Historical Fiction Books

Book SynopsisThe heroic story of Arimnestos of Plataea continues - a thrilling historical adventure set amid the epic struggle between Greece and Persia - perfect for fans of the blockbusting film 300.Slave, pirate, husband and lover: Arimnestos of Plataea has been many things in the course of his life. But men remember him best as one of the heroes of the Battle of Marathon, the epic victory that prevented all of Greece from falling under the Persian yoke. But now there is a new Great King on the throne, determined to succeed where his father failed. As rumours abound of a vast Persian invasion, an embassy is sent to forestall the threat. Arimnestos is chosen to escort them - an honour he can hardly refuse. But as the storm clouds of war gather and factions on both sides begin to weave their treacherous plots, Arimnestos'' journey begins to look more and more like a suicide mission.Trade ReviewWithout doubt, Christian Cameron is one of the finest writers of historical fiction in the world. He stands head and shoulders above the vast majority of his contemporaries, and I stand in awe of him and his writing -- Ben Kane

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Book Synopsis480 BC. Arimnestos of Plataea has already lived through several lifetimes'' worth of adventure, from being a rich man''s slave in Ephesus to winning glory at the battle of Marathon against the might of the Persian Empire. But the gods - and the Persians - aren''t finished with him yet. As an experienced sea captain - his enemies might say pirate - he has a part to play in the final epic confrontation of the Long War between the Greeks and Persians, the Battle of Salamis. It is a battle where many debts of blood will be repaid, ancient grudges settled, fame won and treachery exposed, where the Greeks must finally bury their differences and fight as one - for against them Xerxes, the Great King, has assembled the greatest fleet the world has ever known, his sworn purpose to brutally extinguish the flame of freedom and make every Greek his slave.Trade ReviewCameron's ability to conjure up what Homer called "the battle haze" might make the ancient bard proud - GLOBE AND MAIL[A] great page-turner - ANCIENT WARFAREThe minutiae of military logistics, the mediations in inter-tribe rivalries, and the casual contemporary scene-setting prove unexpectedly engrossing ... a sword-slash above the rest of its ilk - IRISH EXAMINERThe battles ... are described with enormous verve and power. The ruthless intrigue and politicking that dominate his court are also brilliantly evoked. And, as fate and his own insatiable desire for conquest and glory drive Alexander towards death in Babylon at the age of 32, a genuine sense of an extraordinary personality emerges - SUNDAY TIMES on God of WarA sweeping, deeply moving epic that takes the reader into the heart of a different time and culture - HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEW

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Book SynopsisArimnestos of Plataea was one of the heroes of the Battle of Marathon, in which the heroic Greeks halted the invading Persians in their tracks, and fought in the equally celebrated naval battle at Salamis.But even these stunning victories only served to buy the Greeks time, as the Persians gathered a new army, returning with overwhelming force to strike the final killing blow.For the Greeks, divided and outnumbered, there was only one possible strategy: attack. And so, in the blazing summer of 479 BC, Arimnestos took up his spear one final time at the Battle of Plataea.Trade ReviewIt is one of the best series i have read and should not be missed, it transcends genre because i truly believe there is something for everyone in this series. -- Parmenion Books * Parmenion Books *

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Book SynopsisThere's nowhere quite like Burracombe - a village full of warmth and intrigue...Trade ReviewLilian Harry takes her readers on another wonderful journey... * WESTERN DAILY PRESS *For fans of Lilian Harry, this latest book does not disappoint. * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *

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Book SynopsisCome home to Burracombe - the village where life is full of surprises...

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Book SynopsisA heart-warming visit to the village of Burracombe where, whatever life might throw at you - strangers, surprises, love, change - you can always rely upon your neighbours and friends.

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Book SynopsisThrough the hard times and the good, true friends stand side by side. Set in Devon, the terrific new novel in the feel-good Burracombe series.The latest book in the Burracombe series, CELEBRATIONS IN BURRACOMBE draws together many threads of life in the little Devonshire village where triumph and tragedy have always rubbed shoulders.It''s the late 1950s, and change is in the air. For the Napier family, up at the big house, the old ways are shifting. Hilary must discover if reaching out for a chance of happiness must mean breaking away from the life expected of her, while Patsy, their young housekeeper''s help, is facing motherhood without her own family around her.Down the hill from the Napiers, villagers young and old are setting out on adventures - Stella and Felix begin married life, change comes to the village school and the Tozer family continue to find surprises in their midst. Warm, poignant and heartfelt, CELEBRATIONS IN BURRACOMBE serves up anotheTrade ReviewShe writes gentle romances that have real characters and real heart and soul - EVENING TELEGRAPHA perfect nostalgia hit. 5/5 - YOURSThis wonderfully nostalgic novel will evoke strong memories for those who were around in the 1950s ... A heart-warming story ... Lilian Harry is an outstanding storyteller - MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

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Book SynopsisThe superb, bestselling novel of one family, and the devastating changes brought by the First World War.Thea Tennant, eldest daughter of a wealthy industrialist father and beautiful aristocratic mother, yearns to do more than follow the traditional path laid out for her. When her beautiful but flighty sister Dulcie brings trouble to the family, both Thea and Dulcie are sent to relatives in Austria. But with the onset of War, their lives change beyond recognition. It isn''t just the Tennants whose lives have changed: for their parlourmaid, Primmy, the War brings opportunities she is determined to take.From the Kent countryside to the suffragette movement in London and the horrors of the Western Front, THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD is an epic novel of the dreams and aspirations of a generation who found a voice above history''s most horrifying conflict.Trade ReviewA work of extraordinary fictional daring...assured...always convinces * WEEKEND TELEGRAPH *Sarah Harrison shows herself to be more than equal to the complexities of her plot, handling its developments with impeccable timing * THE TIMES *Smashing...a story which hurried you along from page to page at breakneck pace...All the ingredients of popular success * DAILY MIRROR *Full of unforgettable people, places and passions * WOMAN'S WORLD *Harrison is a writer with a gift for mixing candour [and] compassion * YOU Magazine *You'll love it * WOMAN'S OWN *A stirring tale of love, loss and loyalty * PUBLISHERS WEEKLY *First published in 1980, the first part of this multi-million selling trilogy explores the devastating effects of the First World War on one family * GOOD BOOK GUIDE *

