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"Poland, 1939: As I stare into the German pilot's frightened eyes, I realise I have no choice but to help him. And in that moment, I know that this young man, and this decision, will change my life forever... When a German pilot crashes over my parents' farmland, at first I am terrified. Who is this man? And should I help him, or have him arrested? But when I look into his eyes for the first time, I feel in my heart that I must do everything I can to save this stranger's life. As I begin to secretly nurse his injuries, he tells me his name is Max. And as we share whispered candlelit conversations, he admits that he didn't crash his plane, but parachuted over Poland to defect from the Nazis. And as he slowly tells me his story, I realise I am falling in love with this man - with his bravery, and his determination to do what is right, no matter the cost. But when the Nazis arrive, the small world we have built together is shattered in an instant. And when the Germans arrest me and my twin siblings, dragging us to a camp in the dead of night, I know that our only chance of survival, our only hope, is to be rescued. As I sit in my cell, I think of what Max told me. He held my hand and promised me that if we were arrested, he would go undercover as a German soldier and save us. But will the guards believe his story? And, even if they do, will he make it to us before it is too late?"--Back cover.

"When war broke out, Julia's father, a high-ranking Polish Officer, took her from Warsaw to keep her safe. Now her father is missing in action, Julia has returned home to find him and fight for the resistance-but the city is more dangerous than she ever thought it could be. When she is trapped in the ghetto, Nazis shoving people into the streets all around her, Julia can only watch in horror as her dearest friend is dragged away. It seems she is about to suffer the same awful fate, until her childhood sweetheart, Nikolaj, appears in enemy uniform and stops the guards with one word. Surely the boy Julia remembers would never side with the Germans? In the safety of his private room, he explains he is a resistance spy within the ranks of Nazi officers. But the longer he keeps her in the barracks, surrounded by his soldiers, the more Julia grows uneasy about the man she once knew... Half-Jewish and with her father a wanted man, how safe can she be behind enemy lines? And, not knowing who to trust, will she ever be able to reunite with her captured friend, and her beloved father-or will the war tear them apart forever?"--

Germany, 1934. Surrounded by beautiful wedding china, we share our first dinner alone as husband and wife. But, instead of sharing affections, all he talks of is his admiration for Hitler. I force a smile, but my blood runs cold. How can I stay with him, now I know what he truly is? Six years later. When Anna is approached by the Polish resistance while sheltering in Warsaw, she is eager for the chance to fight against German occupation. Managing a network of spies behind the façade of a café for enemy soldiers will mean risking everything. But, after fleeing her fanatical Nazi husband only for war to follow close behind, Anna can't run any more. Every conversation she overhears between the unsuspecting officers at the café brings back awful memories of the Nazi her husband became and makes her more determined to do what is right. Spending more time with the resistance behind the scenes, she grows close to them all-especially a brilliant young doctor with deep hazel eyes called Mateusz, who shows her a kindness she has never known. As they work together, Anna can't help imagining what life would be like with him, instead of the man she is tied to. But one day her dreams of a future with Mateusz, and freedom for her country, are shattered. Her husband has tracked her down. Terrified, Anna knows that living as his wife again is her chance to gather information that could help end the war. But can she keep her nerve long enough to spy on her own husband? And with such a high-ranking enemy officer watching her every move, can she protect Mateusz, the man truly she loves, from the firing line? This is a totally inspiring and gripping page-turner that you will not be able to put down. Fans of The Alice Network, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, and My Name is Eva will fall in love with this heartbreaking tale.

"Devasted by the loss of her beloved father, twenty-three-year-old Wanda vows to follow in his footsteps and join the resistance against the German occupiers. Her father lost his life protecting innocent people from Nazi cruelty-she will risk her life too. Under the cover of shadows, Wanda slips down cobbled streets and past spired buildings to meet an informant who could provide crucial supplies for their fight. But the sight of the man waiting turns Wanda's blood to ice. She instantly recognises him as the soldier who killed her father. Who is this man: Nazi soldier, or double agent? Why did he kill her father-could her Tata be a traitor? If Wanda chooses to trust the man who destroyed her family, will she put the whole resistance network in danger-or is this her chance to save hundreds of innocent lives?"--

