As my eyes adjust to the dark, I see creased pictures of missing local people I vaguely recognise from the news covering the walls. Then my skin turns ice-cold when I notice the newest pictures are of me, of James, of Scarlett... A terrified sob catches in my throat. It seems there's been a killer hiding in our neighbourhood for years. And I'm their next victim. I stare at the photos in horror. Because if they've got me, they could also have James or, worst of all, my precious daughter Scarlett... In that moment, I know I'll do anything, everything, to save my family. Especially because, deep down, I know this is all my fault... A completely compelling and page-turning psychological thriller perfect for fans of My Lovely Wife, The Serial Killer's Wife and The Housemaid. Readers love The Family on Smith Street: 'OMG! What a belter of a premise! One perfectly executed and twists and turns I really didn't see coming... A fast-paced conundrum of a read with a cracking ending. I can't recommend this highly enough. Wow - just wow!' @nickisbookblog ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderfully... crazy twists and turns. I was glued to my phone for two days. Read it.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A captivating read you won't be able to put down (take it from me, I binged the whole thing in one sitting). I toyed with a handful of theories while reading and I loved how Carpenter kept me guessing!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a belter of a read... kept me reading late into the night...' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Prepare a day or two for an indulging binge... a captivating psychological thriller that is hard to put down... This gripping thriller kept me on the edge of my seat... This is one book that literally kept me guessing up until the very end. Fantastic read!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Fantastic... captivating... had me hooked from start to finish... a gripping thriller with a jaw dropping ending. I highly recommend this to everyone who loves a gripping thriller with plenty of twists and turns.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gripping thriller featuring family ties, old friends, hidden secrets, and revenge... truly entertaining... The perfect read for any thriller fans...' Goodreads reviewer 'Gripping and suspenseful... will keep readers on the edge of their seats... chilling... shocking... a compelling and haunting read.' @readwithmills
Europe, 1945: I clutch my perfect auburn-haired-baby to my chest, desperate for her to take her first breath. She has to see the world outside the walls of this concentration camp and breath freedom instead of death, she has to live... Inspired by true events, this powerful World War Two novel tells the incredible and inspirational tale of two ordinary people who risk everything to achieve the impossible: bringing new life into a death camp. As Lore is pushed through the towering gates of Mauthausen concentration camp, she holds little hope of ever leaving. After being caught using her position as a typist for the SS to try and save her Jewish friends, she is now considered an enemy of the state. Lore knows that for those who commit treason, death is usually the only way out. But soon, when Lore meets political prisoner Wolf, his burning desire for freedom and unshakable faith in justice ignites a flicker of hope deep inside her heart. Together, they commit the ultimate act of resistance against the brutal SS by falling desperately in love. And when Lore falls pregnant, they know they have to not only fight to survive, but plan to escape. After secretly giving birth in her barracks, Lore's heart shatters as she hands her miracle baby over to Wolf, knowing she is too weak to join them. Through tears and whispered promises to meet again, Wolf steps back into the darkness, and Lore is left questioning if any of them will survive, and if they do, will they ever find each another again? Fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Choice will be incredibly gripped by this tearjerking page-turner. This unforgettable World War Two novel shows that even in darkness, love can sometimes find a way. Readers love Ellie Midwood: 'Wow!!!... Definitely not going to leave my head anytime soon... Devastatingly heartbreaking... Absolutely rammed with emotions... A heart-wrenching, absolutely beautifully devastating story.' Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Amazing... so heart-wrenching. The fact that it is a true story tears at your heartstrings, so, reading with a box of Kleenex is a must... such a phenomenal story... will continue to resonate in me for a very long time... wonderful, phenomenal must read!' PageTurners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely adored this! Incredibly moving. I had tears welling up and my heart was racing. Did not want to put it down... I felt like I was actually there.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I was brought to tears. Always have a box of tissues at the ready... I loved this... Wonderful... Grips you from page one and never lets go.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gripping... I kept telling myself, "Just one more chapter." And before I knew it, it was 6 a.m. and I was still awake... I finished the book within a few hours... Outstanding.