‘ Fascinating .’ Ian Rankin ‘ Nancy Bilyeau's passion for history infuses her books .’ bestselling author and historian Alison Weir ‘ Definitely a winner! ’ New York Times and US Today bestselling author Kate Quinn London 1750s. Genevieve Planché longs to break free from the constraints of her Huguenot upbringing and follow her dream of becoming an artist. But in a male-dominated world her options are non-existent. A chance meeting with the charming and dashing Sir Gabriel Courtenay offers Genevieve a rare opportunity. He will help her reach Venice — the city of art — if she infiltrates the famed Derby Porcelain Factory and uncovers the mysteries behind the astonishing new shade of blue they have created. But Genevieve discovers that the factory’s secrets run deeper than pigments and porcelain. Industrial spies lurk in the shadows, willing to kill for the formula. Even more dangerous is the growing attraction she feels for Thomas Sturbridge, the brilliant but guarded chemist at the heart of the experiments. When a murder shakes the factory, Genevieve finds herself the prime suspect. Fleeing across England and into the heart of Europe’s most powerful porcelain empire, she must unravel the mystery of the blue before she loses everything — including her life. This thrilling historical mystery, with its captivating plot of secrets, murder and espionage is perfect for fans of Irina Shapiro, Anna Lee Huber, Emily L. Finch, Kate Morton, Andrew Taylor and C.J. Sansom. PRAISE FOR THE BLUE : ‘ The Blue is a fast-paced and highly engaging historical thriller packed with period detail and peopled with characters that the reader really grows to care about.’ NB Magazine ‘ Bilyeau’s research is impeccable , taking what might have been a dreary industrial novel and making it into a living, breathing drama. Kudos and highly recommended!’ Historical Novel Society , and Editor's Choice ‘. . . transports the reader into the heart of the 18th century porcelain trade — where the price of beauty was death.’ E.M. Powell, author of the Stanton & Barling medieval mystery series. ‘ Bilyeau is an impressive talent who brings to life a heart-stopping story of adventure, art and espionage during the Seven Years War.’ Stephanie Dray, bestselling author of My Dear Hamilton ‘ Historical fans will be well satisfied .’ Publishers Weekly ‘With rich writing, surprising twists, and a riveting sense of 'you are there,' The Blue is spine-tingling entertainment .’ Gayle Lynds, New York Times bestselling author of The Assassins

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

The Hutchinson brothers are back! For fans of Dewey Lambdin, Patrick O’Brian, Nicholas Monsarrat, C.S. Forester and Max Hennessy . The war in the water is intensifying… Europe, 1941 Twin brothers Romulus and Remus Hutchinson are serving their country at sea: Rom as a sub-lieutenant in the Royal Navy and Remmie in the Merchant Navy. Rom is aboard the HMS Southampton and quickly finds himself in the thick of it when the ship is bombed during Operation Excess in the Mediterranean. A valiant rescue of a crewmate from the burning pilothouse brings him a visit to Buckingham Palace to receive the Distinguished Service Cross. Remmie, meanwhile, has his own personal struggles on board the John Holt , as the ship arms itself against the threat from the skies. Returning to the waves, Rom joins HMS Walker , set to take on the Nazi U-boat aces Otto Kretschmer and Joachim Schepke. With both brothers in dangerous waters, a twist of fate brings them back together. But will they both make it out in one piece…? IN DANGER’S HOUR is the second book in the Romulus Hutchinson Naval Adventure series: action-packed, authentic historical adventures following twin brothers fighting with the Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy during the second world war. THE ROMULUS HUTCHINSON NAVAL ADVENTURE SERIES: Book One: For Those In Peril Book Two: In Danger’s Hour Book Three: The Mighty Ocean Book Four: The Restless Wave