'Too many have suffered at my father's hands. I won't let it continue. I'll stop him, I'll build a world where we can finally be free, I swear it...'Berlin, 1938. When Hanni's beloved sister suddenly vanishes in the middle of the night, Hanni knows her high-ranking Nazi father, Reiner, is not telling her the whole truth and may hold the key to her disappearance.Years later, after finally learning how to live with her troubled past, Hanni dedicates herself to raising her teenage son, Leo, but her sister is never far from her mind. But when Leo begins to share Reiner's pro-Nazi views and runs away from home to meet his grandfather, Hanni's world collapses in an instant. She is determined not to lose her son to her father's cruelty, like she lost her darling sister all those years ago...Hanni has tried to stop her father before and nearly lost her life. Now she is fighting for Leo too and the stakes are higher than ever. She can't lose him to the Nazis. She won't let her father take her son away from her. Hanni knows this is her last chance to bring her father to justice. With her son's life hanging in the balance, Hanni knows this will be her toughest battle yet. But with Reiner's popularity stronger than ever, will she succeed?A heartbreaking and gripping historical novel about courage, redemption and the endurance of the human spirit. Fans of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and The Tattooist of Auschwitz will be inspired by this heart-wrenching story about the choices we make to honour the lives of those we lose.Readers love Catherine Hokin: 'The best historical fiction book I've read this year! I was awake until the early morning hours finishing it, because I could not put it down!... Heartbreaking.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Amazing... I was totally absorbed in the story... 10 stars. One of my best reads this year. I can't begin to say how much I loved this book, I couldn't put it down, absolutely brilliant.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'If I could give this book more than a five-star rating, I surely would! It is absolutely the best WW2 historical fiction I've read in a long time!... I couldn't bear to put it down.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Can I give a rating higher than 5 stars?!... I really loved this book.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Have you ever read a book that has torn at your heartstrings so much that you just know it's going to leave a lasting impression for the rest of time?... This book is going on that list!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This story just swept me away... I was left speechless... just wow!!... I do recommend a box of tissues... This book will have you turning the pages.' Red Headed Book Lady ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The more I read of this book, the more I had to read! What a fantastic story this is touching just about every emotion there is.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A wonderfully heartbreaking story of life, love and above all survival. A truly emotional book and very hard to put down. 5*.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Save her, ' she begs, drawing her last, quavering breaths. 'Save my baby. Find her father. And reunite them.' Both of our tears fall on the tiny creature in my arms, only minutes old and already in terrible danger. There's never any doubt - of course I'll do all I can. But will it be enough? Auschwitz, January 1945: forced on a terrifying death march from the notorious concentration camp, midwife and former secret agent Maggie must find the strength to protect the tiny baby girl her dying friend left to her care. Only weeks old, little Leah is in terrible danger - from the Nazis, from the freezing weather, from starvation. So when a company of soldiers led by brave Captain Jamie Maclean rescues the marching women, Maggie's relief knows no bounds. But it soon turns to astonishment when Jamie vows to help Maggie reunite Leah with her father - he has fallen in love with Maggie, and will do everything in his power to assist her. Maggie can't yet trust her own, budding, feelings. But she accepts Jamie's help, and slowly starts to dream of a life together. Until Maggie gets the news every survivor dreads. The most fearsome Nazi of all, Dr Mengele, the terror of Auschwitz, has escaped - and she may be the only person strong enough to track him down. Looking at baby Leah's trusting eyes, Maggie's heart is torn. But she has to find Mengele and bring him to justice. Can she succeed on the most terrifying mission of her life, when so many others have failed? And if she does, will she find her way back home to the ones she loves, or will the heartbreak of everything she has suffered destroy any chance of happiness, forever? A compelling and heart-breaking historical novel about sacrifices, determination and love that conquers all. Perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and The Alice Network, this emotional read will leave you filled with hope. Readers love Amanda Lees: 'It definitely wowed me... I was truly lost in the story... Gripping will keep you reading late into the night. Unputdownable!... shocking. Splendid read! Superb.' Vegan Book Blogger ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Phenomenal... I loved every minute I spent in the pages of this captivating book. I couldn't put down this heart-pounding read... I literally went back in time... I was so engaged in the storyline, and invested in the characters, that I didn't want the book to end... I loved it and highly recommend it.' Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gripping, heart-wrenching historical novel... So much courage, strength and resilience!' @shortbookthyme ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I read this book in one day. Omg... I seriously cried.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"1943, Nazi-occupied France: Valerie Hallez clings to the hope that she will soon reunite with her beloved fiance, Philippe, fighting the Nazis in Italy. Until that day comes, she risks her life helping Jewish children flee across the border with the resistance, but each tear-stained face breaks her heart a little more. So, when she learns of little lost Clara, an orphan whose family has been torn apart by the German occupation, and is asked to rescue her, she jumps at the chance to save another innocent life. But she isn't the only one searching for the young girl... Because brave Clara is carrying a crucial Nazi document. And the secrets it holds could change the course of the war forever. Frantically trying to stay one step ahead of the Gestapo, Valerie traces Clara to an isolated children's home - but she is too late. German soldiers have already raided the building. Her relief when she hears that Clara escaped is short lived, as there's not a whisper of her whereabouts. And just when she's about to start on her search, devastating news reaches her about Philippe. Shattered by the thought that Philippe may never come home, Valerie tries to pull the pieces of her broken heart back together. She knows there's a little girl lost out there who needs her. So, she must make the hardest choice of all. Even if she can't save her dearest love, can she save poor Clara - and help her end this terrible war?"--Publisher.