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Book SynopsisSequel to the international bestseller, THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD, this is an epic novel set amid the turbulence of the Second World War.''This is the second in the trilogy and, like the first, I cannot put it down. Sarah Harrison is such a good writer'' Amazon reviewer, 5 starsKate Kingsley remembers little of her early childhood, other than the devastation of being torn away from everything she knew in France and sent to live as the adopted daughter of Jack and Thea in Kenya.Now 20, she leaves for a new life in London. But this is 1936 - a time of decadence, but also turmoil.Kate finds an unexpected ally in her Aunt Dulcie, whose own life is anything but straightforward. When Kate falls in love she believes she has found a soul mate. But this is just the start of a journey during which Kate confronts personal danger, faces conflicting loyalties, and must make a heart-breaking choice.''Harrison is a writer with a gift for mixi

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Book SynopsisA powerful and moving tale of family, love and loyalty from the author of the million-copy bestseller THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD and A FLOWER THAT''S FREE.''A secret from the past casts its shadow across all four generations of the family. This saga completes the Flowers Trilogy that began with million-copy bestseller THE FLOWERS OF THE FIELD followed by A FLOWER THAT''S FREE'' CANDIS MAGAZINEAll families have secrets and many are taken to the grave. But those that aren''t can return with devastating consequences...For Kate Drake, now a great-grandmother, marriage and family brought peace after years of restless uncertainty. Now, watching her own grown-up children, it seems the world is a no less complicated place. Stella, her fiercely independent daughter, and Will, her handsome, self-indulgent son, have challenges of their own to face, while her granddaughter, Evie, is bringing up a son on her own.But when a secret from the past cTrade ReviewHer highly-detailed perspicacious style, full of insight and gentle humour, was a revelation -- Wendy Holden * DAILY MAIL *A secret from the past casts its shadow across all four generations of the family. This saga completes the Flowers Trilogy that began with million-copy bestseller The Flowers of the Field followed by A Flower That's Free. * CANDIS MAGAZINE *

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Book SynopsisFrom the international bestselling author of the Outlander series, the terrific new novel featuring the ever-popular Lord John.1760. Jamie Fraser is a paroled prisoner-of-war in the remote Lake District. Close enough to the son he cannot claim as his own, his quiet existence is interrupted first by dreams of his lost wife, then by the appearance of Tobias Quinn, an erstwhile comrade from the Rising. Lord John Grey - aristocrat, soldier, sometime spy - is in possession of papers which reveal a damning case of corruption and murder against a British officer. But the documents also hint at a far more dangerous conspiracy.Soon Lord John and Jamie are unwilling companions on the road to Ireland, a country whose castles hold dreadful secrets, and where the bones of the dead are hidden, in an epic story of treachery - and scores that can only be settled in blood.

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Book SynopsisIt may be winter, but in the Devonshire village of Burracombe there is always warmth and friendship, no matter what troubles arise...

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Book SynopsisLiverpool, 1942. As the residents of Pearl Street prepare for Christmas, adversity and tragedy bring them ever closer together. A powerful new saga from the bestselling author of AFTER THE WAR IS OVER.Trade ReviewAs always, an engaging read by this popular wartime saga author. * MY WEEKLY *It's Christmas, 1942, and the residents of Pearl Street are hoping for miracles. Kitty's troubled by her married American lover, Lena is longing for a child and Eileen's injured husband is acting suspiciously. * WOMAN *

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Book SynopsisThe brand new novel from queen of the saga and No. 1 bestselling author, Maureen Lee.In times of trouble, family is all you need...Liverpool, 1950. They say you can choose your friends, but you can''t choose your family. Yet when Violet Duffy is asked to give a home to the orphaned children of a distant relative, it is precisely the choice she must face. Abby and Will have had young lives full of tragedy. Life with Violet offers love and safety. But as they grow up, their past won''t let them be. Will they choose Violet, or the lure of bigger cities and new horizons?Private passions, tough choices, lost loves and second chances pull them in different directions, but wherever life takes them, Violet''s door is always open - after all, it''s love that makes a house a home.Trade ReviewA cracking start to the story and Maureen Lee doesn't let you down with this tale of wartime sacrifice, tangled lives and love - THE LADYA tender saga of family life that explores the themes of love and forgiveness - MY WEEKLYAnother powerful saga from a fine writer - EVENING TELEGRAPH

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Book Synopsis''Brilliantly evoked'' SUNDAY TIMESDiscover the first medieval adventure in the action-packed Chivalry series! Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow and Conn Iggulden.September, 1356. Poitiers. The greatest knights of the age were ready to give battle.On the English side, Edward, the Black Prince, who''d earned his spurs at Crecy.On the French side, the King and his son, the Dauphin. With 12,000 knights. And then there is William Gold. A cook''s boy - the lowest of the low - who had once been branded as a thief. William dreams of being a knight, but in this savage new world of intrigue, betrayal and greed, first he must learn to survive. As rapacious English mercenaries plunder a country already ravaged by plague, and the peasantry take violent revenge against the French knights who have failed to protect them, is chivalry any more than a boyish fantasy?''A sword-Trade ReviewA vivid and gutsy tale of medieval warfare * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *

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Book SynopsisFor fans of DOWNTON ABBEY and ATONEMENT - a compelling historical saga from TV historian and bestselling author of THE STORMS OF WAR, Kate Williams.Trade Reviewa Downton Abbey-style drama about a grand family down on their luck in the Roaring Twenties. * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING *Williams has a sharp eye for the contradictions and mysteries of human nature and a vivid turn of phrase . . . she uses her historian's knowledge to brilliant effect' * DAILY MAIL *Williams draws expertly on mysterious, fawed characters coming of age in a displaced world in this gripping period novel . . . A haunting piece of historical fiction * THE LADY *TV historian Williams revisits the De Witts, the Anglo-German family introduced in her previous saga The Storms of War. Her insight into the aftermath of the First World War and shattered society shines out of every page, enriching a powerful family saga. * SUNDAY MIRROR *Gripping from the first page, I absolutely love this novel... It's a must-read. * GRAZIA *An epic, romantic read set in the roaring '20s. * FABULOUS *The de Witt family's struggles are a compelling, vibrant and poignant fictional reflection of living history and if the next chapter of their story unfolds with the same emotional power and extraordinary resonance, then we are in for another treat. * LANCASHIRE EVENING POST *Williams has created a resonant evocation of life in the aftermath of the First World War in which the shadows of the conflict loom large, but also explores the psychological and emotional worlds of the individual. * IRISH EXAMINER *This novel is rich in sumptuous detail and full of twists and turns. -- Isabelle Broom * HEAT *Told in two distinct time frames - mid-20th century and Maude's contrasting experiences of the 1890s and early1900s - and full of colour, detail, tension and adventure, it's a compelling read. * CHOICE *

