Winner of the Illinois Soon To Be Famous Author Contest Finalist for the Goethe Award in Late Historical Fiction Women could not be surgeons. She did it anyway. After the heartbreaking loss of her mother and a cruel attack by her drunken father, Ella Parker decides that dishonesty is fine when it serves her needs. At a time when wealthy young ladies do little more than embroidery, Ella escapes her luxurious but lonely life, and meets an eccentric ship surgeon who—once she impresses him with her quick-thinking and empathy—allows her to assist him during a surgery. Compelled by Ella’s intelligence and interest in medicine, the doctor prepares her for a medical career, but there’s a catch: in early 19th century England, women are not accepted into universities. To fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor, Ella must disguise herself as a young man with aspirations of becoming a doctor. After changing her look and name, Ella finds her footing as she performs dissections, conducts experiments, and cares for patients. She also tutors Oli, a kind but struggling fellow student, but she must take caution. Even in her loneliest moment, she cannot trust anyone or make friends. As Ella continues to excel in her studies, brilliantly saving the life of a patient, she becomes a top contender for the apprenticeship with a famed professor. Dogged by fear of discovery, she must choose between truth and lies, and distinguish between real and false friends, before her pretense is uncovered. Praise for A Girl with a Knife Winner of the Illinois Soon To Be Famous Author Contest “A Girl With a Knife” was praised by judges for its “immersive, realistic setting and (judges) were impressed by the medical and historical research that went into the book.” ????? “A Girl with a Knife is a riveting, juiced-up morality tale, predicted blockbuster success!” ~ 9 Minute Books Review Team "I could tell that much research was used for this. I think this would be a good miniseries or even series on Netflix." RW Biga, the bestselling author of Education of Adam and Fate's Collision. Author bio: Alina Rubin is an IT professional and a mom, who, during the pandemic, wrote her first novel. Writing became her passion, and her characters took her on a journey beyond her wildest dreams. Her debut novel, A Girl with a Knife, won the Illinois Soon to Be Famous Author Award. Alina obtained a B.S. and M.S. in Business and Information Technology from DePaul University. She lives near Chicago with her husband and daughter. She enjoys yoga, hiking, and traveling.

London is under attack. Secrets and spies hide in the shadows. Who can you trust when every night could be your last? 'Like watching a film... SO realistic! The attention to detail to historical fact is wonderful... Unputdownable page turner!' Reader review ?????????? ' Read the book in three days, couldn't put it down. If you like wartime stories then this is a must read' Reader review?????????? London, 1940: Farmer John Cook would rather avoid the city at the best of times. But as he watches Nazi bombers passing overhead in the moonlight, he knows he is exactly where he needs to be. A young woman has disappeared during an air raid and Cook links her to a network of spies. As his search continues, he realises more is at stake than he could have imagined... Occupied France: Lady Margaret is playing a dangerous game. To the German high-command she is a valuable prize. To the British, she has become the enemy, unless she can do the impossible: gain the trust of those at the heart of the Nazi war machine and betray their secrets. With the fate of Europe in their hands, will Cook and Margaret make the ultimate sacrifice to keep each other's secrets safe and save innocent lives? Everyone is gripped by The Blitz Secret : 'As a read you can take in the sights and sounds of London life almost as though you are there on the page living and breathing it all , such a superbly descriptive read. Wonderfully paced with plenty of twists and turns along the way, packed throughout with drama and suspense 'Reader review ?????????? ' Full of twists and turns , plenty of action, a roller-coaster ride , and unputdownable' Reader review ?????????? ' Pacy and full of action with unpredictable twists the pages were turning non-stop to keep up... Highly recommend ' Reader review ????? ' A tense and twisty ride to the final chapter ... A definite book of the year' Reader review ????? 'A fast-paced action book with lots of twists and turns ' Reader review ????? ' The conclusion was brilliant, intriguing and now I can't wait for the next book! Highly recommended!' Reader review ????? ' Ronson brings the history of the Blitz in London to life through detailed research and compelling storytelling. A must read ' Joanne Kormylo Readers can't put down the John Cook series by Stephen Ronson: ' Thrilling WWII set thriller that has heart-pounding action, but more importantly, a lot of heart ... Completely gripping... A narrative that is as taut as piano wire!.. .Not to be missed if you enjoy action-packed historical thrillers' Reader review ????? ' My God, this was great . It left me with a book hangover. I felt like I was there in 1940s England ... I learned so much from this book... The writing is really 3D. You really feel like you're there. It's very immersive, and I love the witty humour. John Cook is a wonderful character' Reader review ????? ' A gripping World War Two thriller . . . Every shadow hides a potential threat and the tension never lets up. A must read' Reader review ????? 'Ronson delivers a cracking yarn, convincingly told. John Cook is the Jack Reacher of 1940s Britain ' Damien Lewis

He waited half his life for a homecoming, only to discover his home no longer existed. . . . But perhaps he can create a new one. In 1956, more than a decade after the end of World War II, Hans Becker is finally released from a Soviet POW camp and returns to Germany. The reunion is disheartening—his beloved Dresden is largely blackened rubble, and his feelings of disorientation and melancholy hinder his attempt to revive the life—and love—he left behind. Elise, the once delicate teenager whose memory Hans carried in his heart, has, through unspeakable trauma, transformed into a strong, independent woman skeptical of love. Yet just as she and Hans can spot traces of splendor in the ruins and oppression of Iron Curtain–era Dresden, so they each can see flashes of what attracted them to their long-ago sweetheart. But they—and their world—have changed so much. Are they willing to risk everything to seek a new beginning?

