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Two women, a world apart. A secret waiting to be discovered… VE Day 1945: As victory bells ring out across the country, war bride Ellie Burgess’ happiness is overshadowed by grief. Her charismatic Newfoundlander husband Thomas is still missing in action. Until a letter arrives explaining Thomas is back at home on the other side of the Atlantic recovering from his injuries. Travelling to a distant country to live with a man she barely knows is the bravest thing Ellie has ever had to do. But nothing can prepare her for the harsh realities of her new home… September 11th 2001: Sophie Parry is on a plane to New York on the most tragic day in the city’s history. While the world watches the news in horror, Sophie’s flight is rerouted to a tiny town in Newfoundland and she is forced to seek refuge with her estranged aunt Ellie. Determined to discover what it was that forced her family apart all those years ago, newfound secrets may change her life forever… This is a timeless story of love, sacrifice and resilience perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Lorna Cook and Gill Paul. What readers are saying about The English Wife: ‘An emotive and engaging read’ Rosanna Ley ‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away’ Jenny Ashcroft “An epic tale of family, tragedy & love… I highly recommend this book!!” Books, Wine, Cats 5* “The sense of suspense makes this story a page turner! Highly recommend this book, especially if you’re looking for a WWII era book without all of the historical stuff” To Read is to Breathe, 5* “I couldn’t put it down. It was not your typical historical novel & I think that’s what I loved about it. Great book!” Dabbookclub, 4* “A book that drew me in from the first pages! The characters come alive, they’re so well written. Fans of historic fiction will love this story. An author to follow” Consumer review, 4*

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''Fans of the late Penny Vincenzi's sweeping family dramas should enjoy this'' Historical Novel SocietyOne war may be over, but their fight for survival continues?For sisters Etta, Jessie and Celie Fry, the Great War and the hardships of the years that followed have taken a heavy toll.Determined to leave her painful past behind her, Etta heads to the bright lights of Hollywood whilst Jessie, determined to train as a doctor and use her skills to help others, is hampered by the men who dominate her profession. On the vast, empty plains of the Canadian prairies, Celie and her small family stand on the brink of losing everything.As whispers of a new war make their way to each sister, each must face the possibility of the unthinkable happening againPraise for Adrienne Chinn:''Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away'' Jenny Ashcroft, author of Meet Me in BombayAn emotive and engaging read' Rosanna Ley''It is one of those books that you can''t put do

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‘Adrienne Chinn is at the height of her storytelling powers…an immersive, emotional and highly enjoyable historical novel that takes readers all over the world and keeps them turning the pages’ Bookish Jottings Three sisters separated by distance but bound by love The Fry sisters enter the Roaring Twenties forever changed by their experiences during the Great War. Now, as each of their lives unfold in different corners of the globe, they come to realise that the most important bond is that of family. Desperate to save the man she loves, Etta leaves behind the life she has made for herself in Capri and enters the decadent world of Parisian society with all its secrets and scandals. Celie’s new life on the Canadian prairies brings mixed blessings – a daughter to adore, but a husband who isn’t the man who holds her heart. In Egypt, Jessie’s world is forever changed by a devastating loss. And back in London – where each of their adventures began – their mother Christina watches as the pieces of her carefully orchestrated existence begin to shatter…with implications for them all… Readers are loving The Paris Sister: ‘It was wonderful to catch up with the Fry sisters again, after enjoying Love in a Time of War. I recommend both books for fans of expansive historical fiction’ ‘I couldn't believe it when I reached the last page! I wanted to find out more. Looking forward to Book 3!’ ‘Oh my goodness! I wanted this story to go on and on! Excellent story and I can't wait to read more from this author’ ‘Having thoroughly enjoyed Love in a Time of War, I was delighted in The Paris Sister. The next book in the series can't come quickly enough for me! I highly recommend both books’ ‘The Paris Sister is the second in this lovely series and it is as beautiful and engrossing as the first. Adrienne Chinn wrote with gorgeous clarity, ingenuity and that extra something which captivated my heart. This is a wonderful, wonderful book’

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