The Oath takes the reader on an emotional rollercoaster with its captivating story set in the late Victorian era. Although heartbreaking, it is also uplifting, both of which may cause the reader to shed a tear or two.Marry the baronet, or vulnerable parents face la prison des pauvresFrance 1895 - Seventeen-year-old Françoise abandons her carefree life and sails for England to marry distant cousin Charles Dubois. On arrival she finds her groom aloof and evasive.'Playtime is over. Seventeen is old enough to wed and bear a child.’Draped in expensive silk brocade, she yearns for her homeland and comfortable gowns, and when she discovers the baronet’s clandestine visits, it is her cheery maid she turns to, her new confidante and friend.BETRAYAL – HEARTBREAK – FRIENDSHIPThe Oath: A coming of age, historical fiction saga from the author of House of Grace family saga trilogy.

1939. Bombs threaten London and five small children step onto a rickety train, clutching their gas masks, heading to an uncertain future…When the war with Nazi Germany sends five displaced children to her door, Dodie Fitznorton knows life in her quiet village will never be the same. Her once orderly home is now strewn with odd socks and abandoned toast crusts, and she gasps when she discovers a flea-infested ginger kitten hidden away upstairs.But the baggage these little ones bring is far more than just their tattered suitcases. Eight-year-old Olive trembles when spoken to and won’t say how she got a bruised lip, and her brother Peter seems angry at the entire world. Then Dodie meets the children’s grey-eyed American teacher, Patrick Winter, who makes her feel she’s not alone in this fight.As darkness falls over Europe, Dodie's fragile sanctuary begins to feel like a fortress under siege. With whispers of spies in the village and the children’s precious futures at stake, Dodie must decide who to trust before everything she's built crumbles to ashes around her…A deeply poignant tale of love forged in wartime – heartwarming, captivating and impossible to forget. Perfect for fans of The Secret Orphan, Before We Were Yours and Anna Stuart.What readers are saying about Luisa A. Jones:'My heart was torn out many times... achingly beautiful... gripped my attention every moment... gorgeous, haunting, tender and raw... A must read.' Reader review, ?????'Absolutely stole my heart... so moving... beautifully written, deeply felt... I didn't want it to end... an absolute must-read.' Reader review, ?????'An emotional journey bound to touch the deepest and most sensitive parts of our hearts... an extraordinary story I will never forget. A must read!' Reader review, ?????'A heart-wrenching journey... deeply moved by the characters' struggles. I was completely captivated... truly moving and thought-provoking... you won't want to miss it.' Reader review, ?????'Highly recommend this poignant and heartwarming story' Reader review, ?????'Absolutely beautiful and so worth the read. Would I recommend? Absolutely.' Reader review, ?????'Poignant and beautifully written... heartwarming narrative... captures the enduring human spirit... beautifully written, emotional.' Reader review, ?????'I really enjoyed this book – so much so I found my self snatching a few minutes here and there just to read another chapter... Well worth its 5 stars – a very good read.' Reader review, ?????

Dive into a BRAND NEW richly atmospheric, enchanting and mesmerising novel that weaves ancient magic, family secrets and timeless love into an unforgettable story spanning the ages! ? Perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Lucinda Riley and Irina Shapiro.'Weaving threads of magic, myth and legend with the modern day, this is a captivating retelling of an age-old tale of family trauma and the healing power of love.' Alexandra Weston, author of The Hollywood GovernessWhen Caitlin King’s father collapses on the eve of the summer solstice, she’s drawn back into the tangled web of her already fragile family – and strange visions begin to haunt her. Visions of another life, another time and a woman who looks uncannily like herself.In Iron Age Britain, Cordelia is the third daughter of chief Lear Bladudsunu and a gifted shaman. But she is left grief-stricken when betrayal, ambition and patriarchal power threaten everything she holds dear.Linked across the centuries, Caitlin and Cordelia each face devastating choices. As Cordelia fights to protect her people from destruction, Caitlin finds herself drawn deeper into the mysteries of the past.As the veil thins between past and present, can Caitlin unravel the truth of her own heritage in time to heal old wounds and unite her fractured family?Alexandra Walsh’s mystical new novel is a richly layered tale of sisterhood, legacy and the enduring power of love.Praise for Alexandra Walsh:????? 'A fabulously intricate tapestry of a story, rich in historical detail.' Eva Glyn????? 'Evocative and compelling, captivating the reader from the very first page.' Michelle Rawlins????? 'Alexandra Walsh weaves a perfectly crafted dual timeline tale that will enthral and delight the reader from the first words until the very last sparkling moment.' Elena Collins????? 'An atmospheric, emotional story that becomes addictive reading as the connections and secrets reveal themselves.' Reader review????? 'I absolutely loved this beautifully written and characterful novel.’ Carol McGrath????? 'Alexandra Walsh is a master storyteller and does historical time hops so well... Stays with you a long time after you turn the last page.’ Michelle Rawlins