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"I love you more than life itself. But you're not safe. If you weren't married to me, you wouldn't suffer like this, terrorized by the yellow star on my chest. I could never live with myself if something happened to you-because of me."Berlin, 1939. Edith Falkenstein once lived a fairytale life. Falling in love with Julius introduced her to a world she had only dreamed of. She wore the finest silk dresses to host parties in their historic mansion home.But those days are a distant memory. Under Nazi rule, her Jewish husband Julius has been stripped of everything. Now the couple share a cramped apartment with other destitute families, and the priceless jewels that once adorned Edith's neck have been sold to buy food on the black market.Julius was lucky to escape being imprisoned once, and Edith knows he won't be so fortunate a second time. The echo of boots marching across the city is a constant reminder of the danger they face. She begs Julius to flee the country, while they still can.But as war rages across Europe, the journey will be fraught with peril. All Julius has ever wanted was to keep Edith safe. He knows there is only one way to truly protect the woman who stole his heart all those years ago-even if it means breaking hers.Time is running out and Edith must decide: let Julius go or follow her heart and her husband into the danger that lies ahead...An absolutely gripping, heartrending story of the lengths we go to for love, that fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and My Name is Eva will adore.Readers are loving the German Wives series: "Wow what a whirlwind of a story. I was so enamoured with this wonderful book... completely unputdownable... I completely lost track of time as I was pulled into this story, flipping through the pages at such a rapid speed, that I couldn't stop... My heartbeat was faster and faster as my breath stopped completely... phenomenal... a wonderful story of courage, hope and faith during one of the darkest times in history... highly recommend it!!" Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"It was impossible not to get drawn into this story... So compelling, moving, despairing and heart-breaking, yet the flicker of hope never went out." Just 4 My Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"This book definitely has all the feels... a gripping adventure that will keep you up late at night. I can't wait for the next book to come out!" @diane.likes.to.read, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Three cheers for the author... I opened this book and I was lost straight away, brilliant story, perfectly paced. I just love this author. 5 stars, of course." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"The ending left me wanting to know about the fate of the characters I had gotten to know so well... Truly a heart-wrenching, powerful and insightful story that I highly recommend." @shortbookthyme, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Heartbreaking and realistic... I look forward to reading more in this series to see what these brave women do next." Vegan Book Blogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
1941, Germany: There's a man in uniform outside my door. They've come for her. My beautiful little girl is wrenched from our home and there's nothing I can do to stop it. But I vow to find Clara... no matter what it takes. Minki Sommer strokes the blonde curls away from her daughter's face and her heart swells. Clara is the most precious thing to her and each day she whispers a promise to keep her safe... Before the war began, Minki had everything - an attentive husband, three adorable children, and a successful career as journalist. But all that changed in an instant. Her sweet Clara, with her blue eyes and porcelain features, started having fits. Since then, Minki hasn't been able to sleep properly because she knows children with illnesses like Clara's are being stolen away in the night. Her husband's connections high up in the Nazi Party make the situation even more dangerous. Minki tries to escape the city with her children, but finds she is unable to leave. And then the moment she's feared arrives: her husband has betrayed her. Minki is devastated as her darling girl is ripped from her arms. But she vows she will use every last breath in her body to find her missing child, no matter how dangerous it is to cross a country at war... Inspired by true stories, this is a heart-wrenching and unputdownable novel about a mother's fight for the survival of her child in World War Two Germany. Fans of Orphan Train, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and My Name is Eva will be utterly gripped by this beautiful, tragic historical novel. What readers are saying about The German Mother: 'Heart-wrenching and unputdownable novel about mothers fighting for the survival of their children in the depths of World War Two... A show stopper - one I would give to my friends. I would buy multiple copies of this book for people! Moving and heartbreaking in places, I was glued to my kindle reading this one!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'My top read of the year... amazing story of friendship and a mother's love will leave you speechless... A must-read that will stay with you and leave you wanting more. The courage of these amazing women will inspire all... Heart-gripping story.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Historical fiction at its best. Wow, sensational, what a book, heart-wrenching... Fantastic read, just could not put the book down.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Tears were streaming down my face. Heart-wrenching... Beautiful, tragic, and ultimately hopeful.' Kelly Lacey, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
England, 1940. Opening the box with trembling hands, she couldn't believe it - a tiny baby lay inside. She gently lifted the newborn as it started to cry. Cradling the little one to her chest, she searched the darkness for any sign of whoever left it here. And as she rocked the child, something fluttered to the ground... a ration book. Nurse Annie Russell anxiously listens to the terrifying sounds of planes and gunfire overhead, worried about what the morning will bring for the patients in her care. The boys from the local airfield fly up in the skies each night, risking their lives to protect the people of Bramble Heath village, but they can't stop every bombshell. Until a knock at the door makes her jump. Awaiting Annie on the doorstep is a hatbox. Peeking under the lid, she gasps - inside is a whimpering newborn, round cheeks glistening with tears. The poor little thing may be all alone, but someone must truly love the baby... Tucked into a hand-knitted blanket, there's a precious ration