Italy, 1940. The girl sobs and rages as her father tells her the terrible news. "Italy is entering the war alongside Germany. Jews are to be arrested and sent to camps. We have to be ready." As fascists march across the cobbled piazzas and past the towered buildings of her beloved home city, twenty-year-old Devora's worst fears come true. Along with her Jewish parents and twin little brothers they are torn away from everything they love and sent to an internment camp huddled in the mountains. Her father promises this war will not last long... When they are offered a miraculous chance of escape by her childhood friend Luigi, who risks everything to smuggle vital information into the camp, the family clambers under barbed wire and races for the border. But Devora is forced to make a devastating choice between saving a stranger's life and joining her parents. As shots fire in the moonless night, the family is separated. Haunted by the question of whether they are dead or alive, all Devora can do for their future is throw herself into helping Luigi in the Italian resistenza in the fight for liberty. But posing as a maid for a German commander to gather secret intelligence, Devora is sure she sees her friend one night, in a Nazi uniform... Is Devora in more danger than ever? And will her family ever be reunited - or will the war tear them apart? An absolutely devastating but ultimately uplifting historical novel about how love and hope can get us through the darkest times. Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Rhys Bowen and Soraya M. Lane. Read what everyone's saying about Angela Petch: 'Wow! Just Wow!... phenomenal... A novel I will never forget... Brilliant... 5 glorious stars for whisking me away to Italy... beautiful... I LOVED this novel!' Cindy L Spear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Magical... unforgettable... I was swept away... had me crying happy tears, I was hooked.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Paris, 1944. "Traitor!" yells the crowd as they push me down onto a stool. "Nazi collaborator." Tears blur my vision as the razor grazes my scalp, waves of blonde hair falling to the ground. As men paint a swastika across my face, I hold onto one small glimmer of hope. They have no idea who I am. Louise Basset works as a housemaid at The Ritz Hotel, home to the most powerful Nazis in France. As she changes silk sheets and scrubs sumptuous marble bathtubs, she listens and watches, reporting all she can to the Resistance. The only secret she never tells is her own. Everything changes for Louise on the day a young Allied pilot, hunted by the Nazis, is smuggled into the hotel. As he and Louise share a small carafe of red wine hidden amongst her cleaning bottles, she feels her heart begin to open. But if Louise trusts someone with the truth, what will happen? Years later, her granddaughter Nicole looks up at the ornate façade of the infamous Paris hotel. She is reeling from her recent discovery: a black-and-white photograph of her grandmother as a young woman, head shaved, branded a traitor. Devastated by her new legacy and about to start a family of her own, Nicole searches for answers. When a French historian calls Louise by a different name, Nicole realizes there must be more to her grandmother's story. Was the woman who taught Nicole so much about family and loyalty a resistance fighter, or will her granddaughter have to live with the knowledge that she is descended from a traitor? And will Nicole be able to finally move forward with her life if she can uncover the truth? An utterly heart-shattering and gripping novel about love, betrayal and how one courageous young woman paid a terrible price to save those she loved. From top-ten bestseller Ella Carey, fans of Fiona Valpy, The Nightingale and Rhys Bowen will never forget The Paris Maid. What readers are saying about Ella Carey: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Ripped my heart right out of my chest and made me cry so much... My heart ached... Incredible." The Book Lover's Boudoir ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐️ "Wonderful! Wonderful!!!! I absolutely fell in love with this book!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Ohhhhh this book... I love this book... I was crying like a baby. That darn plot twist. I WASN'T READY OKAY?" Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I wish I could give this beautiful book more stars! It is absolutely a Five Star Gold book! It is so well written and historical fiction at its finest!" Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow!... An amazing read... A rollercoaster of emotions... I smiled, cried and gasped." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Unforgettable... Truly amazing and I could not put it down. Make sure to put it on your must-read list this year. Emotional and utterly unputdownable." Breakfast with Rachel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What a wonderful story, it gripped me from the first page until the last. I loved it... I wish I could give it more stars." Goodreads reviewer

Cuba, 1950: As Esmeralda moved past Christopher, her breath stilled as he caught her finger in his. It was only a split-second, their fingers intertwined in a hold so brief that no one could have possibly noticed, but it told her everything she needed to know. He didn't just come to see Cuba. He travelled all this way to see me. London, present day. When Claudia discovers that her grandmother was born at Hope's House, a home for unmarried mothers, everything she thought she knew about her family is shattered in an instant. Looking down at a faded family crest, she is determined to discover how it can possibly relate to her grandmother. Soon Claudia learns that the crest belongs to the Diaz family, once one of the wealthiest dynasties in Cuba. Impulsively Claudia books a ticket to Havana, feeling sure in her heart that she will be able to uncover her family's true story. Arriving in the bustling and vibrant city she meets a young man named Mateo, a chef who loves nothing more than to cook his family's recipes. As they get to know each other over dinner, Mateo says that his grandfather worked for the Diaz family and he too wants to uncover what happened. But when they arrive at the Diaz family home, they find it completely abandoned as if preserved in time from the 1950s. It's not long before they uncover a heartbreaking story about Claudia's family and of a young woman who was forced to leave behind everything she'd ever known in search of true love. As Claudia becomes closer to Mateo, will her family's story of bravery and sacrifice inspire her to follow her own heart to Cuba? Or will the tragic love story force her home? An utterly gripping and heart-wrenching novel about family secrets, lost loves and new beginnings. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.What everyone is saying about Soraya Lane: "Outstanding, I wanted to stay awake to read more and kept finding 5 minutes here and there to pick up the book!... Amazingly written." NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "Amazing... I cried buckets, I laughed, and totally loved it." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "I started this book last night and finished it today... I couldn't stop reading... Heartfelt... I was moved to tears... touched my heart in every way imaginable." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "A captivating story that I was drawn into from the first page." Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ "This book grabbed me from page one!" @annette_reads_daily, ¿¿¿¿¿

"Auschwitz, 1944: "You can't leave me," I whisper, my hand trembling as I reach for her cheek. "You can't. We're in this life together, always, just you and me." This utterly heartbreaking yet beautifully hopeful World War Two page-turner tells the story of identical twin sisters in Auschwitz. Born minutes apart, Arina and Nora have never left each other's side-until now... The cattle car is dark, except for the light filtering through the boarded windows. There are too many of us to count, crushed up against each other. The air is stuffy, carrying the scent of our terror-none of us know what awaits us when this train stops. I cling onto Mama's hand and Nora, my twin sister, clutches Papa's. After what feels like forever, the train stops. We spill out of the carriage, the sun blinding us after being imprisoned in darkness for so long. There are people everywhere, soldiers separating children from their parents, husbands from wives. We're in some sort of queue, and a man in a dark-green SS uniform walks by, glancing at everyone he passes. "Twins, twins," he shouts. My heart falls into the pit of my stomach. "Right here," says Mama, hesitation in her voice. "My daughters are twins." My eyes widen, and Nora trembles. Papa tries to tell Mama to be quiet, but it's too late. The Nazi catches sight of us. "Twins," he says again, pausing to inspect Nora and me. "Yes, you are, aren't you? You two are going to come along with me." This unforgettable World War Two page-turner, perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Lucky Ones and The Midwife of Auschwitz, shows that, in the darkest of times, love can save your life..."

