The English Wife: The international best selling, sweeping and emotional historical romance novel
<h2><strong>Two women, a world apart. </strong></h2><h2><strong>A secret waiting to be discovered…</strong></h2><p><strong>VE Day 1945</strong>: 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.<br /> <br />Until a letter arrives explaining Thomas is back at home on the other side of the Atlantic recovering from his injuries.</p><p>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…</p><p><strong>September 11th 2001</strong>: 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.<br /> <br />Determined to discover what it was that forced her family apart all those years ago, newfound secrets may change her life forever…<br /> <br /><strong>This is a timeless story of love, sacrifice and resilience perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Lorna Cook and Gill Paul.</strong></p><h2>What readers are saying about <em>The English Wife</em>:</h2><p>‘An <strong>emotive </strong>and <strong>engaging</strong> read’ Rosanna Ley</p><p>‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book <strong>swept me away</strong>’ Jenny Ashcroft</p><p>“<strong>An epic tale of family, tragedy & love</strong>… I highly recommend this book!!” <em>Books, Wine, Cats</em> 5*</p><p>“The sense of suspense makes this story a page turner! <strong>Highly recommend this book</strong>, especially if you’re looking for <strong>a WWII era book without all of the historical stuff</strong>” <em>To Read is to Breathe</em>, 5*</p><p>“<strong>I couldn’t put it down</strong>. It was not your typical historical novel & I think that’s what I loved about it.<strong> Great book!</strong>” <em>Dabbookclub</em>, 4*</p><p>“<strong>A book that drew me in from the first pages!</strong> The characters come alive, they’re so well written. <strong>Fans of historic fiction will love this story</strong>. An author to follow” Consumer review, 4*</p>