‘I couldn’t stop reading… A corker! Heartbreaking… Dazzling… Best read with a great big box of tissues… Wonderful… Hard to forget… Outstanding.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????England 1939. I desperately push my way through the crowded platform and try to find my darling daughter’s face in the fogged-up windows. As the train pulls away I frantically wave and force a smile. I’m sending her away to protect her but it’s only ever been the two of us. My heart breaks at not knowing when I’ll see her again…With the country on the brink of war, single mother Jean embraces her ten-year-old daughter, Valerie, before she puts her on a train to Somerset alongside hundreds of other evacuees. Jean promises Valerie that the war won’t last long and that they’ll be together again soon. But as the bombing gets closer to home, she realises this might be a promise she can’t keep…Wrenched away from her mother and everything familiar, little Valerie soon discovers that life in the countryside isn’t as idyllic as she first thought. Every night she dreams of returning home to the arms of her mother. But when she learns her old street has been devastated by the Blitz, it’s like her heart is torn in two. With no home to go to, where does this little girl belong? Meanwhile in London, the chaos of war has unearthed a heartbreaking secret from Jean’s past she has kept hidden from Valerie for years. A secret that has the power to keep them apart forever. With their old life in tatters, and hundreds of miles between them, will this mother and daughter ever be reunited? And if they are, will Jean’s secret change Valerie’s life forever – and will Jean lose the only person she has left in the world?A heartbreaking historical novel set in World War Two that will have you completely gripped. Perfect for fans of Diney Costeloe, Shirley Dickson and Sandy Taylor.Readers love A Child Far from Home:‘Emotional and heartbreakingly good… Oh this book from once again this amazing writer will break your heart in two… This author and her style of writing always makes me cry not just sad tears but also many happy tears too. I loved reading this book… it's unique, one of a kind, and special… Have to give it 5 stars.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Heartbreaking and heartwarming… Had me from the first page to the last. I could not lay it down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I have been unable to put this book down. It was heartbreakingly detailed and often took my breath away… beautifully written… emotional… and did bring a tear to my eye.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Heart-wrenching… I found myself staying up late reading into the night just to find out what would become of these very endearing characters. This story will have you captivated… Lizzie Page has written another wonderful historical fiction that will capture the hearts and minds of readers.’ The Retired Book Lady, ?????‘You will not want to miss out on this compelling, heartbreaking story. I could not put it down.’ @sheilasenchantedbookshelf, ????

A Brave Noblewoman Loses AllIn 1099, Lady Margaret is betrothed to the heir of a great Norman estate and will become a countess. Before she weds, her beloved mother dies. After the funeral, Margaret is betrayed by her father, Lord Charles, who falsely proclaims she traded her honor for pleasures with a lowly Saxon. He declares Margaret his slave and makes her life a misery.In a world where women are property, Margaret believes nothing can save her from her miserable life. She is wrong. Soon the king will demand her service.Meanwhile, power struggles rack medieval England. King William II dies under suspicious circumstances. His brother Henry I wins the crown but struggles to keep his throne from the factions plotting to kill him.Meet the king, the queen, and the woman who can save them both.Note: This novella contains beatings, murders, and the death of an infant, which may be triggers for some readers.**This series utilizes some Old English to better capture the voice of the times. See the glossary for words and terms you might not recognize.**This book introduces Lady Margaret’s adventures:Lady Margaret’s Escape (Book One)Lady Margaret’s Challenge (Book Two)Lady Margaret’s Future (Book Three)