The Doctor's Wife is a gripping novel penned by the talented author, Daniel Hurst. Published by Bookouture in 2023, this book is a must-read for fans of the mystery genre. The narrative weaves a captivating tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The Doctor's Wife is a testament to Hurst's storytelling prowess, as he masterfully constructs a world filled with suspense and intrigue. Published by Bookouture, this book is a testament to their commitment to bringing high-quality literature to readers around the world. Don't miss out on this thrilling read.

I know what you did. You destroyed my life. Now I'm going to take everything from you, starting with your husband. I'm your worst nightmare, and I'm closer than you think. Moving to Prospect Close has been everything I'd hoped for. In the city, Oliver and I barely saw each other, irritable at home and rushing around after the kids. But here, the neighbours have been so friendly and welcoming, and we're now at barbeques and playdates every weekend, all together, as a family. It's the type of life I always dreamed of. One that's a million miles from... before. Not that Oliver would know anything about that. But recently Oliver has been behaving strangely - staying out late, working weekends and absent even when home. I don't want to question our idyllic life, but when I find a receipt for a hotel room, including champagne, in his coat pocket, what else can I assume other than he's cheating? Or could it be even worse than that...? What if the past isn't just haunting me, it's coming back to destroy me? Because yesterday I received an anonymous note. One that changes everything. It seems that someone in Prospect Close knows my secret. Someone who's willing to do whatever it takes to get their revenge, including stealing my husband. Unless I can find them first... An astonishing, compelling page-turner with a jaw-dropping twist, if you love Lisa Jewell, K. L. Slater and Jackie Kabler, you'll love The Mistress Next Door. Readers love Lesley Sanderson: 'O.M.G!!... So thrilling, mind blowing, twisted, and so intense you are sitting on the edge of your seat... You won't be able to stop reading... The secrets these characters are hiding are huge and when they come out, OH BOY!!' Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'A fantastic page turner!!! What an absolutely gripping heart racing story!!!... I just could not put it down and couldn't go to sleep until I had finished it!!... It is a truly captivating and page turning... addictive... gripping, unputdownable psychological thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat with a pounding heart!!!' Bookworm86 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This is one edge-of-your-seat, nail-biting ride... Addictive... Jaw dropping.' Once Upon a Book Blog ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Absolutely brilliant... A fantastic page turner, full of twists and turns... Brilliantly addictive.' NetGalley reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Massively addictive... You will devour in a single sitting, biting your nails to the quick, as you race through the pages.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This book had everything... surprises that you don't see coming, secrets and lies and lots of intrigue!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Wow, wow, wow, what a jaw-dropping read... I loved every minute of it... Took me on a rollercoaster ride I never wanted to get off from. Loved it.' Blue Moon Blogger

Winter 1940, Paris. The air is thick with fog the day Cora's train is struck by Nazi bombs, throwing her from her seat as the carriage lurches off the tracks. In that moment, the only thing on her mind is making it out alive to return to the family she left behind... Bruised and gasping for air, Cora Mayhew struggles to her feet, shaking glass from her hair. Clutching a fine silver locket, surrounded by passengers crying out for their loved ones, Cora knows she must find a way to post the heart-wrenching letter she's been clutching in her hand and get back to her beloved family in America. For months she's seen the flashes in the night sky and heard the drone of planes. She came to Paris to search for her birth mother - the locket her only clue - and stayed to work for the secret resistance movement, helping others escape the horrors of war. But now, staggering from the wreckage, Cora fears she too should have left Paris sooner. Just as her spirit starts to slip, a German soldier finds Cora and saves her life. Max Heller is everything a Nazi shouldn't be: kind, good-humoured and selfless. As he helps her plot her escape from France, Cora can't help but fall for him - even though she knows she shouldn't lose her heart to an enemy soldier... Then the discovery of a devastating secret about her birth mother forces her to confront a painful truth. Max is the only one who can help her, and the contents of her letter are too important not to make it out of Paris. But should she place her trust in the enemy, or go it alone and risk never making it out alive? And does escaping from Paris mean she will never see Max again...? A heartbreaking story of love, belonging and resilience in Nazi-occupied Paris as one woman searches desperately for the truth in the face of grave danger. The perfect wartime read for fans of The Dressmaker's Gift, The Lost Girls of Paris and The Nightingale. What readers are saying about Kate Eastham: 'Guaranteed to have you grabbing for the tissues... I had a really hard time putting my Kindle down to do my adult responsibilities... Heart-breaking... Perfection.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book has everything. It makes you laugh, has you holding your breath and makes you cry. You won't be disappointed!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Get those tissues ready, you're going to need them... I found myself sobbing.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Ensure you have time to read this in one sitting... Heart-breaking' @karen_loves_reading, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Amazing... I was glued to the story until the end!' Nicki's Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

