The dust has barely settled after El Alamein when Captain Douglas Tulloch and the Lothian Rifles are drawn into the next stretch of the Allied campaign.From chasing retreating Axis forces across North Africa to preparing for combat in Sicily, Tulloch must navigate the violence of war and the hidden schemes unfolding behind enemy lines. While Tulloch's heart remains with Amanda, the intelligence operative who refuses to accept his proposal, his instincts as a soldier drive him to the front line.As the Lothians are thrust into a deadly confrontation with elite German paratroopers, Tulloch uncovers a betrayal that shakes the foundations of everything he believes in, and the cost of survival is higher than ever.A powerful tale of grit and resilience, PUIR BLUIDY SWADDIES ARE WEARY is the fourth book in Malcolm Archibald's Tulloch at War series of historical war novels.

This heart-warming WW2 historical fiction debut about a female pilot is “like reading a personal diary of the brave women who were unsung heroes of WWII” (Rhys Bowen, New York Times–bestselling author of the Royal Spyness mysteries).During World War II, farmer’s daughter Rosalie Wright becomes a pilot assisting the RAF. But will a romantic rivalry send her aerial dreams plummeting to earth?Ever since she was 10 years old, Rosalie Wright’s eyes have been on the skies. But at the age of 18, on the verge of earning her pilot's license, the English farmer’s daughter watches her dreams of becoming an aviatrix fly away without her. Britain's entry into World War II brings civilian aviation to a standstill. Then, Rosalie's father dies, leaving her, her mother, and her brothers to run the farm.Everything changes when she learns that the Air Transport Authority is recruiting women pilots to ferry warplanes across Britain to RAF bases. Despite her mother’s objections, Rosalie cannot resist the call of her country—and the lure of the skies. During her training on Gipsy Moth aircraft, Rosalie forms a fast friendship with fellow flyer Caroline Andrews. Her trusty Ferry Pilots Notebook by her side, Rosalie delivers to five airfields in a day—while fighting an endless battle against skeptical male pilots and ground crews.She would much rather spend her time on the wing than on the arm of any man...until she meets gruff pilot Snug Durrant and RAF squadron leader Alan Chersey. Snug is a cynical, wisecracking playboy, and Alan is every WAAF’s heartthrob...and Rosalie catches both their eyes. As the war drags on, and casualties mount, will love and tragedy send Rosalie’s exhilarating airborne life crashing to the ground?

A brutal murder. A castle under siege. A family torn apart by the Scottish Reformation.Scotland, 1546. When Protestant rebels seize St Andrews Castle and assassinate Cardinal Beaton, the most powerful man in Scotland, young Will Seton joins the occupiers, convinced he is fighting for a better future.His sister Bethia fears he has made a terrible mistake.As the castle comes under siege and Scotland edges towards religious war, Bethia watches her family become caught between powerful forces beyond their control. While Will endures hunger, fear and mounting despair behind the castle walls, Bethia must decide how far she is willing to go to save the brother she loves—even if it means risking everything.But this is more than a conflict between brother and sister. As Henry VIII pressures Scotland to surrender its independence and secure the marriage of the infant Mary Queen of Scots to his son, the future of an entire nation hangs in the balance.Based on the dramatic true events of the Siege of St Andrews Castle, The Castilians is a gripping tale of faith, loyalty, courage and survival during one of the most turbulent periods in Scottish history.The Castilians is Book One of The Seton Chronicles, an award-winning and best-selling historical fiction series spanning Scotland, Venice, France and Constantinople during the turbulent years of the Reformation'Historical Fiction at its absolute best.' — Booklymatters'By the end, I found myself hoping for a sequel, which shows how much I enjoyed this excellent novel.' — Historical Novel Society'A clever blend of fact and fiction… gripping action, drama galore, and a dash of romance.' — Margaret Skea, Winner of the Beryl Bainbridge Prize'I highly recommend this intriguing novel.' — Jean M. Roberts, The Books Delight'The darker side of St Andrews Castle's history, written with such delightful detail I could almost taste and smell the medieval streets of the historic town.' — Lynsey Maxwell