book, vital for food supplies in these darkest of days. Her heart breaking, Annie does everything she can to care for her tiny charge. But, without a ration book, she knows that the frightened young mother could also be in dire need of help too. Then social services bring devastating news. If Annie can't find the helpless child's family soon, the authorities will have to take the little one away. As the Nazi threat grows, more and more of the brave pilots at the local airbase don't come home. Is one of the fallen the child's father? And with her only clue leading nowhere, can Annie find the answers she needs, and reunite the innocent baby with its parents before it is too late? A totally unputdownable and emotional historical novel that will have you reading late into the night. Perfect for fans of Diney Costeloe, Martha Hall Kelly and Before We Were Yours. What readers are saying about Ellie Curzon: 'Must-read... Wow and wow... The twist and turns in the story will come as a surprise and keep you hooked... Loved it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
"If I go back to Paris, it would be my third time there as an undercover agent..." Kitty murmured. "I ask myself, how many chances does one person get?" Paris, 1941. When Kitty is asked to return to Paris as an undercover agent, she knows the mission is her most dangerous yet. But she has been fighting the Nazis for too long to stop now. And her role within the Resistance has already cost her friends, family and now - almost - her own marriage. Because while she and Edgar are more in love than ever, his role as an undercover Nazi means it is safer if they are no longer married. And while signing the divorce papers is a formality that breaks her heart, Kitty knows that she and Edgar will find a way to be together when the war is finally over... More determined than ever to undermine the Nazi regime, Kitty has nothing left to lose. From secretly supplying Prisoner of War camps with essential items, to moving refugees across borders to safety, she will stop at nothing to play her part in bringing the war to a close, even if it means risking her own life. But when Edgar goes missing, Kitty's world stops. As she begins a desperate search for her beloved husband, she hears from her contacts that he has been killed. But Kitty feels strongly in her heart that, somewhere out there, Edgar is still alive. And she knows she must risk everything to rescue the man she loves, no matter what... An absolutely gripping, heartbreaking and powerful story about courage, love and bravery in the midst of World War 2. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale, My Name is Eva and All the Light We Cannot See. Praise for The Diplomat's Wife series: "Fantastic... Wonderful... Superb... I did not want to put this story down. When my e-reader battery wore down I stood by the charger and read." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Outstanding... I was hooked by this book and couldn't put it down... Incredible... Brilliant... Oh my goodness... I loved this book." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A truly unputdownable book! The story kept getting better and better... You will have a hard time putting this book down." @kayy_lambert ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "INCREDIBLE!!!... Not to be missed. I cannot wait for the next in this series." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This book is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat right up till the end." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Germany, 1938. 'No, ' she cries out as she falls to the floor, fear clutching desperately at her chest, 'They can't have taken him, they can't have taken my husband.' As her tear-filled eyes dart wildly around the empty room, she realises she has no one to turn to. She is his only hope. But how can she possibly save him?When shy, beautiful Edith first met Jewish-born Julius it was love at first sight. Julius swept her off her feet, whisking her from humble beginnings into the sparkling society and glittering ballrooms of Berlin's powerful elite. It felt like all her dreams had come true.But her perfect world begins to crack with rumblings of the Nazi party growing in power and influence. Every day there are new laws to strip Jews of their money and their freedom. And there are even more frightening rumours, of horrifying camps, and people disappearing in the night...Then when Edith's own brother Joseph enlists as an SS officer, and her whole family turn their backs on them, she knows that it is only a matter of time before they come for her husband. She pleads with Julius that their only chance is to run away and start again. Who cares about worldly possessions if they can still be together, their lives intact? But despite everything, he refuses to believe he is in danger.Then one terrible night, the sounds of cries and breaking glass ring out across the city as the Nazis wreak their destruction. Edith's worst fears have been realised-Julius has been taken.For so long, Edith has led a sheltered life, secluded from the real world. But the only way to save her beloved husband is to defy the Nazis and put herself in grave danger. Can she draw on every bit of strength she has to fight for love and save him... or is she already too late?A totally devastating, powerful, and ultimately uplifting story, perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, My Name is Eva and Sold on a Monday. Readers are loving The Berlin Wife: "Wow what a whirlwind of a story. I was so enamoured with this wonderful book... completely unputdownable... I completely lost track of time as I was pulled into this story, flipping through the pages at such a rapid speed, that I couldn't stop... My heartbeat was faster and faster as my breath stopped completely... phenomenal... a wonderful story of courage, hope and faith during one of the darkest times in history... highly recommend it!!" Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐This book was previously published with the title The First Spark of Fire.