1942, Europe: Based on the true story of a female-only bomber battalion, this is a totally heartbreaking and unforgettable story about sacrifice, sisterhood and a love that transcends war. When the love of Tasha's life, Luca, joins the air force to fight against the evil Nazi invaders, she knows she has to follow her heart-and him-into battle. Headstrong, impulsive and a daredevil, she's the perfect recruit. Tasha's sensible older sister Nadia plans only to stop Tasha's madness and bring her home. But a chance encounter puts her in a plane, soaring above the clouds, and she also finds her calling. Underestimated by their superiors, Nadia and her sister find themselves in airplanes barely fit to fly, being sent on perilous missions with little hope of return. But before long their battalion is being nicknamed 'the Night Witches' by the Nazis, their ownership of the skies second to none. But danger is up in the storm clouds with them, and when both sisters are shot down behind Nazi enemy lines, and taken to a brutal prison camp, they expect to never see their beloved homeland again. Until Tasha's eyes meet across the wire fence with someone she never expected to see again: the love of her life, Luca. But with love comes peril... Will one sister have to sacrifice everything to save the other? Absolutely unputdownable historical fiction, perfect for fans of All the Light We Cannot See, The Ragged Edge of Night, and The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Readers love Suzanne Kelman: "OMG! I felt the fear and the terror within the pages as if I was there living it... Heartbreaking... By the end of the story I was so moved and in tears." Confessions of a Bookaholic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was truly swept away... Spellbinding!... Powerful and captivating from the first page to the last, and it deserves more stars than can be rated. I could not put it down and missed a lot of sleep!... Even after finishing the story, I have not stopped thinking about it... Totally awe-inspiring... Loved, loved, loved." Musician's Poet ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely heartbreaking... Filled with sadness, love, courage and sacrifice-I couldn't put this book down." Stardust Book Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Oh my goodness! Evocatively unsettling yet hauntingly beautiful... Incredibly powerful... I read this book with bated breath. I cried, I grieved and I hoped... I was left heartbroken." Robin Loves Reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Three words: Have. Tissues. Ready... Fantastic... The emotion that pours from the pages is absolutely heart-wrenching. I loved every minute of this book, even though it left me a sniffling mess by the end." Fireflies and Free Kicks ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I LOVED THIS BOOK!... I recommend this book to everyone that loves historical fiction." NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Exceptional... Heart-wrenching... Captivating... Had me on the edge of my seat... I was reduced to tears... Top of my list of books I have read." Carol Clasper ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Paris, 1944: secret agent Juliette is on her most dangerous mission of the war so far. But then her children are kidnapped, and to get them back she may have to commit the ultimate betrayal - that of France itself... Four years ago, when France fell to the Nazis, Juliette made the ultimate sacrifice, leaving behind her two precious children to join the Resistance and defend her country. Now a spy in Paris, she must work with Captain Daniel Diaz - an American agent she's taken an instant dislike to - on a dangerous mission to uncover a deadly Nazi plot. As the pair play their parts, Juliette begins to see another side to Daniel, and their feelings for each other start to grow. But just as love blossoms, Juliette receives a ransom note that changes everything. Someone in Paris knows who she is. And they've kidnapped her little son and daughter. The message is clear: betray your country, or you'll never see your children alive again. Juliette has sworn a sacred oath to save France at all costs, but she could never sacrifice her children. So, against all the odds, she decides to attempt the impossible: rescue her children and continue her dangerous work fighting the Nazi threat. But as the mission forces Juliette and Daniel to the very brink, will they succeed on all fronts? And if not, will France pay the ultimate price, or will Juliette? A completely gripping and heart-wrenching historical novel about hope, betrayal and one mother's limitless courage. Perfect for readers of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and My Name is Eva, this epic story will leave you breathless. Readers love Amanda Lees: 'What an amazing book... One of the best historical fiction books that I have read... Love!' Robin Loves Reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I was completely captivated from the first page to the last. This rapidly moving story held my attention and I couldn't put it down. I found myself holding my breath... absolutely an amazing historical fiction... fabulous.' Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'My new favourite... LOVED.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"You love your father with all your heart. But what if he's not who you think he is? What if he's kept an unforgiveable secret from you his whole life? Libby Trent believes she knows the difference between right and wrong. But everything changes when she finds out about a man named Hans Brenner, a Nazi who escaped Germany after the Second World War. A war criminal who has lived his whole life in hiding. Because the man suspected of being Hans Brenner is Libby's own beloved father. The sweetest, gentlest man she knows. Who raised her alone, who lives in her family home. Who cares for and watches over Libby's own children. When Libby finds a secret box in her father's bedroom, she knows it might contain evidence. But does she dare open it, if it could prove her father guilty of the most heinous crimes in history? Because if she finds evidence, she won't just have to choose between right and wrong, she'll have to choose whether to betray her own father..."--Back cover.

Nazi-occupied France, 1944: I tear open the envelope, extracting a sheet of folded paper. I read it, my heart cracking with every word. There is no mistaking the name of the man who betrayed us. Jack. My beloved fiancé - and now, a traitor. For months, Marianne's resistance network has carried out courageous missions from a remote farmhouse in southern Provence, aiding the Nazis' downfall. But one fateful night, they are viciously ambushed as German soldiers storm in, scattering, capturing or killing every last person there. Mourning the loss of her friends, Marianne will need every ounce of courage to survive. Not only has her life as a secret agent been critically compromised, but her heart has been shattered. Because Jack, her darling fiancé and fellow spy, fled in the chaos - and is accused of being the traitor who betrayed them. Desperate to believe Jack's innocence and that their love was true, to her horror Marianne discovers he has been seized by the Butcher of Lyon, a Nazi more brutal and ruthless than any other. Now it is more imperative than ever that Marianne finds Jack - before he reveals the names of every undercover agent in France, or before he is murdered for remaining loyal. So Marianne sets out on the most dangerous mission of her life, and the most personal. With her tight-knit group of fellow women agents by her side, she risks everything to rescue Jack. Can she save her fiancé before it's too late - and change the fate of the war in the process? Or is she blind to the heart-breaking truth, and simply sacrificing her own life?Based on true stories of the fearless women secret agents - and their tales of bravery, betrayal and love - this is the first book in the heart-pounding, heart-wrenching and totally addictive World War Two Resistance series. Perfect for readers of The Nightingale, All the Light We Cannot See and Ellie Midwood. Readers love Amanda Lees: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If you love strong female protagonists, then look no further... exceptional... heart stopping... a real page turner. You don't want to miss this one!' NetGalley reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is an excellent first in a series novel... I loved it!' Celtic Connexions⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Heart-pounding. Everything was flawless about the book, roll on book no 2!' NetGalley reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is not a book you can put down once started... it is a real page turner... I can't wait for the next book in the series.' NetGalley reviewer