A story of loss, hope and redemption against impossible odds… ????? 'If you've read The Women by Kristin Hannah I recommend you read this one!!!!' The Canadian Globe & Mail Bestseller?! ' Extremely compelling ' Historical Novel Society 'Alward tells this story of the wounded survivors and the people who cared for them with affecting grace ' Toronto Star 1917. Halifax, Nova Scotia. Nora Crowell wants more than her sister’s life as a wife and mother. As WWI rages across the Atlantic, she becomes a lieutenant in the Canadian Army Nursing Corps. But trouble is looming and it won’t be long before the truth comes to light. Having lost her beloved husband in the trenches and with no-one else to turn to, Charlotte Campbell now lives with his haughty relations who treat her like the help. It is baby Aileen, the joy and light of her life, who spurs her to dream of a better life. When tragedy strikes in Halifax Harbour, nothing for these two women will ever be the same again. Their paths will cross in the most unexpected way, trailing both heartbreak and joy its wake… Praise for Donna Jones Alward: 'A beautiful, meticulously researched story that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page' USA Today bestseller, Genevieve Graham ‘ A triumphant, unforgettable tale of sacrifice, hope, and second chances … with a twist that will have readers holding their breath' Renee Ryan, author of The Secret Society of Salzburg ‘ Readers of historical fiction, don’t miss this one !’ USA Today bestseller, Andie Newton 'A winning and memorable tale that boasts a perfectly-judged grasp of historical detail, wonderfully nuanced characters, and a narrative arc that never falters ' USA Today bestseller, Jennifer Robson 'A fascinating, heartbreaking , and heartwarming story’ USA Today bestseller, Glynis Peters ' A rare novel that is both heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. Prepare to fall in love ' Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author 'Meticulously researched and full of atmospheric period details that will take your breath away ' Julianne MacLean, bestselling author 'Alward handles the aftermath of a Canadian tragedy with sensitivity, skill, brilliant writing ’ Lecia Cornwall, author of That Summer in Berlin

Join Angela Lanza as she experiences the tumultuous world of early 20th century Sicily and New York. Orphaned by the earthquake and powerful eruption of Mt. Etna in 1908, Angela is raised in the strict confines of an Italian convent. Through various twists of fate, she is married to a young Italian man whom she barely knows, then together with her spouse, immigrates to the U.S. This novel is an invitation to accompany the young Angela as she confronts the ephemeral nature of life on this planet and navigates the wide cultural gaps between pre-World War II Italy and the booming prosperity of dynamic young America. Author, artist, and teacher Carmela Cattuti created Between the Cracks as an homage to her great-aunt, who survived the earthquake and eruption of Mt. Etna and bravely left Sicily to start a new life in America.

Winner of the Spur and Western Heritage Award for Best Western Novel. "One of the dozen or so best novels written by an American in this century." —Jon Tuska, editor of The American West in Fiction " The Time It Never Rained was inspired by actual events, when the longest and most severe drought in living memory pressed ranchers and farmers to the outer limits of courage and endurance." —Elmer Kelton, Seven-time Spur Award–winning author Rio Seco was too small to afford a professional manager for its one-room Chamber of Commerce. And Rio Seco, meaning "dry river" in Spanish, symbolizes the biggest enemy of the ranchers and farmers in 1950s Texas, an enemy they can't control: drought. To cranky Charlie Flagg, an honest, decent rancher, the drought of the early 1950s is a battle that he must fight on his own grounds. Refusing the questionable "assistance" of federal aid programs and their bureaucratic regulations, Charlie and his family struggle to make the ranch survive until the time it rains again—if it ever rains again. Charlie Flagg, among the strongest of Elmer Kelton's memorable creations, is no pasteboard hero. He is courageous and self-sufficient but as real as his harsh and unforgiving West Texas home country. His battle with an unfathomable foe is the stuff of epics and legends. "Elmer Kelton does not write Westerns. He writes fine novels set in the West. Here a reader meets flesh-and-blood people of an earlier time, in a story that will grab and hold you from the first to the last page." —Dee Brown, #1 New York Times– bestselling author of Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee