Poppy Day

'This romantic story of courage and determination is simply captivating.' - CLOSER***From the million-copy bestseller Amanda Prowse, the queen of heartbreak fiction.Ever since hairdresser Poppy Day married her childhood sweetheart, Mart, she's been deliriously happy. Now Mart is fighting in Afghanistan, and Poppy is counting the days until he returns. It takes one knock at the door to rip Poppy's world apart. Mart has been taken hostage, and it's too dangerous for the army to rescue him. Poppy is determined to bring him home herself. But her journey will lead her to a heartbreaking dilemma. What price will she pay to save the man she loves? This is a gripping story of loss and courage from an author who knows what it is like to be the one left behind.Amanda Prowse is the author of The Coordinates Of Loss and the no.1 bestsellers Perfect Daughter, My Husband's Wife and What Have I Done?*** Reviews for Amanda Prowse: 'Prowse handles her explosive subject with delicate skill... Deeply moving and inspiring' - DAILY MAIL'Powerful and emotional family drama that packs a real punch' - HEAT'A gut wrenching and absolutely brilliant read' - IRISH SUN'Captivating, heartbreaking, superbly written' - CLOSER'Very uplifting and positive, but you may still need a box (or two) of tissues' - HELLO'An emotional, unputdownable read' - RED'Prowse writes gritty, contemporary stories but always with an uplifting message of hope' - SUNDAY INDEPENDENT

Amanda Prowse is a multi-million bestselling author who has published more than thirty novels and is one of the most prolific writers of contemporary fiction in the UK today. Crowned ‘the queen of family drama’ by the Daily Mail, she writes about life’s challenges—from heartbreak and loss to dysfunctional family dynamics—but also about the pockets of delight that can be found in our relationships with others, often when we need them most. Amanda is known for her relatable characters, emotionally compelling plots, and the sense of connection that readers feel with her stories. She is an ambassador for The Reading Agency and feels passionately about supporting other women, spending as much time as possible outdoors (preferably by the sea!) and her family.