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Book SynopsisThe first novel in Kate Williams' groundbreaking new historical series which begins in the First World War. For fans of BIRDSONG and DOWNTON ABBEY.Trade Reviewa big juicy drama set on the eve of the First World War. TV historian Kate Williams paints a spellbinding portrait of a family clinging on desperately to their privileged way of life * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING *A beautifully conjured family saga. Fans of DOWNTON ABBEY will love it -- Alison WeirBrilliant - a passionate and poignant story of a glittering family on the precipice of a vanished world. Spellbinding, gripping and beautiful - a must read . . . the new CAZALET CHRONICLES -- Lisa Hilton[An] all-encompassing, sweeping epic. It's a book to get immersed in for hours at a time . . . powerful . . . a wonderful achievement -- Katherine WebbA wonderful evocation of a family torn apart by war, packed with drama and written with a sensitive warmth and fantastic historical insight -- Imogen RobertsonCelia de Witt is the 15 year old daughter of a German born industrialist and his aristocratic wife who live in a magnificent country house; her elder sister is about to have a grand society wedding. What could go wrong? The First World War, that's what ... shades of Downton, with a dash of Atonement * TATLER *This is the first part in a trilogy set against the the First World War that delves into the complexities of loyalty and survival as life in the de Witt family is ineradicably changed. * WOMAN & HOME *The new novel by the historian Kate Williams, is an epic story about a young woman whose idyllic world is shattered by the First World War, * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH STELLA Magazine *Williams is too good a historian for melodramatic sentimentality; trusting the historical detail, the reader can relax into a well-paced, truly affecting narrative . . . Richly detailed, light of foot, Williams tantalises with loose ends and disturbs with shocking shadows * INDEPENDENT *This terrific saga comes with a fascinating twist ... Williams has a gift for showing how great movements in history affect the lives of people caught up in them -- Kate Saunders * THE TIMES *Williams keeps her story moving and the result is a vivid portrait of a perennially fascinating period of history. -- Stephanie Merritt * THE OBSERVER *Wartime-saga lovers will be kept on their toes to the end. * DAILY MAIL *Historian Kate Williams's epic about the First World War starts in the idyllic country mansion of the wealthy de Witt family ... [she] outlines the tragedy of war but also reveals .. how this first modern conflict changed British society beyond recognition. * SUNDAY EXPRESS *Kate Williams in a vivid writer, conjuring atmosphere through scents and tastes as well as period props. The enjoyable elements of a sweeping family saga are present, but Williams also develops a sense of the emotional and psychological revolutions, both collective and individual, that were catalysed by the conflict -- Lisa Hilton * TLS *This book has more firepower than DOWNTON . . . Powerful storytelling. -- Alex Gordon * PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH *Deeply researched and intelligently written, 'The Storms of War' brings Edwardian England to life - life overshadowed by the war that is recreated here in vivid and visceral fashion. Historical fiction that mostly manages to be both cerebral and educational without feeling dull. * THE BOOKBAG *'As spellbinding as Ken Follett's Fall of Giants' * BOOKLIST *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect book group read for fans of Kate Morton, Rachel Hore and Santa Montefiore.A secret buried so deep, only a liar could uncover it''..towards the end, comes a twist in the plot so bold it will leave you blinking...A thoroughly satisfying read.'' WI LifeOne hot summer in 1922.A house at the heart of the village. A crime that will shock the community. A man accused and two women with everything to lose. When Donny Cartwright is accused of murder, his sister Pudding is determined to discover the identity of the real killer. Together with newcomer, Irene, she begins to uncover the truth - a secret that has been buried for years. But when they happen upon a strange object, hidden in the past, they realise it will change everything . . .Your favourite authors love Katherine Webb: ''An enormously talented writer'' Santa Montefiore''I''Trade ReviewAn enormously talented writer * SANTA MONTEFIORE *Webb has a true gift for uncovering the mysteries of the human heart and exploring the truth of love * KATE WILLIAMS *Katherine Webb's writing is beautiful * ELIZABETH FREMANTLE *I've loved all of Katherine Webb's books * KATE RIORDAN *A truly gifted writer of historical fiction * LUCINDA RILEY *This isn't your usual country house mystery. It's a vivid portrait of rural life at a time of great change, especially for the women. In its Wiltshire setting and depth of research, it reminded me of The Suspicions of Mr Whicher, but Katherine's wonderful descriptions and characters make it sing. And I guarantee that the ending will surprise. Her legion of fans will be delighted with this immersive, beautifully written tale of secrets and betrayals that echo down the generations * Vanessa Lafaye on The Hiding Places *Katherine's writing is rich, vivid and evocative and her characters breathtakingly real * IONA GREY *Brilliant and absorbing drama * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING *A haunting novel of betrayal * WOMAN & HOME *Katherine Webb is such a reliably good storyteller and this beguiling mystery, set so vividly in the glorious Wiltshire countryside, is no exception. It will keep you guessing right to the end. -- Kate Riordan on The Hiding PlacesPlucky heroines and tangled secrets kept hidden for generations make for an involving tale of passion and deceit. * Mail on Sunday *A sleepy Wiltshire village is rudely awakened when a man is found murdered. His widow and a local teenage girl join forces to root out the killer in this engrossing story of betrayal, secrets and lies. * Woman & Home *