The final installment in The Red Cross Orphans series from the Globe & Mail bestselling author! When the war is over, what will remain? With six hard years of war behind her, former nurse Kitty McCarthy should be facing a bright future. But her husband Michael shatters her peace in an instant when he tells her he feels hemmed in by Britain, and wants to return to the wide-open plains of the Canadian west. Before she can process this life-changing news, Michael is gone. It’s not long before Kitty finds herself in the air and on her way to an unknown land. But what begins as a journey to reclaim her husband and restore her marriage, soon becomes a journey to find herself, and this new, liberated and adventurous version of Kitty is like nothing she could have imagined… Readers LOVE The Orphan’s Last Goodbye : 'This is a book that captured my interest from the very beginning to the very end .' ????? 'Wow what an ending to this series. ' ????? 'Truly touching read' ????? 'Oh my, that was so sad yet happy at the same time. This book was so worth the wait!' ????? 'The ending was fantastic ' ???? 'A thrilling end to Kitty's story' ????

Three sweeping and emotional historical sagas. A powerful family story of love, hardship and resilience in the late Victorian era. From the windswept shores of Ireland to the bustling streets of industrial Glasgow, step into the world of Kate Kinnon — an Irish maid whose marriage to a charming but reckless man sets her on a journey of survival against all odds. These heart-wrenching and richly detailed sagas are perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin, Emma Hornby, Sheila Riley, Katie Flynn, or Margaret Dickinson. MEET KATE Kate Kinnon has always worked hard to keep her place in service. But when her employer’s wayward son Pearce sweeps her into a hasty marriage, Kate finds herself cast adrift in the bustling, unforgiving streets of industrial Glasgow. Facing poverty, prejudice, and the constant weight of Pearce’s failings, Kate must fight to raise her children and protect what little happiness she can carve from life. From the heartbreak of infant loss to the solidarity of her Irish neighbours, she discovers an inner strength that even tragedy cannot break. Spanning decades of love, betrayal, family bonds and sacrifice, The Fortunes Series tells the unforgettable story of one woman’s determination to endure — and a family’s struggle to find its place in a changing world. PRAISE FOR JENNY TELFER CHAPLIN: ????? ‘ I enjoyed this book , really liked the main character Kate.' Jerseybookgirl ????? ‘ The story was well written .' Kindle Reader. ????? ‘ Brilliant .' Pat A. ????? ‘ Could not wait to move on to next chapter !' KMF ????? ‘I thought it was a very touching story it could have been very true to life then as now today.' Winter.

The war is raging in Europe. These girls will do everything they can on the home front – but is a happy ever after possible in such dark and uncertain times? Manchester, 1940: The minute war was declared, best friends Sally and Deborah volunteered for the home guard, willing to do anything to help their boys fighting overseas. An Auxiliary Fire Service girl by night, Sally ends up stationed at the salvage depot by day. Working amidst the scrap metal and waste paper, helping to make do and mend, isn’t quite the glamorous life in uniform she’d imagined! But she’s determined to do her best, and turn saucepans into Spitfires. When Sally meets Andrew , a quiet carpenter with a heartbreaking smile who understands how important her work is, she finally feels as though her efforts to keep calm and carry on are making a difference. As love blossoms, Sally feels herself opening up to Andrew in a way she’d never imagined possible. But then, just as Sally feels as hopeful as she can be in these times of war, a devastating air raid threatens everything she holds dear. As bombs rain down all over Manchester, deadly fires begin to destroy homes, and lives. With Andrew out rescuing families from the rubble, Sally rushes towards the plumes of smoke that fill the night sky. And is horrified to realise the very worst hit area has the salvage yard right at its heart. Desperate to help in any way she can, Sally, with her fellow salvage girls by her side, sets to work. But what will they find when the smoke clears? Will Sally and Andrew get the happy ending they so deserve? Or will her one chance at true love be lost forever as the morning dawns…? A completely gripping and heartbreaking romantic saga. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Nancy Revell and Lizzie Lane. What readers are saying about The Home Front Girls : ‘This book is so so good I just could not put this down . Full of family, friendship and companionship , that will pull at all your heartstrings .’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘What a joy to read this first book in a brand new series!… a delightful offering of friendship, love, duty, bravery and resilience… wonderful … very witty… made me smile throughout … I highly recommend.’ @the.bookjunction , ????? ‘ Very atmospheric… left me with a warm fuzzy feeling … A well deserved five star read from me.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘A 'couldn't put it down ' title!’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘ What a lovely read … People will love this book and I can't wait for Susanna's next book. 5*.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘This heart-warming story tells of how these young women put their differences aside for the sake of the war effort – and more… every page [is] rich in historical detail… immersive and completely believable .’ @JaneCable , ????? ‘ I absolutely loved … this book. I felt truly invested in [the characters’] stories and I can’t wait to read the next one.’ @stuck_in_the_book_loop , ????? ‘If you need cheering up and some unashamed escapism, this is perfect ! This author is the queen of uplifting , feel good romance! Buy it…’ Goodreads reviewer ‘I loved Sally’s character, she was strong and brave and courageous… fantastic .’ @pagesofachilles