20th Century Historical Romance eBooks – BookBusky https://bookbusky.com Discover New Book, eBook Deals and authors Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:17:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7 https://bookbusky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cropped-book-high-resolution-logo-transparentDD-32x32.png 20th Century Historical Romance eBooks – BookBusky https://bookbusky.com 32 32 The Artist’s Wife https://bookbusky.com/product/the-artists-wife/ https://bookbusky.com/product/the-artists-wife/#respond Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:17:19 +0000 https://bookbusky.com/?post_type=product&p=28419 Victor, her estranged brother, returning after six long years in America. But her elation at being reunited is short-lived as she realizes he still hasn't forgiven her for her part in the heartbreak that sent him abroad. When Victor enlists, their tentative reconnection is shattered. Will Alice ever see her brother again?]]> A gripping and unputdownable story of love, sacrifice and torn family loyalties during the turmoil of WW1.

 

July, 1914: In their sunlit Hampshire workshop, Alice Dalton mixes paints for the stained-glass artwork she and Edmund are working on, pausing only to joyfully cradle the soft swell of her stomach. But the looming war threatens her hard-won happiness.

 

A knock at the door announces the arrival of Victor, her estranged brother, returning after six long years in America. But her elation at being reunited is short-lived as she realizes he still hasn’t forgiven her for her part in the heartbreak that sent him abroad. When Victor enlists, their tentative reconnection is shattered. Will Alice ever see her brother again?

 

While her brother risks his life at Gallipoli, Alice begins to notice the cracks appearing for Edmund, as he tries to protect the world they’ve made for themselves and the happy family life they long for. Every day he’s torn between duty to his country, his moral compass and the desperate need to protect Alice from his powerful father, who could destroy their lives in an instant.

 

As the war gathers pace and threatens everything she holds dear, can Alice fight to hold onto love in a world torn apart by violence?

 

From the gilded world of high society London to the perilous battlefields of Gallipoli, The Artist’s Wife is an utterly gripping and richly evocative story of an Edwardian family torn apart by war, betrayal and heartbreak. Perfect for fans of The Venice Sketchbook and The Nightingale.

 

What readers say about The Artist’s Wife:

 

I loved this book sooo much! The writing was beautiful. I would highly recommend this book!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“Another excellent page-turning book. I was engrossed from beginning to end and stayed up very late to finish it.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Having loved the first book of this series, I was thrilled to read this one. I highly recommend this brilliantly written book which opened my eyes to so much.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Such a beautiful series, it wrings every emotion out of you.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Absolutely loved this second book in the series and really looking forward to the third book.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

I simply adore these characters, I was sad when the book finished.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

A great story of survival.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Has left me wanting more… now! Excellent.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

“This is a marvellous story of greed, love, hidden desires and the power of old men over others. I now anxiously await the next book to see what happens next.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

I really enjoyed this book, and I can’t wait to read the next instalment.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Secret Pianist https://bookbusky.com/product/the-secret-pianist/ https://bookbusky.com/product/the-secret-pianist/#respond Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:45:27 +0000 https://bookbusky.com/?post_type=product&p=28340 When a British RAF Whitley plane comes under fire over the French coast and is forced to drop their cargo, a spy messenger pigeon finds its way into unlikely hands…  The occupation has taken much from the Cotillard sisters, and as the Germans increase their forces in the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gabriella, Martine and Simone can’t escape the feeling that the walls are closing in. Yet, just as they should be trying to stay under the radar, Martine’s discovery of a British messenger pigeon leads them down a new and dangerous path. Gaby would do anything to protect her sisters but when the pianist is forced to teach the step-daughter of a German Commandant, and the town accuses the Cotillards of becoming ‘Bad French’ and in allegiance with the enemy, she realizes they have to take the opportunity to fight back that has been handed to them.]]> Sisters. Traitors. Spies.

When a British RAF Whitley plane comes under fire over the French coast and is forced to drop their cargo, a spy messenger pigeon finds its way into unlikely hands…

The occupation has taken much from the Cotillard sisters, and as the Germans increase their forces in the seaside town of Boulogne-sur-Mer, Gabriella, Martine and Simone can’t escape the feeling that the walls are closing in.

Yet, just as they should be trying to stay under the radar, Martine’s discovery of a British messenger pigeon leads them down a new and dangerous path. Gaby would do anything to protect her sisters but when the pianist is forced to teach the step-daughter of a German Commandant, and the town accuses the Cotillards of becoming ‘Bad French’ and in allegiance with the enemy, she realizes they have to take the opportunity to fight back that has been handed to them.

Now, as the sisters’ secrets wing their way to an unknown contact in London, Gaby, Martine and Simone have to wonder – have they opened a lifeline, or sealed their fate?

Readers can’t get enough of USA Today bestseller Andie Newton:

‘A brilliant tale of resistance, sisterhood and dangerous secrets … a master storyteller!’ Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘If you believe every WW2 story has already been told, think again. This one is special.’ Paulette Kennedy, bestselling author ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A new author to me and what a find. A definite must read⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘As suspenseful as a mystery, while also deeply moving and thought-provoking. Highly recommended’ Historical Novel Society

‘A story of survival and courage … A wonderful read⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I recommend this book to anyone looking for adventure, standing up for your beliefs and love’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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