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Book Synopsis''A beautifully crafted and hugely uplifting tale of friendship, history and love. A real gem'' HEAT magazine''A captivating tale of love and loss'' SUNDAY EXPRESS magazine''A stunning book, brilliantly written ... THE SONG OF THE SKYLARK will totally captivate you and your emotions, impossible to put down'' Kaye ThorneLizzie has an unfortunate knack for attracting bad luck, but this time she''s hit the jackpot. Losing her heart to her boss at the radio station where she works leads directly to losing her job, and with no money in the bank she''s forced to swallow her pride and return home to her parents. As if that wasn''t bad enough, her mother finds her work at the local care home for the elderly, and it''s there that Lizzie meets Mrs Dallimore. In her nineties, Mrs Dallimore also finds herself in a situation which she''s reluctantly coming to terms with. Old age has finally caught up with her, and with her life Trade ReviewA thoroughly enjoyable feel-good read -- FANNY BLAKE * WOMAN AND HOME *A stunning book, brilliantly written, poignantly capturing the lives of both women. The Song of the Skylark will totally captivate you and your emotions, impossible to put down! Highly Recommended! -- Kaye Thorne * HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES *A beautifully crafted and hugely uplifting tale of friendship, history and love. A real gem. -- Isabelle Broom * HEAT MAGAZINE *A captivating tale of love and loss -- Kerry Hiatt * SUNDAY EXPRESS MAGAZINE *Written with tenderness and genuine affection, Song of the Skylark grabs you by the heartstrings and won't let go. Poignant, moving and totally captivating, this is a stunning story to savour from first page to last. -- Pam Norfolk * LANCASHIRE EVENING POST *Inter-generational friendship takes centre stage in this upbeat and heartwarming novel * THE LADY *Absorbing and uplifting -- Karen Byrom * MY WEEKLY *

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Book Synopsis''Erica James offers glorious escapism set in a house to die for. A sweepingly dynastic and satisfying end'' Sunday Express MagazineIt''s the summer of 1939, and after touring an unsettled Europe to promote her latest book, Romily Temple returns home to Island House and the love of her life, the charismatic Jack Devereux. But when Jack falls ill, his estranged family are called home and given seven days to find a way to bury their resentments and come together. With war now declared, each member of the family is reluctantly forced to accept their new stepmother and confront their own shortcomings. But can the habits of a lifetime be changed in one week? And can Romily, a woman who thrives on adventure, cope with the life that has been so unexpectedly thrust upon her?Readers are captivated by Coming Home to Island House:''Erica James at her very best...a fulfilling, hugely enjoyable read''''This booTrade ReviewFull of warmth and appeal * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING *Erica James offers glorious escapism set in a house to die for. A sweepingly dynastic and satisfying end * SUNDAY EXPRESS MAGAZINE *

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Book SynopsisTwo sisters and one betrayal that will carry across generations . . .''Engrossing and romantic - a perfect holiday read'' Rachel Hore''Liz Fenwick''s romantic story of twin sisters in wartime Cornwall is as heartbreaking as it is absorbing. I got so wrapped up in Adele''s story that I read it in one day'' Kate RiordanIn wartime Cornwall, 1943, a story between two sisters begins - the story of Adele and Amelia, and the heart-breaking betrayal that will divide them forever. Decades later, the efforts of one reckless act still echo - but how long will it be until their past returns? The Returning Tide will sweep you away to the beautiful Cornish coast, full of secrets and mystery, and will be loved by fans of Kate Morton and Rachel Hore.Trade ReviewI really enjoyed this book. It had a wonderfully intriguing and compelling story line and I found the wartime details especially fascinating. Together with Liz's usual beautiful evocation of the Cornish scenery this was a brilliant read. I recommend it. -- Barbara ErskineAn unforgettable read. -- Sam's Book CornerTHE RETURNING TIDE by Liz Fenwick is a powerful novel that brings the reality of war, loss, heartbreak, and ultimately love, to life for the reader, and all of it eloquently written with the sophisticated style and flair that is synonymous with Liz Fenwick. * Books Of All Kinds *

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Book Synopsis''One Cornish Summer captured my heart and didn''t let it go until long after I''d finished it. A heart rending story about secrets, lies and the power of love'' Cathy BramleyAgainst the beauty of Cornwall, a story of two women struggling with their past: one cannot remember hers, the other cannot forget...When Hebe receives a life-changing diagnosis at only 53, she struggles to make sense of what it will mean for her, her job and the man she loves. With memories slipping away by the day, she flees to the one place she has always felt safe and peaceful - Cornwall, and the house her family spent so many summers in. Lucy is having her own crisis, and seizes the chance to follow her aunt to Cornwall. Curious about what has driven Hebe there after so many years, she also has to battle with the secret she has kept since her family''s last summer there more than ten years ago. Both women wilTrade ReviewOne Cornish Summer captured my heart and didn't let it go until long after I'd finished it. A heart rending story about secrets, lies and the power of love -- Cathy BramleyA moving and heartfelt story * The Lady *Liz Fenwick's writing is vivid, satisfying and descriptive...her characters are perfectly formed...full of wisdom, warmth and compassion * Daily Express *Fenwick brings us her best novel yet in One Cornish Summer as she casts her humane and discerning eye over family bonds, relationships, the nature of love, and the power of the landscape to inspire, console and renew... Immaculately researched and emotionally astute, this is a fabulous holiday read with heart, drama, history and humour * Lancashire Post *Liz Fenwick, known for her absorbing and often heart-breaking novels, explores how one must confront the past in order to manage the future * Sunday Express *Set against an atmospheric West Country backdrop, this emotional read follows singleton Hebe as she finds herself having to come to terms with a diagnosis that will change the course of her life * Woman's Own *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful and powerfully-told story of buried secrets, set between the 1930s and the present day, on the wild Yorkshire Moors. The perfect book club read for fans of Diane Setterfield's The Thirteenth Tale.Trade ReviewAn absorbing mystery story, really evocative of the Yorkshire Moors and the mill. I loved the character of Billy Shaw! The story kept me engrossed and flipping the pages right to the end -- Katherine Webb, bestselling author of The LegacyThe Companion is beautifully written and so evocative of time and place, you can almost hear the roar of the roller skates at Potter's Pleasure Palace as you turn the page. Billy Shaw leaps off the moors into our hearts while Jasper Harper lurks ominously at his shoulder throughout this haunting debut. The strange goings on at High Hob are vividly brought to life by Dunnakey's wonderfully crafted novel. If you thought the Brontes were the most intriguing literary family in Yorkshire, wait until you meet the Harpers. -- Linda Green, author of the No.1 bestseller, While My Eyes Were ClosedSarah writes with warmth, wit and wisdom AND she makes you want to turn the page. A rare combination. -- John HumphrysAn engaging and totally compelling mystery * Yorkshire Post *Utterly absorbing...a great Yorkshire tale -- Stephen MayA compelling tale * My Weekly *Utterly charming, wonderfully creepy and rich with mystery. The Companion is a rare treat. -- CL Taylor, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Escape

