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If you love Katie Flynn and Pam Howes, you'll love Chrissie Walsh's
WWI story of love, loss and triumph!Kitty and Tom Conlon arrive in
Liverpool in July 1916 to claim the house Tom's great-uncle has
bequeathed him in his will. The move to England couldn't have come
at a better time. Dublin is in turmoil following the Easter
Uprising and Kitty's brother is now in prison. The house in Weaver
Street is all they hoped for, and after a shaky start with her new
neighbours, Kitty believes the world is her oyster. Until that is,
Tom is conscripted into the navy. With Tom away, it's up to Kitty
and the women of Weaver Street to get each other through the war.
Praise for Chrissie Walsh:'An authentic Yorkshire saga - you can
almost hear the clacking of the looms. Add a feisty mill girl,
determined to fight injustice, and you'll be reading through the
night' Alrene Hughes, on The Girl from the Mill. 'Full of joy,
sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill, on The
Child from the Ash Pits 'A captivating story of family, relations
and the complexities of life. With truly heart-tugging moments that
make you shed a tear. The Child from the Ash Pits is everything a
good read should be' Diane Allen, on The Child from the Ash Pits
What readers say about Chrissie Walsh:'I could not fault any of
this book, as the author brings all the characters to life, its
such an interesting story that will engross readers all the way
through. Loved it.' 'Really well written and very enjoyable,
keeping the reader engrossed and gripped until the very last page.'
'Thoroughly enjoyed this book. I was engrossed from start to
finish. Good strong characters, and strong storyline. Great author.
I recommend.' 'The author writes so descriptively about the
characters you feel you know them inside out. A brilliant read and
I can't wait for the next novel to be published.'
SHORTLISTED FOR THE AUTHORS' CLUB BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD 'What a
ride!' India Knight, Sunday Times Summer reads 'Thrilling... a
sumptuous feast of plotting and intrigue' Mail on Sunday 'A
complete joy' Bettany Hughes 'Gloriously immersive' Guardian
------------------------------------------------- Frances Howard
has beauty and a powerful family - and is the most unhappy creature
in the world. Anne Turner has wit and talent - but no stage on
which to display them. Little stands between her and the abyss of
destitution. When these two very different women meet in strange
circumstances, a powerful friendship is sparked. Frankie sweeps
Anne into a world of splendour that exceeds all she imagined: a
Court whose foreign king is a stranger to his own subjects; where
ancient families fight for power, and where the sovereign's
favourite may rise and rise - so long as he remains in favour. Anne
and Frankie dare to seek a little happiness for themselves in this
extravagant, savage hunting ground. But as they gain notice, they
also gain enemies; what began as a search for love and safety leads
to desperate acts that could cost them everything. Based on the
true scandal that rocked the court of James I, A Net for Small
Fishes is the most gripping novel you'll read this year: an
exhilarating dive into the pitch-dark waters of the Jacobean court.
Jenine heard Jessica in the kitchen suddenly scream and a loud
thump on the floor. Maria gasped shocked by her mother's sudden
whale of pain coming out of her. Jessica had a knife in one hand
and a potatoe in the other. Both items fell to the floor. Maria
quickly dropped the bowl full of potatoe peels from her hands and
hurried to the ground. Close to her mothers aid. She held her hand
for a moment unsure of what to do. "I will go get pappa ok mama,"
she announced. Jessica was in so much pain she did not even respond
to Maria. Maria determined with tears in her eyes scared for her
mama quickly ran out the back door to go get Salvador.
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The Time of Women
(Hardcover)
Elena Chizhova; Edited by Nina Chordas; Translated by Simon Patterson
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R615
Discovery Miles 6 150
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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Life is not easy in the Soviet Union at mid-20th century,
especially for a factory worker who becomes an unwed mother. But
Antonina is lucky to get a room in a communal apartment that she
and her little girl share with three old women. Glikeria is the
daughter of former serfs. Ariadna comes from a wealthy family and
speaks French. Yevdokia is illiterate and bitter. All have lost
their families, all are deeply traditional, and all become grannies
to little Suzanna. Only they secretly name her Sofia. And just as
secretly they impart to her the history of her country as they
experienced it: the Revolution, the early days of the Soviet Union,
the blockade and starvation of World War II. The little girl
responds by drawing beautiful pictures, but she is mute. If the
authorities find out she will be taken from her home and sent to an
institution. When Antonina falls desperately ill, the grannies are
faced with the reality of losing the little girl they love unless a
stepfather can be found before it is too late. And for that, they
need a miracle.
1913 Lydia Miller, daughter of a German doctor, is training to
become a nurse when she first meets debonair Robert Ravening, the
nephew of a Lord and a keen aviator and promptly falls in love.
When the Great War begins in 1914, Robert enlists with the Royal
Flying Corps and as a nurse, determined to help all she can, Lydia
is sent to France. But her love affair with Robert has more than
one consequence as secrets and sins are disclosed. Also being both
British and German Lydia finds herself in No Man's Land, suspected
by one and imprisoned by the other. Previously published as Home
for Christmas Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'A gripping saga and a
storyline that will keep you hooked' Rosie Goodwin 'The Tobacco
Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a
must-read for all saga fans.' Jean Fullerton 'Lizzie Lane opens the
door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming
friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they
were then.' Catrin Collier 'If you want an exciting, authentic
historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' Fenella J
Miller
The first novel in Julia Quinn’s worldwide bestselling Bridgerton novels, now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. This is the story of Daphne Bridgerton and the Duke: welcome to the ballrooms of Regency London . . .
By all accounts, Simon Basset is on the verge of proposing to his best friend’s sister, the lovely – and almost-on-the-shelf – Daphne Bridgerton. But the two of them know the truth – it’s all an elaborate plan to keep Simon free from marriage-minded society mothers. And as for Daphne, surely she will attract some worthy suitors now that it seems a duke has declared her desirable . . .
Their ruse works like a charm – at first. But as Daphne waltzes across ballroom after ballroom with Simon, it’s hard to remember that their courtship is a complete sham. Maybe it’s his devilish smile, certainly it’s the way his eyes seem to burn every time he looks at her. It wasn’t the plan, but it seems she’s falling for the duke, for real. And amidst the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule . . .
Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .
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