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A BRAND NEW poignant and sweeping historical love story of courage, longing and impossible choices. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Mandy Robotham!✨📖Through the trees in St James's Park she spotted the white facades of the Whitehall offices, and her stomach contracted. But it wasn’t nerves. Fortitude, yes, and a kind of hell-bent willingness. An understanding of the importance of her work; to do something, however small, to help. A privilege.1941: A world away from idyllic childhood summers spent in Devon, Cassie Marsh steps through the sandbagged entrance to the War Room, determined to do her part for the war effort.The air crackling with tension, the urgency of whispered conversations, the weight of secrets – nothing in her quiet upbringing has prepared her for this. Here, women like her are expected to work tirelessly, remain composed, even as their homes – and lives – are devastated by the Blitz.But Cassie’s heart is already divided between love and duty. She dreams of rich summers at Greenaways from a lifetime ago, before her world was torn apart. She dreams of one person… the one she cannot – but must – forget.And as her family begs her to return to safety, to the soothing, reassuring walls of the country house, Cassie must decide where her heart really lies. In times of war, can you ever afford to question your loyalty?A evocative and beautifully written wartime story of love, duty and courage.Praise for Catherine Law:'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

A heartbreaking WW2 historical novel, perfect for fans of Kathryn HughesTorn apart by war. Can their love survive?1939American heiress Vivi Miles falls for naval officer Nathan as soon as she arrives in England. And, under the threat of war, they marry in a whirlwind before he leaves to join his ship.When Nathan returns from Dunkirk injured, he is distant, aloof, and no longer the man Vivi fell in love with. But it’s not just because of his brutal experiences of war. Nathan has a secret and Vivi suspects it’s linked to the mysterious evacuee at the secluded house in the woods on his Kent estate.As war continues to rage, Vivi battles her own grief and loneliness, and tries to find out the truth of the girl’s identity, uncovering a scandal from the past.Is her love for Nathan strong enough to survive?A tear-jerking and beautiful wartime read for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautifully crafted story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A heartbreaking WW2 historical novel, perfect for fans of Kathryn HughesTorn apart by war. Can their love survive?1939American heiress Vivi Miles falls for naval officer Nathan as soon as she arrives in England. And, under the threat of war, they marry in a whirlwind before he leaves to join his ship.When Nathan returns from Dunkirk injured, he is distant, aloof, and no longer the man Vivi fell in love with. But it’s not just because of his brutal experiences of war. Nathan has a secret and Vivi suspects it’s linked to the mysterious evacuee at the secluded house in the woods on his Kent estate.As war continues to rage, Vivi battles her own grief and loneliness, and tries to find out the truth of the girl’s identity, uncovering a scandal from the past.Is her love for Nathan strong enough to survive?A tear-jerking and beautiful wartime read for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautifully crafted story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

A heartbreaking WW2 historical novel, perfect for fans of Kathryn HughesTorn apart by war. Can their love survive?1939American heiress Vivi Miles falls for naval officer Nathan as soon as she arrives in England. And, under the threat of war, they marry in a whirlwind before he leaves to join his ship.When Nathan returns from Dunkirk injured, he is distant, aloof, and no longer the man Vivi fell in love with. But it’s not just because of his brutal experiences of war. Nathan has a secret and Vivi suspects it’s linked to the mysterious evacuee at the secluded house in the woods on his Kent estate.As war continues to rage, Vivi battles her own grief and loneliness, and tries to find out the truth of the girl’s identity, uncovering a scandal from the past.Is her love for Nathan strong enough to survive?A tear-jerking and beautiful wartime read for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautifully crafted story' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'beautifully written ... a perfect book' Rachel SweaseyOne night, everything changed…Air raid sirens wail across London and nineteen-year-old Clare takes her chances in the streets rather than heading to the office basement – and risk being in the same vicinity as him, the man who hurt her in the worst way possible…… and makes a decision that will haunt her for the rest of her life.Over a year later, and Clare is heartbroken to be saying goodbye to her newborn daughter Mirren. Leaving her in the care of her sister, in a remote – and therefore safe – house in The Highlands, she heads back south to become a map maker for Bomber Command.The work is tough, and Clare struggles with having a direct hand in killing ordinary people. Combined with the guilt for leaving her baby behind, her dark thoughts could destroy her… or make her stronger than ever.A heart-breaking tale of love, loss, and redemption, this is a moving and poignant story of motherhood and the complexities of healing in the aftermath of war.'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'Beautifully written and intensely emotional, The Map Maker's Promise transports you to wartime London and the beauty of the Scottish Highlands. I now really want to live in the last house on the Lochan.' Victoria Scott'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

