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.
emotiveengaging‘An and read’ Rosanna Ley
swept me away‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book ’ Jenny Ashcroft
An epic tale of family, tragedy & love“… I highly recommend this book!!” 5*Books, Wine, Cats
Highly recommend this booka WWII era book without all of the historical stuff“The sense of suspense makes this story a page turner! , especially if you’re looking for ” , 5*To Read is to Breathe
I couldn’t put it downGreat book!“. It was not your typical historical novel & I think that’s what I loved about it.” , 4*Dabbookclub
A book that drew me in from the first pages!Fans of historic fiction will love this story“ The characters come alive, they’re so well written. . An author to follow” Consumer review, 4*
Two women, a world apart. A secret waiting to be discovered… What readers are saying about :The English Wife