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Book SynopsisThe first in a series of wartime sagas from a talented new voice. Set in 1940s Coventry, The Spark Girl is packed full of adventure, romance, heartbreak and friendship.Trade ReviewPraise for THE SPARK GIRL - a heart-wrenching wartime saga:A compelling first novel by Fiona Ford, which I promise you won't be able to put down -- Daisy Styles, bestselling author of THE BOMB GIRLSa fabulous debut from an immensely talented author -- Annie GrovesFord gets to the heart of what it was like to live through the dangerous war years in this warm, captivating, down-to-earth story which is brimming with engaging characters, adventure, romance and heartbreak. * Lancashire Post *'an enjoyable read with a twist towards the end to keep the reader engaged until the next one!' * Jera's Jamboree *

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Book SynopsisA lively, entertaining sequel to Pride and Prejudice, following the fates of the unmarried Bennet sisters in the 200th anniversary year of Jane Austen's deathTrade ReviewPraise for PERCEPTION - a heartwarming sequel to Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice:A charmingly written evocation of what might have happened to the remaining Bennet sisters. Very enjoyable -- Katie Fforde, Sunday Times Number One bestseller

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Book SynopsisOne of the finest historical fiction writers in the world - Ben KaneAfter the bloody trials of Alexandria, Sir William Gold is readying for a pilgrimage to Jerusalem to ease the burden on his soul. He hopes, too, that the Holy City might allow his relationship with Emile, cousin of the Green Count of Savoy, to develop.But the Roman Emperor of Constantinople has been taken hostage by an unknown enemy, and the Green Count is vital to the rescue effort. It is up to Sir William to secure his support, but he soon finds that his past, and his relationship with Emile, might have repercussions he had not foreseen...Suddenly thrust onto the stage of international politics, Sir William finds himself tangled in a web of plots, intrigue and murder. He must hold true to his chivalric principles, and to his knights, if he is to save the Emperor and survive to tell the tale.Trade ReviewOne of the finest historical fiction writers in the world * Ben Kane *Whether you're after a roistering action book, a masterly portrayal of 14th-century European and Asian realpolitik, or to admire a storyteller at the height of his powers, you will enjoy this book * Historical Novels Review on THE GREEN COUNT *Those who know their historical fiction say Cameron is the one to beat for battle scenes - and they're right. He delivers in every book, especially in his Sir William Gold series, of which this is the third . . . In a world of murder and intrigue, Sir William has it all to do - and you feel like you're there watching him do it -- Jon Wise * Sunday Sport on THE GREEN COUNT *Cameron's ability to conjure up what Homer called 'the battle haze' might make the ancient bard proud * Globe and Mail on Tyrant: Funeral Games *[A] great page-turner * Ancient Warfare on Marathon *The minutiae of military logistics, the mediations in inter-tribe rivalries, and the casual contemporary scene-setting prove unexpectedly engrossing . . . a sword-slash above the rest of its ilk * Irish Examiner *The battles . . . are described with enormous verve and power. The ruthless intrigue and politicking that dominate his court are also brilliantly evoked. And, as fate and his own insatiable desire for conquest and glory drive Alexander towards death in Babylon at the age of 32, a genuine sense of an extraordinary personality emerges * Sunday Times on Alexander: God of War *A sweeping, deeply moving epic that takes the reader into the heart of a different time and culture * Historical Novels Review on Tyrant: Storm of Arrows *

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Book SynopsisONE FINAL CLASHReeling from his defeat at the hands of the Macedonians, Rome''s furious General Flamininus gathers his legions for the final strike on King Philip''s mighty phalanx.AN EMPIRE ON THE EDGEBoth leaders know the victor will rule Greece, and both armies will do everything in their power to claim the ultimate prize.TWO HEROES PREPARED TO DIEFighting on opposing sides, Felix and Demetrios think they have survived the worst of the campaign. But between vicious infighting, unruly locals, and intense battle, both will be tested as the final showdown between two great civilisations begins . . .Trade ReviewTo read one of Ben Kane's astonishingly well-researched, bestselling novels is to know that you are, historically speaking, in safe hands. -- Elizabeth Buchan * DAILY MAIL *Fascinating. -- Antonia Senior * THE TIMES *This is a stunningly visual and powerful read: Kane's power of description is second to none... Perfect for anyone who is suffering from Game of Thrones withdrawal symptoms. -- Helena Gumley-Mason * THE LADY *