'beautifully written ... a perfect book' Rachel SweaseyOne night, everything changed…Air raid sirens wail across London and nineteen-year-old Clare takes her chances in the streets rather than heading to the office basement – and risk being in the same vicinity as him, the man who hurt her in the worst way possible…… and makes a decision that will haunt her for the rest of her life.Over a year later, and Clare is heartbroken to be saying goodbye to her newborn daughter Mirren. Leaving her in the care of her sister, in a remote – and therefore safe – house in The Highlands, she heads back south to become a map maker for Bomber Command.The work is tough, and Clare struggles with having a direct hand in killing ordinary people. Combined with the guilt for leaving her baby behind, her dark thoughts could destroy her… or make her stronger than ever.A heart-breaking tale of love, loss, and redemption, this is a moving and poignant story of motherhood and the complexities of healing in the aftermath of war.'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'Beautifully written and intensely emotional, The Map Maker's Promise transports you to wartime London and the beauty of the Scottish Highlands. I now really want to live in the last house on the Lochan.' Victoria Scott'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

'beautifully written ... a perfect book' Rachel SweaseyOne night, everything changed…Air raid sirens wail across London and nineteen-year-old Clare takes her chances in the streets rather than heading to the office basement – and risk being in the same vicinity as him, the man who hurt her in the worst way possible…… and makes a decision that will haunt her for the rest of her life.Over a year later, and Clare is heartbroken to be saying goodbye to her newborn daughter Mirren. Leaving her in the care of her sister, in a remote – and therefore safe – house in The Highlands, she heads back south to become a map maker for Bomber Command.The work is tough, and Clare struggles with having a direct hand in killing ordinary people. Combined with the guilt for leaving her baby behind, her dark thoughts could destroy her… or make her stronger than ever.A heart-breaking tale of love, loss, and redemption, this is a moving and poignant story of motherhood and the complexities of healing in the aftermath of war.'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'Beautifully written and intensely emotional, The Map Maker's Promise transports you to wartime London and the beauty of the Scottish Highlands. I now really want to live in the last house on the Lochan.' Victoria Scott'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPraise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

A BRAND NEW poignant and sweeping historical love story of courage, longing and impossible choices. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Mandy Robotham!✨📖Through the trees in St James's Park she spotted the white facades of the Whitehall offices, and her stomach contracted. But it wasn’t nerves. Fortitude, yes, and a kind of hell-bent willingness. An understanding of the importance of her work; to do something, however small, to help. A privilege.1941: A world away from idyllic childhood summers spent in Devon, Cassie Marsh steps through the sandbagged entrance to the War Room, determined to do her part for the war effort.The air crackling with tension, the urgency of whispered conversations, the weight of secrets – nothing in her quiet upbringing has prepared her for this. Here, women like her are expected to work tirelessly, remain composed, even as their homes – and lives – are devastated by the Blitz.But Cassie’s heart is already divided between love and duty. She dreams of rich summers at Greenaways from a lifetime ago, before her world was torn apart. She dreams of one person… the one she cannot – but must – forget.And as her family begs her to return to safety, to the soothing, reassuring walls of the country house, Cassie must decide where her heart really lies. In times of war, can you ever afford to question your loyalty?A evocative and beautifully written wartime story of love, duty and courage.Praise for Catherine Law:'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

