This epic saga spanning a century and three generations of a Jewish family is Ray Kingfisher’s most original and ambitious novel to date.Three Tales from Vienna follows the fortunes of the Rosenthal family through the eyes of three sisters: the prim but compassionate Alicia, the confident social butterfly that is Giselle, and the studious baby of the family, Klara. But this is more than a tale of three ordinary Jewish sisters; this is also three tales of one great city, of how the changes brought about by union with Hitler’s Germany would prove to have a devastating effect on the character of Vienna as well as the Rosenthal family.Tale One – Calm Waters, Ordinary Lives – is set before the union with Germany, when the three sisters enjoy a typical carefree existence, each searching for love and fulfilment in her own individual manner, each doing her best to ignore the looming cloud of their country’s aggressive neighbor.Covering Vienna’s most tumultuous years, Tale Two – A Bitter North Wind – sees the sisters’ lives torn apart by the brutal National Socialist regime, forcing each of them to deal with persecution in strikingly different ways.In the post-war setting of Tale Three – Salvage and Legacy – each sister must pick up the pieces of a life all but destroyed. Alicia, Giselle, and Klara are torn between honoring their parents and beloved brother, Hugo, or carving out a future where their own offspring are shielded from the effects of the persecution they lived through. But can family ties survive the memories of their ordeals? And do children of survivors inherit some of the pain and suffering their parents endured?

A woman who's lost everything. Her sister, who has everything. And the baby who means everything - to both of them.Ava has always been poor, so she doesn't think the Great Depression will change anything. But when her mother dies and her coal miner husband loses his job, Ava's certainty falters. The last thing she needs is a letter from her estranged sister, asking for the impossible.Claire has everything she could ever want, except the child she promised her husband. When her sister's life falls apart, she reaches out to help - and finds the missing piece of her own marriage.With everything at stake, Ava must choose: give up one child to save the rest or keep her family together and risk losing everything?If you like strong, resourceful women, well-developed historical themes, and heartfelt family drama, then Coming Apart is your next rainy-day read.

Explore the rich beauty of Scotland across generations of the Cameron family. Follow their many adventures packed with drama, love, loss and resilience.These page-turning, historical romances are perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Katie Flynn, Rosie Goodwin, Sylvia Broady, Tania Crosse, D.E. Stevenson and Lorna Hill.SETTINGIn the heart of the Scottish Highlands surrounded by rolling hills, and rugged glens, sits Fairlyden farm, home to the Cameron family. This unforgettable series follows the Camerons — and all their trials and tribulations — through the decades.IN THIS FOUR-BOOK BOX SET:BOOK 1: FAIRLYDEN1850s. Mattie Cameron’s quiet life is turned upside down when her father’s death leaves her to run the family farm, Fairlyden. But, as a woman, she must marry if she is to secure its future from rival farmers. Sandy Logan made a promise to always protect Mattie and offers to marry her. As an unexpected passion simmers between them, will love and loyalty be enough to save Fairlyden?BOOK 2: MISTRESS OF FAIRLYDEN1860s. Sarah Cameron’s life at Fairlyden is anything but tranquil. Married to William, her marriage, while built on love, is tested by secrets, pride, and William’s overbearing nature. But a confrontation with the sinister Edward Slater threatens to shatter their world. Now Sarah and William must come together to overcome the dangers that seek to divide them and ensure their happiness remains intact.BOOK 3: THE FAMILY OF FAIRLYDEN1910s. Since the death of her mother, Beth Jamieson has been raised by Sarah Cameron. But Sarah’s daughter Sadie is unhappy with Beth being part of the family, especially as Beth gets older and grows closer to Sarah’s youngest son, Logan. Love begins to blossom. Then in 1914 everything changes and Logan is sent to war. They delay their marriage until Logan’s return. But then Beth discovers she’s pregnant, and Sadie knows. Will Sadie destroy Beth’s chance at happiness before it’s begun?BOOK 4: FAIRLYDEN AT WAR1940s. Kirsty Cameron has never forgiven James MacFarlane for leaving Fairlyden for a neighbouring farm. Having known James all her life all she can feel is betrayal and heartache. But feelings are put aside when war breaks out and Kirsty is forced to shoulder the burden of Fairlyden alone. As the shadows of war creep closer, James is never far from her thoughts and Kirsty discovers that the greatest risks aren’t just to her farm — but to her heart.Please note this series was previously published as the Fairlyden Series.PRAISE FOR GWEN KIRKWOOD:‘Romance with a capital R.’ Manchester Evening News‘A dramatic period tale set in the villages and countryside of Lowland Scotland.’ Fife Free Press‘An enjoyable family saga of life in nineteenth century Scotland, when country people lived close to starvation and were subject to the whim of the laird.’ South Hams Free Press‘This is a compelling tale of country life and is emotionally and descriptively fulfilling.’ The Dumfries & Galloway Standard and Advertiser????? ‘Without a doubt, one of my favourite sagas I've enjoyed on Kindle Unlimited! I loved the characters like family, felt their joy and their pain!’ Linda????? ‘I enjoyed the book so much I did not want it to end.’ Magpie????? ‘Well written and atmospheric, I love Fairlyden and all its characters.’ Fay D.????? ‘So glad that I’ve discovered Gwen Kirkwood.’ Kat64????? ‘Lovingly written, it took me right away to another time and place and who knows I may even visit that part of the world.’ Kindle Reader