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Book Synopsis''An engrossing new spin on a well-known tale'' Antonia Senior, The Times''Caligula as you''ve never seen him before!A powerfully moving read fromone of the best ancient world authors in the business'' Kate Quinn, author of The Alice Network Everyone knows his name. Everyone thinks they know his story.Rome 37AD. The emperor is dying. No-one knows how long he has left. The power struggle has begun.When the ailing Tiberius thrusts Caligula''s family into the imperial succession in a bid to restore order, he will change the fate of the empire and create one of history''s most infamous tyrants, Caligula. But was he really a monster?Forget everything you think you know. Let Livilla, Caligula''s youngest sister and confidante, tell you what really happened. How her quiet, caring brother became the most powerful man on earth. And how, with lies, murder and betrayal, Rome was chanTrade ReviewEvocative, researched to the inch and a truly different take on one of history's villains . . . All through this I am seeing Al Pacino in The Godfather, slowly stained darker and darker by power and blood -- Robert Low, author of The Oathsworn seriesSimon Turney brings an authentic, intriguing - and above all, fresh - new eye to one of the best-known names in the Roman world. Caligula has long been reviled as a weak, petty tyrant. In Turney's capable hands, we see the human behind the myth: a complex man brought down by the exigencies of the office, but who could, with more luck, have been one of the great Emperors of history. This is a cracking book, alive with the sights and sounds of an ancient Rome brought vividly to life by one of the rising stars of the genre. I read it in one sitting, and you can't say better than that -- Manda Scott, author of the Boudica seriesEnthralling and original, brutal and lyrical by turns. With powerful imagery and carefully considered history Simon Turney provides a credible alternative to the Caligula myth that will have the reader questioning everything they believe they know about the period -- Anthony Riches, author of the Empire seriesAn inspired new take on Caligula that combines the pace of a thriller with the grand sweep of a tragedy - a gripping read that echoes in the memory long after the last page is turned -- Ruth Downie, author of the Medicus seriesA harrowing and visceral tale that draws you into the pulsing heart of Ancient Rome -- Gordon Doherty, author of the Legionary seriesIn this compelling ancient-world saga, Turney skilfully reimagines the life of history's most reviled emperor. Told from the eyes of Caligula's clever and devoted sister, it's a fascinating, fast-paced, page-turner! -- Stephanie Dray, NYT bestselling author of LILY OF THE NILECaligula as you've never seen him before! In this exciting new tale from Simon Turney, the much-maligned emperor of Rome steps forward not as a maddened psychopath, but as a brave and tormented young man struggling to navigate the snake-pit that is his own Imperial family. A powerfully moving read from one of the best ancient world authors in the business -- Kate Quinn, USA today bestselling author of THE ALICE NETWORK and MISTRESS OF ROMEA close and intimate portrait of a young man's rise to power in a murderously dangerous society, and his vertiginous descent into vindictive rage and excess. Compelling, claustrophobic, and utterly convincing, this is a story of gilded lives on the edge of a precipice -- Ian Ross, author of WAR AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLDBrilliant . . . a gripping gallop of a read, impeccably researched, beautifully written, impossible to put down -- Angus Donald, author of the Outlaw ChroniclesThis exuberant take on one of the great monsters of history is exhilarating in its revisionist energy; Simon Turney is a truly cherishable talent -- Barry ForshawThis is a masterpiece of historical fiction. I've always considered Caligula to be the mad, incestuous tyrant we are always led to believe he was, so I struggled to see how Turney could turn this around and paint him as human. But it does it so well -- NetGalley reviewerTurney weaves a tale that shows Caligula as a real, flawed human being, thrust into a life that so vary rarely ends well. His pains are real. And even as he slowly descends into a form of madness that was inescapable, and towards a fate that we already know, I found myself rooting for old little boots. Its a sad tale, beautifully told by a master storyteller -- NetGalley reviewerCaligula is a monster we all know and love to hate. Simon Turney's novel challenges our prejudice and sketches a more understanding view of the Roman emperor . . . Turney's version is an entirely plausible take on the sources. We pity the boy, even as we deplore the insane violence of the man. Caligula is an engrossing new spin on a well-known tale -- Antonia Senior * The Times *Superbly researched and elegantly written. A powerful and original narrative that should appeal to his existing fans and win him many more * Nick Brown, author of the Agent of Rome series *Inspired . . . a mesmerising, haunting and disturbing portrait of Caligula -- Kate Atherton * Sunday Express S Mag *Turney's masterful, persuasive writing makes you start to question everything you have ever read about Rome's most tyrannical ruler . . . Finding humanity and redeeming qualities in one of history's most reviled villains is a bold move, but in Turney's hands, it pays off -- Helena Gumley-Mason * The Lady *Gripping, emotional, and authentic. The best Roman novel I've read in a long time. Simon Turney is one of the best historical novelists out there. -- Christian Cameron, author of KILLER OF MENIn Caligula Simon Turney uses fiction to challenge some of [the] lies that masquerade under the name of "history" . . . [His narrator, Livilla] provides an energetic and intelligent eyewitness view of the imperial court and of the gradual decline of Caligula's rule . . . A satisfyingly alternative look at Caligula, something perhaps done better in fiction than in academic history . . . Great and enjoyable -- Mary Beard * TLS *

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Book Synopsis Alexanor is a man who has seen too much blood. He has left the sword behind him to become a healer in the greatest sanctuary in Greece: he has turned his back on war.But war has followed him to his refuge at Epidauros, and now a battle to end the freedom of Greece is all around him. The Mediterranean superpowers of Rome, Egypt and Macedon are waging their proxy wars on Hellenic soil, turning Greek farmers into slaves and mercenaries.Greece needs a champion. One last hero. A new Achilles. When a wounded soldier is carried into his temple, Alexanor believes the man''s wounds are mortal. But he is not destined to die. But Alexanor must face his own daemons before he can help the hero face his.Because this is the new Achilles. His name is Philopoemen.Trade ReviewSuperb . . . There are few writers since Mary Renault who are better than Cameron at conjuring up a vision of ancient Greece * Antonia Senior, THE TIMES *One of the finest writers of historical fiction in the world * BEN KANE, Sunday Times bestselling author of CLASH OF EMPIRES *Emotive and powerful, and very highly recommended * PARMENION BOOKS on Salamis *A storyteller at the height of his powers * HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on The Green Count *Cameron's artistry and craftsmanship offer much to recommend * THE GLOBE AND MAIL on God of War *An extraordinary and staggering achievement . . . I doubt Cameron's expertise in Greek military history can be equalled * FOR WINTER NIGHTS on God of War *

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Book SynopsisA Cuckoo in Candle Lane, is Sunday Times bestseller Kitty Neale''s first novel, a powerful drama of family life set in post-war London.When Elsie and Bert Jones move with their children, Ann and Arthur, to Candle Lane, a modest street in Battersea, they miss their comfortable house in Wimbledon. But the move is the right thing to do, while Bert starts a new business.They are a warm-hearted family and Elsie soon makes friends with her less fortunate neighbour, Ruth, and her daughter Sally. But before long Elsie realises that all is not well in the house next door...Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Katie Flynn, this is a rags to riches story from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Mother''s Sacrifice and A Family Scandal.

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Book SynopsisThis family saga, packed with dark secrets, from Sunday Times bestseller Kitty Neale, will tug at the heartstrings.Millie Pratchett''s life is not an easy one. Her dad, coalman Alfie, is a bully, and his vicious temper dominates their small terraced house in Battersea. His teenage children, handsome John and ugly-duckling Millie, have learnt to dodge his moods but Millie lives in fear for her mother, Eileen. When Alfie''s tyranny forces Eileen into an impossible position, a crisis erupts. The Pratchetts'' old life collapses around them and a new, darker future looms. But people are not always what they seem; could Millie turn out to be far stronger and more resilient than anyone could have imagined ? Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Katie Flynn, this is an emotional family saga from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Mother''s Sacrifice and A Family Scandal.Trade ReviewA gritty tale of the dark secrets hidden behind the scrubbed doorsteps of homes in South London in the 1950s and 60s - Bella