A BRAND NEW poignant and sweeping historical love story of courage, longing and impossible choices. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Mandy Robotham!✨📖Through the trees in St James's Park she spotted the white facades of the Whitehall offices, and her stomach contracted. But it wasn’t nerves. Fortitude, yes, and a kind of hell-bent willingness. An understanding of the importance of her work; to do something, however small, to help. A privilege.1941: A world away from idyllic childhood summers spent in Devon, Cassie Marsh steps through the sandbagged entrance to the War Room, determined to do her part for the war effort.The air crackling with tension, the urgency of whispered conversations, the weight of secrets – nothing in her quiet upbringing has prepared her for this. Here, women like her are expected to work tirelessly, remain composed, even as their homes – and lives – are devastated by the Blitz.But Cassie’s heart is already divided between love and duty. She dreams of rich summers at Greenaways from a lifetime ago, before her world was torn apart. She dreams of one person… the one she cannot – but must – forget.And as her family begs her to return to safety, to the soothing, reassuring walls of the country house, Cassie must decide where her heart really lies. In times of war, can you ever afford to question your loyalty?A evocative and beautifully written wartime story of love, duty and courage.Praise for Catherine Law:'From the first line, dripping with poignancy, The Map Maker's Promise had me hooked. Catherine Law's beautifully written tale of one woman's life, intense pain, and deep regret will stay with me for as long as the mist hovers over the Scottish Highlands. A perfect book.' Rachel Sweasey'I was completely enthralled. I could not put this beautifully written book down and read it in one glorious sitting. Such wonderful writing. Such a compelling and haunting story. And the descriptions! The settings come alive and I absolutely lived every scene.' Renita D'Silva'an engrossing – often heartbreaking but entirely compelling – story that I thoroughly enjoyed, and one I’d very much recommend to others' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written story which tugged at the heart strings.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'the ending is a masterclass in great storytelling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The Map Maker’s Promise initially exhibits a lot of sadness and pain but it also evolves into a landscape of healing and hope. Highly recommend. 5 Stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it.' Siobhan Daiko'‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages.’ Helen Parusel

An emotional, heartfelt historical novel from Catherine LawA truth buried for over forty years.A love that lasted a lifetime.Rose Pepper has kept her wartime past a secret for decades. Forty years ago, she fled communist Prague and left behind the love of her life.Now in her sixties and with two daughters, Rose discovers a bundle of unopened letters sent to her by her lost love. Confronted with the possibility of facing up to her past, she decides it’s finally time to go back to where her story began and uncover the truth that has been buried for so long…From the bombed-out rubble of Plymouth, to the windswept cliffs of Cornwall and then the dangers of post-war Prague, a heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'It was so well written, so poignant, I could barely it down. The crushing tragedy of WWII is portrayed so realistically, I cried often throughout the book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a beautiful, intricate story of love, loss, confusion, pain and longing' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A wonderfully moving story that will say with you alongside some skilfully drawn characters.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'What an incredibly emotive journey this book has taken me on. It is a beautifully poignant tale of love and loss that has left an imprint on me; truly unforgettable.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'definitely a book I couldn't put down!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautiful moving story and I was gripped. I loved it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The Secret Letters

An emotional, heartfelt historical novel from Catherine LawA truth buried for over forty years.A love that lasted a lifetime.Rose Pepper has kept her wartime past a secret for decades. Forty years ago, she fled communist Prague and left behind the love of her life.Now in her sixties and with two daughters, Rose discovers a bundle of unopened letters sent to her by her lost love. Confronted with the possibility of facing up to her past, she decides it’s finally time to go back to where her story began and uncover the truth that has been buried for so long…From the bombed-out rubble of Plymouth, to the windswept cliffs of Cornwall and then the dangers of post-war Prague, a heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'It was so well written, so poignant, I could barely it down. The crushing tragedy of WWII is portrayed so realistically, I cried often throughout the book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a beautiful, intricate story of love, loss, confusion, pain and longing' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A wonderfully moving story that will say with you alongside some skilfully drawn characters.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'What an incredibly emotive journey this book has taken me on. It is a beautifully poignant tale of love and loss that has left an imprint on me; truly unforgettable.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'definitely a book I couldn't put down!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautiful moving story and I was gripped. I loved it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The Secret Letters