Germany, 1938. ‘No,’ she cries out as she falls to the floor, fear clutching desperately at her chest, ‘They can’t have taken him, they can’t have taken my husband.’ As her tear-filled eyes dart wildly around the empty room, she realises she has no one to turn to. She is his only hope. But how can she possibly save him?When shy, beautiful Edith first met Jewish-born Julius it was love at first sight. Julius swept her off her feet, whisking her from humble beginnings into the sparkling society and glittering ballrooms of Berlin’s powerful elite. It felt like all her dreams had come true.But her perfect world begins to crack with rumblings of the Nazi party growing in power and influence. Every day there are new laws to strip Jews of their money and their freedom. And there are even more frightening rumours, of horrifying camps, and people disappearing in the night…Then when Edith’s own brother Joseph enlists as an SS officer, and her whole family turn their backs on them, she knows that it is only a matter of time before they come for her husband. She pleads with Julius that their only chance is to run away and start again. Who cares about worldly possessions if they can still be together, their lives intact? But despite everything, he refuses to believe he is in danger.Then one terrible night, the sounds of cries and breaking glass ring out across the city as the Nazis wreak their destruction. Edith’s worst fears have been realised—Julius has been taken.For so long, Edith has led a sheltered life, secluded from the real world. But the only way to save her beloved husband is to defy the Nazis and put herself in grave danger. Can she draw on every bit of strength she has to fight for love and save him… or is she already too late?A totally devastating, powerful, and ultimately uplifting story, perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, My Name is Eva and Sold on a Monday. Readers are loving The Berlin Wife:“Wow what a whirlwind of a story. I was so enamoured with this wonderful book… completely unputdownable… I completely lost track of time as I was pulled into this story, flipping through the pages at such a rapid speed, that I couldn’t stop… My heartbeat was faster and faster as my breath stopped completely… phenomenal… a wonderful story of courage, hope and faith during one of the darkest times in history… highly recommend it!!” Page Turners, ?????“It was impossible not to get drawn into this story… So compelling, moving, despairing and heart-breaking, yet the flicker of hope never went out.” Just 4 My Books, ?????“This book definitely has all the feels… a gripping adventure that will keep you up late at night. I can’t wait for the next book to come out!” @diane.likes.to.read, ?????“Three cheers for the author… I opened this book and I was lost straight away, brilliant story, perfectly paced. I just love this author.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“The ending left me wanting to know about the fate of the characters I had gotten to know so well… Truly a heart-wrenching, powerful and insightful story.” @shortbookthyme, ?????“Heartbreaking.” Vegan Book Blogger, ?????“Thought-provoking and emotional.” @nishlikestoread, ?????“A brilliant read… One of the best historical fiction books that I have read so far this year.” Shaz’s Book Blog“Emotional and gripping… Fascinating… I found myself reading faster as the book went on.” Over The Rainbow Book BlogThis book was previously published with the title The First Spark of Fire.