‘A dramatic, moving and intensely romantic story.’ Trisha Ashley, Sunday Times bestselling author1914.War brought them together, now duty threatens to tear them apart.Rose Courtenay is bound by duty to her wealthy family. She is expected to marry well and continue the family legacy. But when war engulfs Europe, she sees her chance to escape.She volunteers as a nurse on the Western Front, prepared to face the horrors of the battlefield rather than submit to a life she doesn’t want.Arriving in France, Rose is immediately thrown into the chaos of war as she tends to injured soldiers. At the hospital she is reunited with Lieutenant Alex Denham, her childhood friend she never thought she’d see again.The connection between Rose and Alex is instant and, as she nurses him back to health, stolen moments turn into something deeper.But Alex has a secret, one that binds him to a duty he can’t escape. As war rages around them, Rose and Alex must decide — will they fight for love, or will duty tear them apart once more?A sweeping tale of forbidden romance, sacrifice and resilience, The War Between Us is perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Dilly Court, Rosie Clarke, Tania Crosse and Kitty Neale.2011 Reviewers' Choice Award from Single Titles.Please note this book was previously titled The Morning Promise and The Silver Locket.READERS LOVE THE WAR BETWEEN US:‘Margaret James is a master storyteller who brings history to life in superb detail.’ Christina Courtenay‘Margaret James tells a beautiful story of love, of tragedy and hope.’ Sheryl Browne, bestselling author????? ‘A deeply romantic novel that constantly had my heart in my mouth.’????? ‘This is probably one of the best reads I have had for a very long time.’????? ‘Enjoyable and compulsive to read from start to finish.’????? ‘This novel is a must-read —I would recommend you buy a very big box of chocolates and make sure you have a whole day or evening free. You won’t want to put this one down!’????? ‘This story will long live on in my heart as a beautifully written novel.’

“Downton’ fans, you’ll love this big house, Engrossing and imaginative” - Irish IndependentBetrayal, deceit, revenge, obsession – one house, one family, three generationsCan a house keep secrets?1840’s – When Lord Edward Armstrong builds the house for his bride, Anna, the family is at the climax of its power. But its world is threatened when no heir is born. Anna could restore their fortunes, but it would mean the ultimate betrayal. Then the Great Famine grips the country.1910s – Clara finds life as lady of the manor is not what she expected when she married Pierce Armstrong. As the First World War rages, she finds solace in artist Johnny Seymour’s decadent circle. Then the War of Independence erupts and Clara is caught between two men, deceit and revenge.Present Day – When Kate Fallon sees the house it is love at first sight. She and her tycoon husband Tony buy it and hire the last Armstrong owner, architect Nico, to oversee its restoration. As Kate’s fascination with the house grows, she and Nico begin to uncover its history and the fates of its occupants in centuries past. But then, as her husband's business empire faces ruin, Kate realises that they are in danger of losing everything.“Skillful and original plotting kept me enthralled until the final page of the story” Rosemary McLoughlin author of Tyringham Park“An irresistible mix of history, drama and intrigue that entertained and enthralled me in equal measure!” - Bord Gáis Energy Book Club