Rain soaks her clothes as she runs from the large, isolated family home and hides behind the beaten-up pickup truck parked out front. Miles from safety, her heart thuds as footsteps draw closer. He's found her... The rain has been falling for weeks when Black Rock Falls Sheriff, Jenna Alton, receives a panicked phone call from a local forest ranger. The lifeless body of a woman has washed up on the banks of a swollen river. Rushing to the scene, Jenna and her deputy, David Kane, find the young girl laying face up in the dirt, her long brown hair spilling out around her, her perfect pale skin showing no signs of struggle. Leaning in for a closer look, she finds a jack of hearts playing card tucked into the girl's underwear. This was no accident-someone killed this innocent soul, and left a twisted calling card... Days later, another young woman is found slumped in the back of car at a local truck stop on the outskirts of town, angry red marks around her neck. Jenna's head spins when she finds a second playing card in her clothing. Is this killer escalating? And does he have a next victim already in his sights? As a landslide shuts the town off from the outside world, Jenna and her team battle raging storms in their search for answers. Jenna is convinced the playing cards link these victims to a twisted serial killer the FBI have been hunting for over a decade. If she's right, she's chasing America's most dangerous and elusive killer. Can she catch him before Black Rock Falls loses another innocent young life? If you're a fan of Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot you will be hooked by this gripping and addictive crime thriller from USA Today bestselling author D.K. Hood. **Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone** What readers are saying about Her Bleeding Heart: "Another binge-worthy page-turner... A wild ride that keeps you guessing right until the very end." @mandylovestoread, 5 stars "Gripping and chilling, grabbing your attention and holding it through to the end... This book will keep you gripped to the last page." Stardust Book Reviews "An unputdownable page-turner... I wish I could rate it above a 5... Loved it." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Another roller coaster non-stop action read." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Wow!!!... Started this book and could not stop reading until I'd finished!!" NetGalley reviewer What readers are saying about D.K. Hood: "Oh my, oh my God... This is another cracking story!!!... This author really deserves the title of Queen of Suspense... She had chills running down my spine and I just couldn't stop reading. Incredibly, mind-blowingly brilliant!" B for Bookreview, 5 stars "What a fantastic book it is. Totally addictive. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Excellent... Had me captivated the whole way through... I had a couple of wow moments that took my breath away. All in all, a bloody brilliant book that totally deserves 5 stars." Bonnie's Book Talk, 5 stars

Anna opened the letter with trembling hands. 'My darling, if you're reading this, I haven't managed to unravel my parents' secret. But you can. Will you finish the search for me, find out who they were, and who you really are?' Nazi-occupied Holland, 1944. As soldiers patrol the streets, nursing student Ilse is only just surviving the terrible famine and increasingly violent German occupation. Though exhausted by her demanding work at a hospital far from home, she can't help but notice Levi, the young man with the dark eyes watching the world silently from the abandoned house next door. Then, early one morning, she finds him terrified and trembling with cold on the back doorstep. Levi's Jewish family have been arrested and sent to a concentration camp, their likely fate all too clear. And now he needs her help. So Ilse makes the most dangerous decision of her life, and takes Levi in. Hiding him away in her tiny attic room, he must remain concealed or risk almost certain death. But as the war worsens, keeping Levi a secret becomes ever more difficult, even as their mutual affection grows. And when a local German soldier becomes obsessed with Ilse, they fear their time - and luck - has run out... London, present day. When Anna's father dies, he leaves her a ticket to Amsterdam, a bent silver sixpence on a delicate silver chain, and a note begging her to complete the journey he was never able to. To the town where he was born, to find out once and for all who his parents were, and to discover their wartime fate. Based on the author's incredible family history, a totally devastating and ultimately uplifting story about a girl who risked everything, including her life, to save the man she loved. Heart-breaking and timely, this powerful tale will be loved by fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and Fiona Valpy. Readers love Imogen Matthews: 'Literally gave me shivers... Absolutely heart-breaking... Gripping... This one really got to me, I was in tears... Will stay with me for a very long time.' Echoes in an Empty Room, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't put it down... I read it in a day... From the first chapter you are engaged with the characters and I even found myself warning them when they were due to be raided - OUT LOUD!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Couldn't put this book down... I was transported through time and space and felt as if I was right there.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Heart-wrenching... My heart was in my mouth.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Unbelievable... Drop everything as you will not want to put this down.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Powerful, inspiring, heart-breaking... An inspiring story about the bravery and kindness of ordinary people... It had me in tears.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Truly heartbreaking and emotional... Tear-jerking... Glued to the story... A page-turner and unputdownable, will make you cry till the end!' Tropical Girl Reads Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

On a hot summer's day, the sleepy town of Mount Chester is thrown into turmoil when seventeen-year-old local girl Jenna goes missing. Within hours, the case takes an agonizing turn when her body is discovered in the isolated mountains. Detective Kay Sharp rushes to the scene, hiking for miles to the base of Wildfire Ridge. From the markings on Jenna's body, it's clear that she was brutally murdered. In the hunt for the truth, Kay turns the small town upside down. She learns that Jenna changed dramatically over the past months, no longer the popular girl who always wore a smile on her face. Kay is certain whatever happened to Jenna recently must be the key to her death. Then Kay makes a breakthrough that turns her blood to ice. Jenna was in contact with someone linked to Kay's own past--and the secret she has spent the last sixteen years burying. If the truth comes out, it could destroy her.-- Adapted from back cover.