A secret lies behind every door…The Dordogne, 1936Amid tangled gardens and crumbling walls, Chateau Rousseau guards its secrets well.Pushing open its faded door, Thirza Caruthers arrives to care for her great-aunt. She's made a promise – unaware of what awaits.As the skies darken above Europe, the chateau begins to reveal its secrets: stories of forbidden love, devastating betrayal, and a child who vanished years ago.But in uncovering the truth, Thirza may lose herself forever.READERS LOVE THE LOST CHÂTEAU:‘Dinah has a gift for storytelling’ ?????‘Lush, atmospheric, and beautifully written’?????‘Captivating’ ?????‘So cleverly written … Would definitely recommend!’ ?????‘A superbly written novel with all sorts of twists and turns!’ ?????‘Another heartstopping historical novel by Dinah Jefferies … Highly recommended’ ?????‘Highly recommended for fans of the author, historical fiction and a little mystery’ ?????‘A wonderful book with interesting characters’ ?????‘My favourite Dinah Jefferies novel so far … A fantastic page turner’ ?????

Good Hope: An exciting and gripping new historical adventure drama.In the shadow of 17th-century Holland's bustling harbors, where the Dutch East India Company's sails promise fortune and peril, young physician's assistant Danielle Van Aard witnesses a nightmare that shatters her world. When a ruthless captain murders her father for refusing to aid his opium smuggling empire, Danielle flees for her life—only to stow away aboard the Drommedaris, bound for the untamed Cape of Good Hope.Trapped on a treacherous voyage inspired by true historical events from Governor Van Riebeeck's journals, Danielle battles fierce storms, devastating illnesses, and the suspicions of a strict captain. But amid the chaos, she finds unlikely allies: the chivalrous Sebastiaan De Vries, who risks everything to protect her, and the resilient Maria Van Riebeeck, wife of the expedition's leader. As dysentery ravages the settlers and tense encounters with local tribes test fragile alliances, Danielle's medical skills become a beacon of hope—stitching wounds, defying danger, and forging bonds that could reshape destinies.Blending heart-pounding adventure, tender romance, and the raw grit of survival, Good Hope is a riveting tale of one woman's transformation from fugitive to healer in a new world. Based on real events and serving as a strong opener to a trilogy brimming with authenticity, this must-read historical fiction captures the dawn of a colony—and the unbreakable spirit that built it. Good Hope appeals to readers who crave epic, character-driven historical dramas with intellectual weight and emotional resonance. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale’s emotional depth, Outlander’s bold heroines, or Master and Commander’s nautical thrills, Good Hope delivers a fresh, intense historical adventure with a powerful female lead.Will Danielle's courage and daring forge a new destiny—or will it lead to her undoing?

The captivating prequel to the treasured Grantchester series follows the life, loves, and losses of young Sidney Chambers in postwar London.It is 1938, and eighteen-year-old Sidney Chambers is dancing the quickstep with Amanda Kendall at her brother Robert's birthday party at the Caledonian Club. No one can believe, on this golden evening, that there could ever be another war. Returning to London seven years later, Sidney has gained a Military Cross and lost his best friend on the battlefields of Italy. The carefree youth that he and his friends were promised has been blown apart, just like the rest of the world--and Sidney, carrying a terrible, secret guilt, must decide what to do with the rest of his life. But he has heard a call: constant, though quiet, and growing ever more persistent. To the incredulity of his family and the derision of his friends--the irrepressible actor Freddie and the beautiful, vivacious Amanda--Sidney must now negotiate his path to God: the course of which, much like true love, never runs smooth. The Road to Grantchester will delight new and old fans alike and finally tell the touching, engaging, and surprising origin story of the Grantchester Mysteries' beloved archdeacon.