An emotional, heartfelt historical novel from Catherine LawA truth buried for over forty years.A love that lasted a lifetime.Rose Pepper has kept her wartime past a secret for decades. Forty years ago, she fled communist Prague and left behind the love of her life.Now in her sixties and with two daughters, Rose discovers a bundle of unopened letters sent to her by her lost love. Confronted with the possibility of facing up to her past, she decides it’s finally time to go back to where her story began and uncover the truth that has been buried for so long…From the bombed-out rubble of Plymouth, to the windswept cliffs of Cornwall and then the dangers of post-war Prague, a heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'It was so well written, so poignant, I could barely it down. The crushing tragedy of WWII is portrayed so realistically, I cried often throughout the book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'a beautiful, intricate story of love, loss, confusion, pain and longing' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A wonderfully moving story that will say with you alongside some skilfully drawn characters.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'What an incredibly emotive journey this book has taken me on. It is a beautifully poignant tale of love and loss that has left an imprint on me; truly unforgettable.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'definitely a book I couldn't put down!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A beautiful moving story and I was gripped. I loved it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The Secret Letters

A gripping historical novel from Catherine Law, set against the beautiful backdrop of VeniceTo find what she has lost, she must go back to the beginning…1924The First World War is over and eleven-year-old Alexa is growing up on the idyllic Cornish coast with her best friend Harvey. But she soon discovers there are secrets at the heart of her family that have been hidden for years.And when her mother dies suddenly, she finds her whole life thrown into turmoil.1931Still reeling from the secrets she uncovered, Alexa flees to the intoxicating city of Venice. But her new glamorous life is not what she hoped for and, with dark shadows closing in, she will question everything she thought she wanted…Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A haunting story of love and war' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The First Dance

A gripping historical novel from Catherine Law, set against the beautiful backdrop of VeniceTo find what she has lost, she must go back to the beginning…1924The First World War is over and eleven-year-old Alexa is growing up on the idyllic Cornish coast with her best friend Harvey. But she soon discovers there are secrets at the heart of her family that have been hidden for years.And when her mother dies suddenly, she finds her whole life thrown into turmoil.1931Still reeling from the secrets she uncovered, Alexa flees to the intoxicating city of Venice. But her new glamorous life is not what she hoped for and, with dark shadows closing in, she will question everything she thought she wanted…Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A haunting story of love and war' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The First Dance

A gripping historical novel from Catherine Law, set against the beautiful backdrop of VeniceTo find what she has lost, she must go back to the beginning…1924The First World War is over and eleven-year-old Alexa is growing up on the idyllic Cornish coast with her best friend Harvey. But she soon discovers there are secrets at the heart of her family that have been hidden for years.And when her mother dies suddenly, she finds her whole life thrown into turmoil.1931Still reeling from the secrets she uncovered, Alexa flees to the intoxicating city of Venice. But her new glamorous life is not what she hoped for and, with dark shadows closing in, she will question everything she thought she wanted…Perfect for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A haunting story of love and war' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'You must read this book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The First Dance

An enthralling WWII historical novel, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn's The Alice Network Love and duty, codes and spies...Kent, 1939Soon to marry her childhood sweetheart, Eliza thinks her life is set. But when war breaks out, everything changes and, while helping the soldiers returning from Dunkirk, she bumps into Lewis, an unforgettable stranger from her past.Eliza’s in-laws’ country home becomes a cell for code breakers receiving messages from the French Resistance, with Eliza as translator. When Lewis is assigned to head up the team, the pair fall dangerously in love. But with the enemy watching across the Channel and rumours of spies in their midst, Eliza is torn between passion and duty.When Lewis flies across the Channel on a secret mission, Eliza wonders if she'll ever see him again. Can she live with the terrible secret they share?A tear-jerking wartime romance for fans of Rachel Hore, Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages’ Helen Parusel'A touching tale of star crossed lovers' New Magazine'You must read this book!!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautiful story of heartache and love in the turbulent times of WW2. You will need a hanky to mop the tears' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as Map of Stars.

An enthralling WWII historical novel, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn's The Alice Network Love and duty, codes and spies...Kent, 1939Soon to marry her childhood sweetheart, Eliza thinks her life is set. But when war breaks out, everything changes and, while helping the soldiers returning from Dunkirk, she bumps into Lewis, an unforgettable stranger from her past.Eliza’s in-laws’ country home becomes a cell for code breakers receiving messages from the French Resistance, with Eliza as translator. When Lewis is assigned to head up the team, the pair fall dangerously in love. But with the enemy watching across the Channel and rumours of spies in their midst, Eliza is torn between passion and duty.When Lewis flies across the Channel on a secret mission, Eliza wonders if she'll ever see him again. Can she live with the terrible secret they share?A tear-jerking wartime romance for fans of Rachel Hore, Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages’ Helen Parusel'A touching tale of star crossed lovers' New Magazine'You must read this book!!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautiful story of heartache and love in the turbulent times of WW2. You will need a hanky to mop the tears' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as Map of Stars.