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Book SynopsisA sweeping tale of ambition and passion in the shattered world of post-war Paris - perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore and Kate Furnivall1952. In the fragile atmosphere of post-war Paris, Sophie Bernot is training as a heart surgeon. A young woman in a man''s world, Sophie is determined to bury her past and forge her medical career, whatever the costs.Across the channel, Sebastian Ogilvie is burning with ambition for his first architectural project. As his schemes lead him to France, and to a chance encounter with Sophie, his future seems full of promise. But when Sophie and Sebastian find themselves entangled in a brief, passionate affair, they each face a choice that will change their lives irrevocably, and a secret that will take years to be uncovered... Sweeping from Paris to London, to the snow-capped peaks of the Alps, this is an unforgettable story of passion, heartache and forgiveness.Trade ReviewFrom Paris to London, the saga is just wonderful * The Sun *Caroline has created engaging, strong, and convincing characters in a powerful and romantic love story. Battling with tragedy stemming from the horrors of the second world war, together with courage and bravery, it had me gripped from start to finish. The perfect read for a cold winter's evening. I thoroughly enjoyed it * Sixty Plus Surfers *The engaging plot, perfectly offset by a cast of fantastic characters, ensures this novel is the perfect form of escapism * Dundee Courier *

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Book Synopsis''Enthralling. Spring Comes to Emmerdale is beautifully written and researched'' - Lancashire Evening PostA must for fans of ITV''s Emmerdale, and readers who love heartwarming and heartbreaking stories set during wartime. ''Amazing!All the familiar names here, not least, the Dingles!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5 stars World War I wages on, and the families of Emmerdale are trying their best to move on from tragedy, while the effects of war still resonate throughout the village of Beckindale. Though grief and loss permeate, Maggie Sugden, Rose Haywood and the other inhabitants of the village are finding independence, the chance to make their own happiness - and even opening themselves up to find love. Featuring firm fan favourites like the Dingles, The Woolpack Pub and Emmerdale Farm itself, this will be a delight for any Emmerdale fan.''Totally brilliant and gripping - didn''t want it to end'' - Amazon reviewer o

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Book SynopsisA priceless flower. A dangerous past. A terrible secret. On the eve of the Second World War, the last surviving specimen of a prized camellia plant lies secreted away on an English country estate. When amateur botanist Flora Lewis is employed to infiltrate the household and acquire the coveted bloom, she embarks on a perilous journey of discovery that leads her to a blossoming romance, and into terrible danger.More than half a century later, Addison Sinclair is spending the summer on her husband''s enchanting family estate. Unearthing an old gardener''s notebook, she finds herself drawn into the mysteries of the camellia orchard, and the darkness that lurks beneath its beauty. But as she pieces together the flower''s secrets, dangerous truths begin to surface - about Flora''s fate, and Addison''s own past...Trade ReviewI adore Sarah Jio's novels. They have all the right ingredients to keep me glued to the pages: compelling characters, mystery, family secrets and love, and they are skillfully written. What more could I possibly want? - Santa Montefiore

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Book SynopsisFROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHORA dramatic new saga series, set during World War II, from the author of THE NIGHTINGALE GIRLSYorkshire, 1940.Edie Copeland has just arrived on Jubilee Row, carrying a suitcase and a secret.She left York and her job at the Rowntrees Factory after tragedy struck to make a fresh start, but she''s a stranger to this street, and her fellow tenant doesn''t hesitate to remind her of this, widow or no.Luckily, the neighbours are a little more welcoming and Edie is soon made to feel at home by the Maguires and the Scuttles. As air raids sound, and the war feels closer than ever, the community has to stick together to survive bombings and bereavement.But Edie is hiding something, and she doesn''t know how much longer she can keep it up. Is the past going to catch up with her? And will Edie still be able to call Jubilee Row home when the truth comes out?For f

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Book Synopsis*FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHTINGALE GIRLS, DONNA DOUGLAS*Spring, 1941. The families of Jubilee Row are still reeling from the loss of one of their own, and as the Blitz on Hull intensifies, it seems as if there will be more tragedies to come. As the street braces itself, Iris Fletcher returns home from the hospital, where she has been recovering after the death of her best friend and youngest child. But Iris has no time to mourn - devastated by the loss of their little sister, Archie and Kitty desperately need their mother.Meanwhile, Edie Copeland is besotted with her infant son. Being a single mother is hard, but Edie finds support in the form of Jack Maguire who, like Edie, is raising his boys alone. As the pair grow closer, Edie begins to wonder whether they could ever be anything more than friends. Capable mum, Ruby Maguire takes charge as usual, bolstering spirits and lending a hand, as well as tr

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Book Synopsis*FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR DONNA DOUGLAS*Autumn, 1942. The Blitz has come to an end, but for many families, it''s not over yet. As the residents of Jubilee Row begin to rebuild their lives, twins Sybil and Maudie Maguire decide to go off and do their bit by joining the WAAFs. But what starts off as a great adventure soon forces the girls to grow up as they are confronted with the harsh realities of war. Will they stick together, or will their experiences drive them apart? Back in Hull, their older sister Florence is a typing pool supervisor who has resigned herself to a life without love. But when dashing American Colonel Forrest takes an interest, she wonders if he might be the one to mend her broken heart...For fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Katie Flynn, this is the third book in the Yorkshire Blitz Trilogy from the bestselling author of The Nightingale Girls.

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Book SynopsisAn enjoyable read about love, courage and discovery during a time of change in post war Britain. A lovely story! KITTY NEALEWhen Nurse Kitty becomes the NHS''s poster-girl for its overseas recruitment drive, she swaps the grey post-war backstreets of Manchester for the palm-fringed island of Barbados. But will her determination to save the NHS lose her everyone she loves? It''s 1949 and nurse Kitty Longthorne is still hard at work at Manchester''s Park Hospital. The one-year-old NHS is inundated by the nation''s sick and dying, made worse by a crippling labour shortage. Now engaged, Kitty and James adore each other, but once they marry, she will be expected to leave the job that means so much to her. When she is offered the trip of a lifetime - a voyage by sea to Barbados to recruit nurses to join Park Hospital''s ranks - adventurous Kitty is desperate to go. Her brother Ned has been there for years, and she simply cannot resist an oppoTrade ReviewAn enjoyable read about love, courage and discovery during a time of change in post war Britain. A lovely story! * Kitty Neale *

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It is 1950 and Kitty Longthorne is now a Sister at Manchester's Park Hospital, and as busy as ever. With dizzying numbers of children with polio being admitted to the children's ward, a sharp uptick of major trauma from road accidents and growing political and racial conflict affecting her patients and staff, there's no shortage of drama at the hospital. But Kitty is determined that everyone is treated with respect.Outside of the hospital, Kitty is finally ready to marry her fiancé, Dr James Williams. But with the growing Cold War tensions, Kitty and James come under scrutiny because of two people close to their hearts. With any suspicious activity grounds for treason, their happily ever after is suddenly on shaky ground... will they ever be able to set a date for the wedding?Inspired by the brave nurses and doctors from the first NHS hospital, the Trafford General, which opened after the end of World War II. Perfect for fans of Call the Midwife and The Nightingale Girls.

