Rosie Meddon Boeken

Left homeless after the Exeter Blitz, May must find a job if she’s to put a roof over her head and help support her two younger sisters. Taking a job as housekeeper to farmer George , May soon ends up getting stuck into more than just cleaning and cooking. The Ministry of Agriculture will close Fair Maids Farm if it doesn’t meet their produce targets, but George refuses to heed their warnings. With only two reluctant Land Girls to help, May receives unexpected guidance from Dan , a neighbouring farmer, whose kindness gets tongues wagging in the village. But secrets and sabotage lie ahead – can May hold her own in a world she’s unfamiliar with and turn the fortunes of the farm around? An uplifting and captivating Second World War saga for fans of Rosie Clarke and Katie Flynn. 'Full of engaging characters and a fabulous countryside setting. A heartwarming and uplifting story that’s hard to put down .' Rosie Hendry 'I got swept away in this wonderful, uplifting tale. I was smiling one moment, crying the next. A must-read !' Vicki Beeby

Esme Colborne's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers her adoption from a working-class family, leading her to question her engagement to Richard Trevannion, a man of high social standing. In her quest for identity, she becomes a 'decoy woman,' testing undercover operatives during World War II. As she navigates the thrilling yet perilous world of espionage, Esme grapples with her enduring feelings for Richard and the courage needed to confront her past. This captivating saga explores themes of love, identity, and bravery.

A story of family, secrets and love set in the beautiful Devonshire countryside at Woodicombe House. Kate Bratton dreams of more. It’s 1914, and her life is mapped out ahead of her: continue working as a maid in the beautiful Woodicombe House, settle down with Luke the gardener and, of course, start a family. Desperate to run away in search of adventure, Kate’s plans are curtailed by the arrival of the Russell family at Woodicombe House. Tasked with becoming a ladies-maid for their daughter, Naomi, Kate gets a glimpse of the other side of life. Little does she know that all families have secrets, no matter their standing. Will Kate return to the safety of her life before the Russell’s departure? Or will the handsome Ned Russell turn her head? The Woodicombe House Sagas The Housekeer’s Daughter A Wife’s War (Coming March 2019) Praise for The Housekeeper's Daughter: ‘I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and found the story to flow well. There were many twists and turns that built up to the final conclusion. Very enjoyable and definitely recommended’ 5* Reader review

Set against the backdrop of World War II, Lou Channer seeks adventure and purpose beyond her North Devon home by working as a clerk at the Royal Canadian Naval Yard. Surrounded by supportive friends, she navigates newfound attention from charming Harry and dashing Lieutenant Douglas Ross, leading to a romantic dilemma. However, when a burglary at her depot implicates her as the prime suspect, Lou must confront the harsh realities of love, loyalty, and the fight for her future in a time of turmoil.

"After a bomb destroys Esme's London home and kills her son, she moves to Woodicombe, her old country house in Devon, to begin the impossible task of recuperating. Soon she is drawn back into the world of espionage, and as her marriage to Richard starts to crumble, a local airman pulls her closer. Meanwhile, Lou awaits confirmation that she can relocate to Canada to be with her husband Douglas. Biding her time back home, she notices her father behaving strangely and disappearing at odd hours to wander the nearby cliffs. With rumours of spies afoot, she needs to learn the truth before anyone else does. Lou and Esme still have battles to overcome as the war continues. Will Esme betray her wedding vows, or can she find her way back to Richard?"--Provided by publisher

A return to Woodicombe House… Kate Channer thought married life was going to be a grand adventure. But when Luke ships off for war before the echoes of their vows have ended, she’s left behind, desperate to do something to make a difference and help bring him home.Yet life in Devon and London spent as ladies-maid to her half-sister, Naomi, brings battles of its own. Facing hardship and heartbreak they never imagined, Kate and Naomi must now find the strength to keep the home fires burning through the long uncertain months of a wife’s war. The Woodicombe House Sagas The Housekeeper’s Daughter A Wife’s War

As the end of the war nears, change arrives at Woodicombe House… Kate Channer is settled in London helping half-sister, Naomi, as her housekeeper while the Great War rages on. When Naomi’s brother, Ned, is sent home seriously injured it’s up to Kate to manage the household as well as Ned’s rehabilitation.But with the growing workload, Kate struggles to keep everything running smoothly and yearns to return to Woodicombe House. And with no word from her husband, Luke, fighting in France, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to stay positive.Hard times are ahead for Kate and her family – when the realities of war land on their doorstep, can Kate find the strength to keep going? The final book in the Woodicombe House Saga trilogy, this story is perfect for fans of Linda Finlay and Rosie Goodwin.

Clemmie throws herself into volunteering with the very organisation who helped her and her sisters when they were homeless: the WVS. Demonstrating a natural flair, painfully-shy Clemmie is soon drafted to set up one of the British Welcome Clubs aimed at easing American troops’ integration into English life. There, she meets Squadron Leader Dunning who, shot down in the Blitz, has been left partially paralysed. As friendship turns to something more, Clemmie faces an impossible decision – sacrifice her dreams of motherhood, or lose the man she’s learning to love. Between her volunteer work, Squadron Leader Dunning and the overarching danger and chaos of war, Clemmie must learn to speak up if she’s to survive and, more importantly, find the joy in life. An emotional and thrilling Second World War saga for fans of Rosie Hendry, Pam Howes and Vicki Beeby.

Pearl dreamed of a career on the stage, and a chance encounter makes this dream a possibility. But how far is she willing to go to become a star?