Paris 1944. To save her people, she served the enemy. In enemy-occupied Paris, as the locals go to bed starving and defeated by the war, music and laughter spills through the door of a little restaurant, crowded with German soldiers. The owner Marianne moves on weary feet between its packed tables, carrying plates of steaming, wholesome food for the enemy officers. Her smile is bright and sparkling, her welcome cordial. Nobody would guess the hatred she hides in her heart. That night, the restaurant closes its doors for the final time. In the morning, the windows are scratched with the words 'traitor and murderer'. And Marianne has disappeared without a trace... Years later, Marianne's granddaughter Sabine stands under the faded green awning, a heavy brass key in her hand, staring at the restaurant left to her by the grandmother she never met. Sabine has so many questions about herself. Perhaps here she can find answers, but she knows she isn't welcome. Marianne was hated by the locals and when Sabine discovers they blamed her for the terrible tragedy that haunts the pretty restaurant, she is ready to abandon her dark legacy. But when she finds a passport in a hidden compartment in the water-stained walls, with a picture of a woman who looks like her grandmother but has a different name, she knows there must be more to Marianne's story. As she digs into the past, she starts to wonder: was her grandmother a heroine, not a traitor? What happened to her after the tragic night when she fled from her restaurant? And will the answer change her own life forever? A haunting and compelling story of love, strength, and sacrifice in Nazi-occupied Paris as one brave young woman risks everything to save the lives of those around her. Fans of The Nightingale, The Paris Library and The Alice Network will lose their hearts to The Last Restaurant in Paris. What everyone is saying about The Last Restaurant in Paris: 'Wow! This is such a captivating, enchanting story that quickly drew me in... A very different, wonderful story that I loved - 5* from me.' Nicki's Book Blog, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I found this novel very emotional and moving... I highly recommend it.' Netgalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A haunting and compelling story of love, strength, and sacrifice... Well-crafted characters, an underlying sense of menace and an immersive narrative combine for a suspenseful, one sit read. So heartwarming... when you're not reading this book, you'll be hugging it. Remarkable characters, who will stay with you for a long time. A true escape within the pages of a book, filled with adventure.' Netgalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

"Amsterdam, 1941. My hands are so shaky I'm fumbling. Where to hide? I pull open the dresser, throw aside the blankets, put the baby in and push the drawer shut, just as the nursery door swings open. The German officer marches into the room, yelling over the crying downstairs: 'You! Grab all the children - now!' Based on the heart-wrenching true story of an ordinary young woman who risked everything to save countless children from the Nazis. My name is Betty. Until a few months ago, I was just like every other nursery teacher in the city... then the Nazis came and began to take our children away. Now, the nursery is part of a German deportation centre. Little ones and their families are being forced across the border, to a place called Auschwitz. No one comes back. So when I hear there's an underground network to save the children, I know I have to help. Sometimes the parents won't be parted from them, and sometimes we can't get to them in time - there are spies everywhere. But each time I smuggle the warm, innocent bundle of a sleeping baby past the Nazi guards and into the arms of the resistance, I know it's worth the risk. Tonight, in the pitch black, we are readying five little ones to escape ahead of a transport tomorrow. We don't know where they're going, and they may never see their parents again. As I button their coats and smooth their hair, my hands trembling, I hear the nightmare sound of heavy army boots on the stairs. My breath catches and my blood runs cold..."--Back cover.

