As snowflakes carpet London’s cobbled streets, can Kitty protect her loved ones? When her family falls on hard times, Kitty refuses to give in to despair. With a talent for painting, she earns a few shillings selling her portraits at the bustling Soho Bazaar.But danger waits in the shadows, and when her mother is swindled out of almost everything and her sister is drawn into a reckless affair, their future hangs by a thread.As winter tightens its icy grip, can Kitty give them hope when all seems lost?Escape into the world of Dilly Court for winter 2025, with the latest utterly unforgettable fireside read!Readers LOVE Dilly Court!‘Love the author, loved the book. Family saga at its best’ ?????'Another truly special book from Dilly. Warm and touching, with friendship and romance in the mix' ?????‘Can’t put it down!! It’s a 5 ?read! Have all her books to date…Just keep ‘em comin’!’‘A wonderful book by my favourite author Dilly Court, I absolutely adore her style of writing and the rich and warm characters that are interwoven into the story’ ?????‘I'm a huge Dilly Court fan, and I've yet to read a book of hers that disappoints’ ?????‘Really enjoyed it and read it right through on this windy and wet Sunday’ ?????‘Another great read from Dilly Court, I was unable to put it down’ ?????Dilly Court's book 'The Snow Angel' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-10-14.

1963. Cape Kennedy, Florida. The world is watching the skies—but five women are fighting battles no one sees.When Josephine Booker’s husband is chosen for NASA’s elite astronaut program, she leaves behind snowy Minnesota for a life of sunshine, press conferences, and expectations she never asked for. In Stardust Beach—a brand-new town built to support the space race—Jo is expected to be the perfect wife, mother, and symbol of American grace. But behind the smiles and poolside interviews, her marriage is quietly cracking under the pressure.The danger isn’t just in space. It’s in what this life demands.With her husband risking his life in the name of progress, Jo must decide who she is outside of the mission—and whether love is enough when the world keeps asking her to sacrifice more. As she finds friendship with four other astronaut wives—Frankie, Barbie, Carrie, and Jude—Jo begins to question everything she thought she knew about marriage, motherhood, and what it means to be a woman in a world that only sees the men.Set against the thrilling, high-stakes backdrop of America’s early space program, Stardust Beach is a powerful story of sisterhood, sacrifice, and the courage it takes to chase your own dreams—no matter what gravity tries to hold you down.Perfect for fans of The Astronaut Wives Club, Beatriz Williams, and Kristin Harmel.

Gripping, epic and heartbreaking historical fiction, about one woman’s survival against all odds during the unbearable hardships of World War Two. 1939, England. Bess Dudley knows what it means to lose what you love. As daughter of a groom at historic Foxden Hall, she’s pushed herself to escape her humble background and train as a teacher, but she’s made huge sacrifices along the way. Just as Bess arrives in London to take up her first, hard-won post, the shadow of war sweeps over England. Bombs rip apart the city, and screeching air raids become a part of everyday life. London is thrown into chaos and schools close, taking Bess’s dreams with them.Then Bess learns that James, the handsome heir to Foxden Hall – who she’s loved since childhood – is engaged to Annabel Hadley. Annabel is everything Bess is not – a wealthy aristocrat – but James never seemed to care about those things before. It breaks Bess’s heart to see him with someone else.London is becoming more dangerous by the day and when Bess nearly dies in a terrifying air raid she knows it’s time to go home. Back at Foxden Acres, she becomes a Land Girl –– farming the estate for wartime rations. It’s back-breaking work and a far cry from the life she dreamed of – even here, the horror of war leaves no life untouched.Then the unthinkable happens, and Bess’s resilience and hope are tested to the ultimate limit. In a world torn apart by violence, she must choose between her heart and her duty… all while keeping a dark secret of her own.An unputdownable wartime novel about how adversity can change us in ways we never anticipate. Perfect for fans of Mandy Robotham, Glynis Peters and Rachel Wesson.What readers are saying about Foxden Acres:“A stunning novel… I cried. But I also felt my heart lift. This book has it all – tension, love and loss.” Reader review, ?????“Completely swept me away… Superb historical detail, great characters and a cracking story. Loved it!” Reader review, ?????“I absolutely loved this book! It is so beautifully and sensitively written…The depiction of hope, love, longing and of course grief had me captivated… this is a winner!” Reader review, ?????“I laughed at times, cried a little, and would recommend this to all fans of historical drama.” Reader review, ?????“A heart-warming family saga… I loved this story.” Reader review, ?????“I have enjoyed every word of this book… hard to put down.” Reader review, ?????“A heart-warming and, at times, gut-wrenching read… had me hooked from the word go… I laughed, and I cried!... If you've not read it, you must!” Reader review, ?????

"Extremely readable with close attention paid to both wider historical and intimate family details, Suchman's tale serves as a monument in words." -Kirkus ReviewsIn 1920s Germany, Alice Heppenheimer defies her family's expectations to pursue her dream of becoming a fashion designer. From the art studios of Nuremberg to the bustling streets of Frankfurt, Alice builds a successful business and finds love with Alfred Falkenstein. But as the Nazi regime rises to power, their world begins to crumble.Based on the author's extensive research into her husband's family history, Stumbling Stones follows Alice's journey as an ambitious young artist. As anti-Semitic laws destroy Jewish life in Germany, Alice and Alfred struggle desperately to escape, facing bureaucratic obstacles and financial manipulation at every turn.A powerful testament to lives lost and love enduring, Stumbling Stones illuminates the individual stories behind the statistics, ensuring that Alice Heppenheimer's name and memory will never be forgotten.