The Internationally Bestselling Author of The English Wife 'Beautifully epic, romantic & rich in detail' #1 & USA Today bestseller Lorna Cook 'Sweeping and evocative' Rosanna Ley Three sisters The Great War The end of innocence... In 1913, in a quiet corner of London, the three Fry sisters are coming of age, dreaming of all the possibilities the bright future offers. But when war erupts their innocence is shattered and a new era of uncertainty begins. Cecelia loves Max but his soldier's uniform is German, not British, and suddenly the one man she loves is the one man she can't have. Jessie enlists in the army as a nurse and finally finds the adventure she's craved when she's sent to Gallipoli and Egypt, but it comes with an unimaginable cost. Etta elopes to Capri with her Italian love, Carlo, but though her growing bump is real, her marriage certificate is a lie. As the three sisters embark on journeys they never could have imagined, their mother Christina worries about the harsh new realities they face, and what their exposure to the wider world means for the secrets she's been keeping... Praise for Adrienne Chinn: 'A truly epic read, spanning continents and momentous events, the different narratives braided to form a powerful rope of story of love found and love lost' Jane Johnson 'What a fantastic book! The reader is swept on a whirlwind journey across Europe, from Capri to London to Egypt and beyond' Kathleen McGurl, author of The Girl from Bletchley Park 'Stunning, a sublime tale of secrets, strong women and turbulent times...I absolutely adored it' Clare Marchant

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...

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*

'The Lost Letter from Morocco has great authenticity, immediacy and is an emotive and engaging read.' Rosanna Ley A forbidden love affair. A long-buried secret. A journey that will change everything. Morocco, 1984. High in the Atlas Mountains, Hanane's love for Irishman Gus is forbidden. Forced to flee her home with the man she loves, Hanane is certain she's running towards her destiny. But she has made a decision that will haunt her family for years to come. London, 2009. When Addy discovers a mysterious letter in her late father's belongings, she journeys to Morocco in search of answers. But instead, she finds secrets - and is quickly pulled into a world that she doesn't understand. And when history starts to repeat itself, it seems her journey might just change the person she is forever... A heartbreaking story of impossible love and dark family secrets that readers of Dinah Jefferies and Tracy Rees will love. 'The Lost Letter from Morocco has great authenticity, immediacy and is an emotive and engaging read.' Rosanna Ley 'Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away to Morocco. I could feel the heat, was captivated by the intense, exotic world, and found Addy's journey to get to the bottom of long-buried secrets absolutely gripping.' Jenny Ashcroft 'Evocative, sensual and authentic, it's a novel that gives a true flavour of Morocco in all its maddening and seductive contrasts, embodied so brilliantly in the character of Omar. I loved it.' Jane Johnson