'I will never forgive you! You had a choice. You could have listened to your mother, your brother, your father, but you chose to listen to those monsters. And that choice remains with you. Forever.'Berlin, 1933. Leah and Magda have been inseparable for as long as they can remember, and one beautiful summer's day in their courtyard, they vow nothing will ever come between their friendship. But Leah could never have predicted the darkness looming just around the corner...As Hitler comes to power and the Nazi Party gain even more influence, Magda proudly tells Leah she has decided to join the Hitler Youth. Leah's blood runs cold before she begs Magda to change her mind - because Leah is Jewish. Magda refuses, and heartbroken Leah knows this will not only destroy their friendship, but put her life in mortal danger. Suddenly, the only light in her life is Magda's brother Markus, who is furious at his sister and vows to do everything he can to keep Leah safe.As Magda becomes more entrenched in the Nazi Party, Leah's life starts to shatter as the Gestapo raid her home, sending her beloved brother Aaron to a concentration camp. Devastated, Leah and her parents are forced to flee and hide. Desperate to save Leah, Markus decides the only way he can help stop the Nazis and his sister is to infiltrate the party as an undercover resistance fighter. But will Magda see through his lie, and how far will she go to prove her loyalty to her Führer?A powerful and heartbreaking novel about love, family, betrayal and sacrifice perfect for fans of The Alice Network, The White Rose Network, The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Nightingale.Readers love The Children of Berlin: 'I couldn't put it down and finished it in a day... What an absolute cracker of a book!!!... Sucked me straight in... absolutely addictive page turner... absolutely absorbed me... compelling, page-turning... will keep you up late at night.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't put this book aside. I read it holding my breath, I cried, I hated, I loved, I understood... I think I have gone through every emotion there is... swept me away and even writing this review I'm overwhelmed with emotions. If I could I would give it 10 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Touched my heart... wonderful... one that will stay with me!... Held my attention right to the end. The book took me through quite few emotions... heart-wrenching at times but so well done.' Donna's Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Poland, 1939: As I stare into the German pilot's frightened eyes, I realise I have no choice but to help him. And in that moment, I know that this young man, and this decision, will change my life forever... When a German pilot crashes over my parents' farmland, at first I am terrified. Who is this man? And should I help him, or have him arrested? But when I look into his eyes for the first time, I feel in my heart that I must do everything I can to save this stranger's life. As I begin to secretly nurse his injuries, he tells me his name is Max. And as we share whispered candlelit conversations, he admits that he didn't crash his plane, but parachuted over Poland to defect from the Nazis. And as he slowly tells me his story, I realise I am falling in love with this man - with his bravery, and his determination to do what is right, no matter the cost. But when the Nazis arrive, the small world we have built together is shattered in an instant. And when the Germans arrest me and my twin siblings, dragging us to a camp in the dead of night, I know that our only chance of survival, our only hope, is to be rescued. As I sit in my cell, I think of what Max told me. He held my hand and promised me that if we were arrested, he would go undercover as a German soldier and save us. But will the guards believe his story? And, even if they do, will he make it to us before it is too late?"--Back cover.
"When war broke out, Julia's father, a high-ranking Polish Officer, took her from Warsaw to keep her safe. Now her father is missing in action, Julia has returned home to find him and fight for the resistance-but the city is more dangerous than she ever thought it could be. When she is trapped in the ghetto, Nazis shoving people into the streets all around her, Julia can only watch in horror as her dearest friend is dragged away. It seems she is about to suffer the same awful fate, until her childhood sweetheart, Nikolaj, appears in enemy uniform and stops the guards with one word. Surely the boy Julia remembers would never side with the Germans? In the safety of his private room, he explains he is a resistance spy within the ranks of Nazi officers. But the longer he keeps her in the barracks, surrounded by his soldiers, the more Julia grows uneasy about the man she once knew... Half-Jewish and with her father a wanted man, how safe can she be behind enemy lines? And, not knowing who to trust, will she ever be able to reunite with her captured friend, and her beloved father-or will the war tear them apart forever?"--
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