An enthralling WWII historical novel, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn's The Alice Network Love and duty, codes and spies...Kent, 1939Soon to marry her childhood sweetheart, Eliza thinks her life is set. But when war breaks out, everything changes and, while helping the soldiers returning from Dunkirk, she bumps into Lewis, an unforgettable stranger from her past.Eliza’s in-laws’ country home becomes a cell for code breakers receiving messages from the French Resistance, with Eliza as translator. When Lewis is assigned to head up the team, the pair fall dangerously in love. But with the enemy watching across the Channel and rumours of spies in their midst, Eliza is torn between passion and duty.When Lewis flies across the Channel on a secret mission, Eliza wonders if she'll ever see him again. Can she live with the terrible secret they share?A tear-jerking wartime romance for fans of Rachel Hore, Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko‘I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages’ Helen Parusel'A touching tale of star crossed lovers' New Magazine'You must read this book!!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A beautiful story of heartache and love in the turbulent times of WW2. You will need a hanky to mop the tears' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as Map of Stars.

An emotionally beautiful wartime novel, perfect for fans of Kristin HannahA secret, a sacrifice, and a scandal...Summer 1939When 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.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'An enjoyable page-turner' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The September Garden.

An emotionally beautiful wartime novel, perfect for fans of Kristin HannahA secret, a sacrifice, and a scandal...Summer 1939When 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.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'An enjoyable page-turner' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The September Garden.

An emotionally beautiful wartime novel, perfect for fans of Kristin HannahA secret, a sacrifice, and a scandal...Summer 1939When 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.Praise for Catherine Law:'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'An enjoyable page-turner' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'What a stunning read...' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'I loved everything about this beautiful book. Simply wonderful' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader ReviewPreviously published as The September Garden.

An irresistibly haunting love story spanning two generations, perfect for fans of Lucinda RileyA secret held by too many generations…1936. Brought up in Cornwall by her grandparents, Aster thinks often of her parents, who were taken from her at a tragically early age. The only thing she has to remember her mother by is her Flower Book, a journal of pressed flowers that charts Violet’s life and dreams – and keeps all her secrets...On her 21st birthday, Aster receives devastating news that turns everything she knew about herself upside down. Will she finally discover what really happened to her parents?A heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Fiona Valpy.'Lovely, absolutely lovely. I giggled, I cried, I swooned and I learnt a few things about wild flowers... a wonderful adventure. Very enjoyable.' Reader Review'A vivid, stirring and emotional historical novel' Reader Review'a lovely story of romance, betrayal, lies and loyalty with a sprinkling of country lore' Reader Review'A thoroughly enjoyable read. A good storyline with a few twists.' Reader ReviewPreviously published as The Flower Book.

An irresistibly haunting love story spanning two generations, perfect for fans of Lucinda RileyA secret held by too many generations…1936. Brought up in Cornwall by her grandparents, Aster thinks often of her parents, who were taken from her at a tragically early age. The only thing she has to remember her mother by is her Flower Book, a journal of pressed flowers that charts Violet’s life and dreams – and keeps all her secrets...On her 21st birthday, Aster receives devastating news that turns everything she knew about herself upside down. Will she finally discover what really happened to her parents?A heartbreaking story of love and hope, secrets and lies. Perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Fiona Valpy.'Lovely, absolutely lovely. I giggled, I cried, I swooned and I learnt a few things about wild flowers... a wonderful adventure. Very enjoyable.' Reader Review'A vivid, stirring and emotional historical novel' Reader Review'a lovely story of romance, betrayal, lies and loyalty with a sprinkling of country lore' Reader Review'A thoroughly enjoyable read. A good storyline with a few twists.' Reader ReviewPreviously published as The Flower Book.