Paris, 1940. Golden light bathes the crumbling rooftop of the orphanage. I stroke my little sister’s hair and comfort the other war orphans climbing into the rickety truck. We must leave the only home we have left, or the Nazis will find us… Margot has spent most of her life at St Agnes’ Orphanage with her little sister Lucie. She does her best to care for all the children, cradling them under the stars when Sister Helen can’t get them to sleep. But she knows that when the Nazis reach the gates of Paris, the Jewish orphans will be in terrible danger. She must help them escape…Holding on tightly to Lucie as they all scramble into a truck bound for the countryside, Margot cannot prevent her hands from shaking. Then one night, by the flickering light of the makeshift fire, Sister Helen tells Margot she has found a rich family to take Lucie in. But there will be no safety for the other children – unless Margot can lead them to the French coast for a ship destined for America.Looking from her sister’s bright blue eyes to the little patchwork teddy the children share, Margot realises she must trust someone else with the only family she has left. But as soon as the wrought-iron gates of Lucie’s new home slam shut, Margot knows she’s made a mistake. Devastated at being left behind with strangers, Lucie runs away.Margot knows the only place Lucie will run to is the high stone walls of the orphanage, where she last knew warmth and food and comfort. With fear in her heart, Margot is faced with an impossible choice. Should she race to save her sister from a terrible fate, or make sure the other orphans escape?A heart-wrenching and powerful historical fiction page-turner set in World War Two Paris. Perfect for fans of Kelly Rimmer, The Midwife of Auschwitz and Rhys Bowen.Readers are loving The Home for War Orphans:‘Breathtaking, heart-wrenching historical novel that I couldn’t put down… Completely stole my heart… A must-read. Absolutely stunning… Unforgettable.’ NetGalley reviewer, ??????????‘Completely nail-biting… I lost count of how many times I was brought to tears.’ Goodreads reviewer, ??????????‘One of the best books I’ve read this year for sure!... Gripping… Had me on the edge of my seat!... I am champing at the bit to read more!’ Goodreads reviewer, ??????????‘What a page-turner!... Impossible to stop reading. I can’t wait for the next in this series!’ Goodreads reviewer, ??????????‘Incredible… heartbreaking… I just couldn't put this book down… if I could give it more then 5 stars I certainly would.’ NetGalley reviewer, ??????????‘Emotional right to the end… Needs lots of tissues… Totally perfect… I loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ??????????‘Brilliant from start to finish… Amazing and powerful from the get-go… An unforgettable and exhilarating ride.’ Shaz's Book Blog‘Awesome… So so good… I couldn’t put this book down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ??????????

A BRAND NEW wartime novel of bravery, hope, and the power of a mother's love in the darkest of times Inspired by an incredible untold story.Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Nightingale and Mandy Robotham It is 1943 in Nazi-occupied Paris, and nobody is safe. Nobody, except perhaps one small group of people, who’ve always existed outside the law…At Le Cirque Casini, the trapeze artists still fly. The strong men still perform amazing feats. The sad-faced clowns still make people laugh, even in a city with a broken heart. The Nazis do not trouble them, as long as they keep the people happy and entertained.But what the Germans don’t know is that there are circus performers with secrets of their own. And when Lia – a performer known for her bravery on the trapeze – finds herself with nowhere else to go but back to the circus she’d left 18 years ago – she does so with two small orphaned Jewish children in tow, who she’s sworn to protect.As the circus’s numbers swell with people desperate to hide, and threats come not only from the Nazis but from one who seeks to kill someone amongst them, Lia and the other circus-performers know they must do everything in their power to protect the vulnerable.But who better than those who would risk their lives every day for entertainment—to save the lives of others?An unforgettable story that will stay with you long after the final page Readers love Jina Bacarr:“My heart was torn to shreds… This is one powerful, gut-wrenching, soul-shattering novel that would make any woman cry… My own heart felt pierced to the core… Like nothing else I have read… Magnificent.” Reader Review ?????“Hard-hitting and heart-breaking, this is truly an excellent novel.” Reader Review ?????“Wow what a book! From the very first page I was totally hooked… A rollercoaster of a ride of heartbreak and bravery… An absolutely gripping, powerful story that I won’t forget anytime soon.” Reader Review ?????“Wow! I was blown away by the magnitude of this novel. It is exceptional on so many levels. It is hard to know where to begin in singing its praises… A gripping, heart wrenching story of chaos, sacrifice and courage… A must-read for historical fiction lovers” Reader Review ?????“This powerful heartbreaking story is one that will stay with me for a long time… Amazingly vivid…I was taken on a rollercoaster of emotions from heartbreak to joy and anger to excitement and a whole lot more. I hate what people had to face but I love their determination, bravery and courage… There aren’t enough stars in the world to rate this book.” Reader Review ?????

Praise for Joanna Hickson:‘An intriguing tale, told with confidence’ The Times‘Rich and warm’ Sunday ExpressWill his ambition be her destiny or her downfall? When Isabel Williams is betrothed to John Seymour, Lord of Wolf Hall Manor, she hopes that love and respect will come, despite his cold streak of ruthless ambition.Jess the shepherdess tends her flock on the wild spaces of Avebury close by, dismissing those who believe it is work for men. Forced to flee after falling under suspicion for the disappearance of a young man, Isabel’s offer of life with the growing Seymour family is the only refuge available to her.As John’s ambition draws them into the orbit of the divided court of the young King Henry VI, his hunger to succeed takes on a darker edge. Isabel realises her husband will pay any price to get what he wants, even if it means destroying those he has sworn to protect…