Historical Fiction Books

Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW instalment in Sheila Riley's emotional Beamer Street series.Set against the backdrop of The General Strike difficult lines have to be crossedLiverpool May 1926Peggy and Dar Tenant's dream for security and respectability has been their driving force since they married. Just as they prepare to buy their own home, tragedy strikes, when Dar is involved in a devastated accident at the docks and Peggy's world crashes around her. With Dar seriously ill in hospital Peggy's reduced to scrimping and saving to keep a roof over her family's head having to revisit the hardships of her youth that she dearly wanted to escape from. As summer days turn to winter the overwhelming struggle begins to take its toll and Peggy is forced to swallow her pride, as the good people of Beamer Street come to her rescue. She also seeks help from her formidable sister, Violet, little knowing that Violet holds a dark secret that has cast a shadow over Peggy's whole life. Love, lies and recriminations will be uncovered as Peggy tries to pick up the pieces of her shattered life, and finally reconcile the shadows of her past?The next thrilling instalment in Sheila Riley's Beamer Street series. Perfect for fans of Chrissie Walsh, Katie Flynn and Dilly Court. If you love Sheila's Beamer Street series, you'll love Reckoners Row and the Dockside Saga seriesPraise for Sheila Riley:'Couldn't put it down. A fantastic read, not your ordinary story. Great characters and a feel good storyline. Looking forward to the next book' - Reader Review'What a great read from this amazing author You don't want to put this book down thouroly enjoyed it from start to finish' - Reader Review'What a great read. Truly absorbed from beginning to end!' - Reader Review'Loved how the characters were brought to life felt I was sitting having a cup of tea with them. Great page turner' - Reader ReviewAmazingly good read. I can't put the book down, happy story with good people. This Lady Sheila Riley will go far ,such an awesome story teller. I hope you all enjoy her work as much as I do , amazing.' - Reader ReviewA powerful and totally absorbing family saga that is not to be missed. I turned the pages almost faster than I could read.' - Carol RiversA fabulous story of twists and turns - a totally unputdownable, page turner that had me cheering on the characters. I loved it!' - Rosie HendryA thoroughly enjoyable, powerful novel' - Lyn AndrewsAn enchanting, warm and deeply touching story' Cathy SharpThis author knows the Liverpool she writes about; masterly storytelling from a true Mersey Mistress.' Lizzie Lane

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Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW instalment in Lizzie Lane's bestselling Coronation Close series.As the war rages, the women must keep the home fires burningBristol 1941Coronation Close survives the brutal Bristol Blitz but with rationing, call up papers and new rules and regulations everyone's lives are changed forever. Resident do-gooder PC Percy Routledge's obsession with rules being upheld finds him spying and reporting fellow neighbours on the slightest infraction whilst his poor brow-beaten wife, Margaret can only watch on in shameful silence. It's whispered that one day he'll get his comeuppanceTimes are hard for everyone and Thelma Dawson certainly has her fair share of upset. Devastating news arrives that her son Charlie's ship has been torpedoed and sank in the Atlantic, his whereabout unknown. Will he ever return to his wife and their unborn child? Meanwhile, seventeen years old daughter Mary has had her head turned by a certain overseas soldier. But where will temptation lead them?Tough times, it seems, are here to stay and the women of Coronation Close all have their own battles and problems to overcome. As friendships are nurtured and relationships are tested, tragedy strikes and some home truths need to be faced. Perfect for the fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella Miller and Kitty NealeIf you love Coronation Close, you'll love Lizzie's other series - try The Tobacco Girls and The Orchard Cottage HospitalPraise for Lizzie Lane:'Couldn't put this down. Very enjoyable read can't wait till the next book in the series love this author always enjoy her books get very enthralled with them' - Reader Review'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' - Rosie Goodwin'Great book. So easy to pick up but difficult to put down' - Reader Review'Another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans' - Jean Fullerton'Packed with vivid historical detail which brings this book to life. I will be first in the queue for the next instalment.' - Fenella J Miller'It was fabulous. I got so taken up with the families and I just felt I could see the houses they lived in and the streets where they grew up.' - Reader Review'Brilliant read. Addicted to this author, story based in Bristol & is compulsive reading especially if you are Bristol born. Love the characters & plot' - Reader Review'Great read. A story of hardship, poverty, friendship and loyalty. A family living in slums not knowing where their next meal was coming from.' - Reader Review' I love the families of Coronation Close. A great series of a time where neighbours were like family, times were so different' - Reader Review'Excellent. Another excellent book in the series. Love to read how all the people on the street are doing. Looking forward to the next book' - Reader Review

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Book SynopsisThe BRAND NEW historical novel from Lynette Rees - a boy down on his luck finding his way in a cruel Victorian world...He made a vow, but will he be able to keep it?Ever since Jimmy was a boy, he's known two things: the rough streets of Merthyr Tydfil and that one day he would marry Enid Hardcastle. But when Enid disappears without a word, his life takes a different turn. Determined to make something of himself, Jimmy pours his heart into his job at Mr Baxter's workshop, dreaming of the future he and Enid might one day share. Yet, just as his hard work begins to pay off, a man arrives claiming to be Mr Baxter's illegitimate son, threatening Jimmy's chance of inheriting the business he was promised. With Enid gone and his future uncertain, Jimmy must rely on his wits and instincts honed from his childhood on the streets. But can he trust this newcomer? And will his dream of reuniting with Enid ever come true?A heartwarming and gripping historical saga, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and AnneMarie Brear. 'A Victorian saga that will definitely appeal to fans of Rosie Goodwin' Lizzie Lane'...flows from the heart, and is rich in period detail. Another fabulously enjoyable read from Lynette Rees, I loved it.' Sheila Riley'A gripping historical saga well worth reading!' AnneMarie Brear'...a gripping tale of love prevailing despite hardship. Lynette Rees has done it again! Brilliant!' Mary Wood

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Book SynopsisA BRAND NEW historical saga from Fenella J Miller full of courage and bravery. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane and Rosie Clarke!London July 1939Elizabeth Roby lives a content and privileged life in London with husband Jonathon and children, Emily and George. But with the outbreak of war, everything changes. Jonathon informs his family that they have to move from their smart London home to the riverside town of Wivenhoe and their new home Harbour House, where Jonathon will do his duty for his country as part of the Admiralty at the shipyards. But Elizabeth is devastated. How will she start a new life in a place she hardly knows, surrounded by strangers? And how will her children cope allowed to run wild in the countryside with urchins? Elizabeth is sure it will be a disaster!But with the threat of German bombs hanging over London, she knows they must follow Jonathan and start a new life. Even if it means disaster for them as family. Will the Roby family survive this turmoil? Or will Harbour House provide them with a second chance to start again?A gripping and authentic tale of courage, duty and bravery!Praise for Fenella J Miller:'Yet again, Fenella Miller has thrilled me with another of her historical stories. She brings alive a variety of emotions and weaves in facts relating to the era, all of which keep me reading into the small hours.' Glynis Peters'Curl up in a chair with Fenella J Miller's characters and lose yourself in another time and another place.' Lizzie Lane'Engaging characters and setting which whisks you back to the home front of wartime Britain. A fabulous series!' Jean Fullerton'Loved every word of this book. Fenella is a great author and leaves her books with you wanting more. I can't wait to read the next one.' 5 star Reader Review!

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