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Book SynopsisCan friendship save them in their time of need?1940: When trainee nurses Clare and Gaye, alongside their new friend Diana discover that the war is forcing the mothers and children of Guernsey to seek safety in Stockport they immediately volunteer.Yet, they each has their own troubles to face: Clare misses her family in Ireland, while Diana struggles to find her place in the parachute factory. And Gaye must hide a secret that could tear her family apart . . .With the danger of war coming ever closer, it is their friendship and determination that will see them and the children in their care through. But can the girls and the evacuee families make a home in Mersey Square?A heart-warming world war two saga of friendship and hope in the face of adversity, perfect for fans of Elsie Mason, Maureen Lee and Lyn Andrews.* * * * * * * *Readers are LOVING The Nightingales in Mersey Square:''

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Book SynopsisStockport, 1944.Alice seems to have it all, but the truth is her marriage isn''t as solid as it seems. Busy running her husband''s family shop while he''s at war, everything changes when she meets handsome Louis, fresh in from Guernsey with young evacuee twins Gabriela and Philip.Factory heir Sophie is thrilled to be getting married - if only her mother her mother didn''t disapprove! She''s marrying for love, but her mother is convinced Tony is marrying for money. Is there more to her concern than Sophie realises?Emily is tired of being pitied as the single friend. She''s not averse to marriage but she''s in no rush either! When she meets Italian prisoner-of-war Marco, she knows there can be no future. Her brother was killed in Dunkirk and her family would never accept an Italian. A heartwarming and absorbing WW2 saga set in Stockport for fans of Rosie Archer, Maisie Thomas and Nancy Revell.

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Book SynopsisWhen well-to-do Hester learns of her sister Mercy''s death at a Nottinghamshire workhouse, she travels to Southwell to find out how her sister ended up at such a place.Haunted by her sister''s ghost, Hester sets out to uncover the truth, when the official story reported by the workhouse master proves to be untrue. Mercy was pregnant - both her and the baby are said to be dead of cholera, but the workhouse hasn''t had an outbreak for years. Hester discovers a strange trend in the workhouse of children going missing. One woman tells her about the Pale Lady, a ghostly figure that steals babies in the night. Is this lady a myth or is something more sinister afoot at the Southwell poorhouse? As Hester investigates, she uncovers a conspiracy, one that someone is determined to keep a secret, no matter the cost...**********''A creepy, evocative mystery'' Heat''An historical novel dripping with menace'' Shari Lapena''IfTrade ReviewA creepy, evocative mystery * Heat *An historical novel dripping with menace, featuring a sympathetic heroine, seances, and family secrets-there's so much to love about The Quickening! * Shari Lapena, author of The End of Her *If you like gothic mystery, buckle up! This atmospheric read has it all * Woman magazine *Utterly brilliant... full of secrets and deliciously creepy, I raced through it * Lisa Hall, author of The Perfect Couple *A spooky treat, which had me turning the pages faster and faster * Cass Green, author of In a Cottage in a Wood *A powerful, spine-tingling, beautifully written gothic mystery full of real, complex characters, smart, dark twists and utterly immersive historical detail * Hayley Webster *It's twisty and atmospheric, seriously creepy, and has an inspiring central character I was rooting for * Cressida McLaughlin *

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Book SynopsisHer wedding day should have been the happiest day of Mavis Kendricks'' life. Marrying handsome Sam, the youngest of the Farley boys, means joining the Farley clan, and there''s nothing Mavis has ever wanted more than a family of her own. But the appearance of an unexpected guest ruins everything... and brings back painful memories Mavis would rather forget.It''s not long before the war-torn streets of South Shields are buzzing with rumours. One of the biscuit factory girls, funny little Mavis has always been a bit of a mystery. As far as anyone can remember, Mavis and her twin Arthur have been orphans. So who was the grand old lady at the wedding? How do the twins own their own house? And just what is Mavis hiding? On the Sixteen Streets, nothing stays a secret for long...The third in the heart-warming, heart-wrenching and utterly charming Biscuit Factory Girl series, A Wedding for the Biscuit Factory Girls is perfect for fans of Daisy Styles, Jenny Holmes

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Book SynopsisKitty Neale is the undisputed queen of gritty Battersea-based family saga

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Book SynopsisFrom the Sunday Times Bestselling author.In a time of war, what''s holding them together could tear them all apart...London, 1940. Winnie Berry is at the heart of the community in her pub, The Battersea Tavern. Her door is always open to those in need of a cup of tea and sympathy.Winnie''s abusive husband has left and she finds herself foolishly falling in love with black-market trader, Have-it Harry Hampton. But Harry is married and Winnie soon finds herself tied up in his web of secrets.Meanwhile Winnie''s son is back in London - not to visit his own child, but to charm the latest barmaid at the Battersea Tavern, which will lead to devastating consequences for the family.With bombs dropping all around them, is it too late for Winnie to uncover the secrets of those closest to her in order to protect her true family?

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Book SynopsisLondon, 1944. With bombs raining over London, keeping the Battersea Tavern open is no easy feat for owner Winnie Berry - but the community need the warmth and familiarity of the pub more than ever.After marriage, Maureen Fanning had moved out to Wandsworth with her bad-tempered husband Brancher. But when he loses both his job and their lodgings, the only people who will take them in are her kindly grandparents, Len and Renee. Getting a cleaning job at the Battersea Tavern is the least she can do to pay them back. It would all be fine... if it weren''t for Brancher.Winnie is determined to take timid Maureen under her wing. But when tragedy strikes, it will be up to Maureen to find the strength she didn''t know she possessed...

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