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California Redwoods
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Jim Sargent; Edited by Pat Brack; Cover design or artwork by Fiona Jayde
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A world at war. A beautiful young star. A mission no one expected.
Paris, 1944
Celebrated singer Genevieve Dumont is both a star and a smokescreen. An unwilling darling of the Nazis, her position of privilege allows her to go undetected as an ally to the resistance.
When her estranged mother, Lillian de Rocheford, is captured by Nazis, Genevieve is shaken. She knows it won't be long before the Gestapo succeeds in torturing information out of Lillian that will derail the upcoming allied invasion. The resistance movement is tasked with silencing her by any means necessary - including assassination.
But Genevieve refuses to let her mother become yet one more victim of the war. Reuniting with her long-lost sister, she must find a way to navigate the perilous cross-currents of Occupied France undetected - and in time to save Lillian's life.
For fans of Danielle Steele's The Spy, Jane Thynne's Black Roses and Heather Morris' The Tattooist of Auschwitz, this exquisite novel illuminates three women's strength, courage and capacity for unconditional love.
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Stanley Thomson
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A moving and nostalgic saga from Pam Evans, set in London during
the Second World War. Perfect for readers of Katie Flynn, Kitty
Neale and Dilly Court. It is autumn 1940 and, as the bombs drop on
London, a close-knit community struggles to survive. Working at the
local post office, Bessie Green does her best to keep her
customers' spirits up, but when she receives a telegram addressed
to her parents, there's nothing she can do to prevent the heartache
that lies ahead. Then Bessie hears that eleven-year-old Daisy Mason
has been orphaned in a blast, and she's sure that taking Daisy into
their home is just what her parents need to help them overcome
their grief. At first, Daisy won't settle, then her handsome
brother Josh comes back on leave and things look up for all of
them. But the war brings further challenges for Bessie and her
friends - with more hearts broken and loved-ones lost - before they
can dare to dream of a brighter future... Readers love Pam Evans
heartwarming family sagas: 'A touching novel' Daily Express 'An
unforgettable tale of life during the war' Our Time 'Nostalgia,
heartbreak, danger and war: all the ingredients of an engrossing
novel' Bolton News 'There's a special kind of warmth that shines
through the characters' Lancashire Evening Post 'This book touched
me very, very much. It's lovely' North Wales Chronicle
A secret from the war with the power to change one woman's
future... 1939: War has broken out, and in Albania Bekim's family
take in a Jewish family fleeing from Nazi Austria. The years of war
will shape his life in unimaginable ways as Bekim grows to love
Hannelore, doing everything in his power to protect her. But will
he be enough to keep her safe? 2019: Following a shock redundancy,
Ruth is taking an extended holiday in southern Italy where she
befriends local Zak. When Zak's dying father asks them to solve a
mystery from his past, Ruth leaps at the chance. Journeying through
his homeland of Albania, Ruth and Zak race to find the sacred
artefacts hidden in the mountains during the war. A stunning and
emotional novel of love and danger, perfect for fans of Lorna Cook
and Rachel Hore. Praise for Out of the Mountain's Shadow 'I have to
say this is one of the best World War II Historical Fiction books I
have read. I have not read any others that take place in Albania. I
loved all the characters in the book' Reader review 'Powerful,
gripping, and emotional. It's another look at the horrors of World
War II and how simple ordinary people went to great lengths to
protect those that were being persecuted. I highly recommend'
Reader review 'Outstanding - the best book I have read in a long
time. Before reading this book I knew nothing about the history of
Albania but learnt from reading this novel and it has instilled me
to find out more. The characters were all very likeable.' Reader
review 'My first book by this author and what a revelation ... a
tale of courage, hope and love. It's quite a harrowing journey, and
I'm so delighted to have had the privilege to be on it. This book
has been executed with such fine detail I have absolutely nothing
but 5-star praise for this book' Reader review
Bristol 1941 Having left her abusive husband for very good reasons,
Mary Anne Randall finds herself judged harshly by her friends and
neighbours, after courageously risking everything for a second
chance at happiness with Michael. With Michael away fighting Mary
Anne is less concerned by her tarnished reputation and focusses on
keeping her beloved children safe. But with the bombs beginning to
fall on Bristol, danger is all too close to home. Will Mary Anne
rise above her tarnished reputation and protect those she loves
from the uncertainty of a world at war? A sequel to A Wartime Wife.
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
Bristol 1941 Having left her abusive husband for very good reasons,
Mary Anne Randall finds herself judged harshly by her friends and
neighbours, after courageously risking everything for a second
chance at happiness with Michael. With Michael away fighting Mary
Anne is less concerned by her tarnished reputation and focusses on
keeping her beloved children safe. But with the bombs beginning to
fall on Bristol, danger is all too close to home. Will Mary Anne
rise above her tarnished reputation and protect those she loves
from the uncertainty of a world at war? A sequel to A Wartime Wife.
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
Bristol 1939 At forty years of age, Mary Anne Randall still turns
heads. With an abusive husband spending most of his wages on beer,
she has resigned herself to be the sole breadwinner to protect her
family and keep the wolves from the door. In order to make ends
meet Mary Anne runs a pawnbroking business from the wash house at
the end of the garden. Following the outbreak of war an opportunity
presents itself to escape her loveless marriage and find true love.
Will she take that chance, or carry on living just for her children
and not for herself? Read the sequal A Wartime Family. 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
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Hanna
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