A secret, a sacrifice, and a scandal...Summer 1939 - When war breaks out, Sylvie is marooned with her cousin Nell's family in the Chiltern hills and cannot return to her Normandy home.During the early days of rationing, blackouts, and the threat of bombers in the skies, Sylvie and Nell have to grow up quickly. Yet as the war rages around them, it's the competition and jealousy between the two that dominates their lives.When the girls fall in love with the same man, their relationship is truly tested. But the war pulls them all apart and changes the course of their lives – until their secrets are revealed, with devastating consequences.A heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Previously published as The September Garden.
Format: Hardback
CONTRIBUTORS: Catherine Law
EAN: 9781837516209
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
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WEIGHT: 0 g
HEIGHT: 238 cm
PUBLISHED BY: Boldwood Books Ltd
DATE PUBLISHED: 2023-12-14
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GENRE: FICTION / Historical / 20th Century / Post-World War II, FICTION / Romance / Historical / 20th Century, FICTION / Family Life / General, FICTION / Mashups, FICTION / Friendship
WIDTH: 159 cm
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Book Themes:
England, c 1938 to c 1946 (World War Two period), Fiction: general and literary, Historical romance, Saga fiction (family / generational sagas), Historical fiction, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Fiction: mashup
Catherine Law writes dramatic romantic novels set in the first half of the 20th century, during the First and Second World Wars. Previously published by Zaffre, her books are inspired by the tales our mothers and grandmothers tell. Originally a journalist, Catherine lives in Kent.