The scent of roses is in the air while romance blooms in this gorgeously escapist Scottish-set love story, about finding your way back to the one you've never forgotten... Sure to capture the hearts of readers who love Debbie Macomber, Carolyn Brown and Fern Michaels. When Caro Swanson applies for a job in a remote part of Scotland-which involves living on a beautiful, crumbling country estate-she can't help but remember a dream-like night that changed her life, nearly two decades before. A night on a Greek island, where she met a boy named Alec McLeod. With his soulful eyes and gorgeous Scottish burr, she's never forgotten him, or how they talked about the beautiful place where he grew up. Surely he can't still live there though? At least, that's what she's telling herself. But, two decades later, as she walks up the drive to the 'big hoose' in the picturesque loch-side village of Glen Liddell, she is about to find the man who once captured her heart. And as soon as her eyes meet Alec's, it's as if no time has passed at all. Unsure if he even recognizes her, Caro's heart can't help but race. And, as the weather gets warmer and the garden blooms, soon Caro finds herself falling in love with everything about her new home. Especially the man she always believed was the one who got away, as they discover a shared passion for fragrance. Things aren't straightforward though. As secrets and hidden passions find their way to the surface, Caro realizes that the estate is in dire financial straits. And if she's going to stay there, and have a chance of the happy-ever-after she's been dreaming of, she knows it's down to her to save it. So begins a magical summer, one that will take Caro from Scotland to London and the south of France, in search of a classic rose petal perfume that might just restore all their fortunes... Readers are falling in love with A Rose Petal Summer: "Reading a Katie Fforde book is such a pleasure! They make my heart happy and I 'feel all the feels'. She has such a way with a story that makes you want to read more and more... So so lovely! You will not regret reading this one." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Step into spring and escape to the beautiful English Cotswolds with this totally escapist novel about new beginnings and blossoming romances. Perfect for fans of Susan Mallery, Mary Kay Andrews and Debbie Macomber. Gilly Claire and her daughter Helena are categorically not looking for love this year. After her recent heartbreak, Gilly has put the possibility of romance entirely out of her mind, instead dedicating her time to the B&B she runs in the heart of the English countryside. From creating delicious home-cooked dishes, to adding the perfect finishing touches that make things feel like home for all her guests, the house is her pride and joy, and she couldn't imagine parting with it at any price... Until she meets the charming Leo Simmons, a swoon-worthy realtor who sweeps her off her feet and opens the door to the possibility of a dazzling new life of luxury-away from home and all the familiar comforts she's held dear for years. But can she trust him with her heart? Meanwhile Helena has her sights firmly set on establishing her career and faithfully dodges all matchmaking attempts from family and friends. But then she strikes a friendship with her handsome new landlord Jago Pengelly-who, he assures her, has absolutely no time for romance either. So they come up with the perfect plan: pretending to be a couple at family events. But as Helena grows closer to Jago, she starts to wonder: could playing pretend lead her to finding the real thing after all? One thing is for sure: both mother and daughter are about to have a spring they will never forget... Readers adore A Springtime Affair: "I loved it! I couldn't put it down!!... I love her books because she has a knack of making you feel part of the story!" Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A five-star read that will leave a spring in your step!... Sweet, romantic... with just the right amount of funny... a great read... especially in this time where life seems to be going crazy around our ears. Relax and enjoy the ride... Fantabulous." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A Springtime Affair ticked all the boxes for me... A souffle of romance, problems and resolutions... A ray of sunshine!" Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What better way to avoid all the doom and gloom than to read a Katie Fforde book and one full of bright, optimism and spring cheer... A joyous book." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

With her family at stake, she'll break every rule... Four dead bodies are pulled from Amsterdam's canals. Is it accident-or murder? Detective Paul van den Bergen turns to criminologist Georgina McKenzie to help him profile a vicious killer...But George has her own problems. Her mother is missing, and the father she hasn't seen since she was a little girl is sending her messages that say he's in terrible danger. Then she realises that the men threatening her father are the ones behind the deaths... How did he get caught up in the underworld of drugs, guns and money? Determined to save her father, George risks her life to go deep undercover among the most violent gangs in the world. Her journey takes her from the dusty streets of Mexico to a terrifying chase at sea. But can she find answers, before she's silenced for good?If you love Kendra Elliot, Robert Dugoni and Stieg Larsson, you'll be gripped by The Girl Who Had No Fear! With one of the most kickass heroines in crime, this will keep you reading breathlessly into the night."I LOVED LOVED LOVED The Girl Who Had No Fear... Those of you who have not met George, you need to sort it out NOW... Highly recommended." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Takes things to a whole new level... Action which never lets up... I can't sleep with my pounding heart!... Fantastic." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Oooh, I have SO MUCH LOVE for the George McKenzie series! It's a riptide of a read... The plot is as complex and fiery as our unlikely heroine, and has a phenomenal, adrenaline-charged ending-IT'S BLISTERINGLY GOOD STUFF!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Gripping and pacy... Had me hooked from the start... I loved it...This gets a machete-wielding, crocodile-tooth-grinning 5 stars from me." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

She will find justice... no matter the cost.The first victim was overlooked. After all, old men die. Then there was a second. Then a third...Someone is killing Amsterdam's war heroes, and Detective Van den Bergen calls in criminologist Georgina McKenzie to try and uncover the links between them. The hunt takes her back to the darkest days of the Second World War, and to a deadly betrayal.But when a twelve-year-old girl is found dead at the port, her life cut short before it even had a chance to begin, it becomes clear that the sins of the past cast long shadows. Can George get justice for the dead? Or is her own time running out...With pulse-pounding action from start to finish, fans of Kendra Elliot, Robert Dugoni and Stieg Larsson will absolutely love The Girl Who Got Revenge! See what readers are saying about the George McKenzie series: "I absolutely loved this... Grabbed me by the throat and I was in the book's grip until the moment I finished reading... Like riding on one hell of a scary rollercoaster with lots of scary twists, turns and moments that leave you speechless and breathless... I really wish I could have awarded it 10* out of 5*." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Storming page-turner... Enthrals, entertains and captivates me in equal measure... As soon as I finish one book I start longing for her return. Five-star thrills and pure reading enjoyment." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fast, furious, fantastic... One killer thriller!" Mark Edwards, international Amazon bestseller"A MUST-READ crime series, with an absolutely compelling heroine... Fantastic... Recommended! For crime fans everywhere!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Plunges you headfirst into the action and keeps you gripped until the very last page." Caroline Mitchell, USA Today no.1 bestselling author of Silent Victim

The Girl Who Survived: Based on a true story, an utterly unputdownable and heart-wrenching World War 2 page-turner, is a captivating novel by Ellie Midwood. Published in 2021 by Bookouture, this historical fiction takes you on a gripping journey through one of the most tumultuous periods in human history. Ellie Midwood, renowned for her skill in weaving intricate narratives, outdoes herself in this epic tale of survival, courage, and resilience. The book is set against the backdrop of World War 2, and it's a page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. If you're a fan of heart-wrenching narratives and historical fiction, this is a must-read. The Girl Who Survived is a testament to Ellie Midwood's storytelling prowess and Bookouture's commitment to publishing compelling narratives.