In wartime Corfu, two hearts defy the odds.Corfu, 1943As the Nazis drag Jews from their homes in the dead of night, Rosa knows time is running out. Her father clings to the hope that they will be spared, even as whispers of deportation grow louder. When he demands Rosa end her relationship with Alvertos, a Greek Christian and the love of her life, she is forced to make an impossible choice.Disowned and disgraced, Rosa faces an uncertain future—one that may mean she will never see her family again.As the violence escalates, Rosa and Alvertos secretly marry, forging a bond that defies the hatred around them. But staying in Corfu means certain death. Forced to flee to the mountains, they face tragedies that could tear them apart forever.Edinburgh, 2002Rosa thought she could bury the past, but the scars of war never fade. When an invitation arrives for the unveiling of a memorial in Corfu, she is forced to confront what she has kept hidden for fifty years—devastating memories of love and loss.Under a Broken Sky is an emotional tale of courage, love, and resilience in the face of an unimaginable darkness. Perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Fiona Valpy, and Victoria Hislop.___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection:? ? ? ? ? I stayed up until 2AM finishing Under a Broken Sky.? ? ? ? ? Great characterization, I felt at times I was there - a real page turner.? ? ? ? ? Heartbreaking, but painted a picture of Jews in Corfu that I was not aware of.? ? ? ? ? It is gritty, heart wrenching and beautiful. The best book that I have read this year.? ? ? ? ? I needed a tissue one or two times.? ? ? ? ? Dougie, you really brought the characters to life and I couldn’t wait to read more.

‘Stardust shines brilliantly.’ Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen‘My go-to author when it comes to heart-wrenching historical sagas. Stardust is a pageturner that'll immerse you in all the decadence and danger of WWII Paris.’ Kris Waldherr, author of The Lost History of Dreams1938, Paris.War is looming and 18-year-old Daisy Blakely arrives in Paris as apprentice to the renowned fashion designer Coco Chanel. Enchanted by the beauty and glamour of the City of Light, Daisy’s life is a whirlwind of couture and culture. And when she meets charming and enigmatic Jean-Claude Jacob, a Jewish doctor, an instant connection cements Daisy’s happiness.Everything changes when the Germans march into the city. Daisy and Jean-Claude join the resistance. But her world comes crashing down when Jean-Claude is taken by the Gestapo. Learning to live with her loss, Daisy’s life becomes one of secrets and danger as she works tirelessly to undermine the Nazi regime.The arrival of German soldier Fritz causes Daisy to question everything she thought she knew about life, and love, as she’s drawn to a man tied to the enemy she has vowed to defeat. But Fritz may not be all that he seems . . .At a time when the world is torn apart by secrets and betrayal, how will Daisy know who to trust? More importantly, how will she know who to love . . .Set against the breathtaking backdrop of war-torn Paris, Stardust is an unforgettable and moving romance of courage, betrayal and resilience. Perfect for fans of Fiona Davis, Fiona Valpy, Barbara Davis, Melanie Hudson, Millie Bobby Brown, Kate Quinn, Soraya M. Lane and Kristin Harmel.Praise for Hope C. Tarr’s American Songbook series:‘Fans of WWII fiction will be transported to the city of light at its best and worst, from the glamor of the Ritz, to the horrors of war, in this memorable novel dripping in the scent of the Chanel No. 5.’ Finola Austin, author of Bronte's Mistress‘I won't soon forget Daisy Blakely . . . This is a rich, suspenseful, and heart-rending historical novel.’ Nancy Bilyeau, bestselling author of The Blue‘Stardust has it all — intrigue, secrets, betrayal, and, of course, love. Set against the perilous backdrop of Nazi occupation that threatens to darken the City of Light, Stardust dazzles with resilience and heart.’ Jess Russell, multi-award winning author of The Dressmaker's Duke‘Stardust weaves a complex, fully realized love story between resistance figures through Vichy Paris and its aftermath. . . [It] satisfyingly balances harrowing circumstances, hope, bravery and the power of true love.’ Leanna Renee Hieber, award-winning author of Strangely Beautiful and The Spectral City‘Hope C. Tarr takes us on a mesmerizing journey in history. STARDUST weaves a story of glamour and grit, of love and courage. A must for those who crave the allure of history, Paris, and romance.’ Marion Todd‘A magical journey, I loved Rose and how she fought for her own strength within herself.’ Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, Sunday Times bestselling author on Irish EyesReaders love Hope C. Tarr’s American Songbook series:?????‘Brilliant l didn’t want to put it down, didn’t want it to end.’?????‘Incredible writing and gorgeous language! Loved it!’?????‘A book like this is rare to find.’?????‘Starts as a love story but develops into a historical novel of depth.’?????‘I absolutely loved this book, I loved all the characters and a great story.’?????‘I loved it from start to finish.’