De kindertijd van de auteur, gekenmerkt door frequente verhuizingen met een militair gezin, voedde een diepe liefde voor reizen die tot in volwassenheid voortduurde. Na haar huwelijk en gezinsstichting vestigde ze zich in Zuid-Engeland, waar ze ook een academische carrière nastreefde voordat ze zich volledig aan het schrijven wijdde. Haar historische romans, vaak gesitueerd op exotische locaties tegen de achtergrond van belangrijke wereldgebeurtenissen, combineren mysterie, spanning en romantiek. Deze werken verkennen blijvende thema's als familie, liefde en verlies in rijkelijk voorgestelde historische omgevingen.
All she's ever wanted is a place to call home 1948: Daisy Driscoll is working as a qualified Sister in Brighton. The war may be over, but Daisy's heart is in turmoil. Abandoned in childhood and haunted by the experience of her first marriage, Daisy no longer trusts anyone.
Working round the clock for her country1941: As a nurse in the rubble-strewn East end of London, Daisy Driscoll is a first-hand witness to the trauma of the Second World War. All she can do during the Blitz is to protect herself - and do her best to help others survive.
She longed for a family of her own... Growing up in an orphanage on East London's Cobb Street, Daisy Driscoll never felt the warm heart of home. Forging her own way in the world, determined Daisy struggles to make ends meet as the country finds itself on the brink of the Second World War.
Set in England during 1914, the story revolves around a pivotal decision faced by the protagonist that has the potential to either bring her family closer together or drive them apart. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, conflict, and the impact of personal choices against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of war, highlighting the emotional and social struggles of the time.
Flora Steele, a bookshop owner and amateur detective, embarks on an intriguing journey to solve a fresh murder mystery. Her character blends a love for literature with a knack for sleuthing, as she navigates the challenges of her quaint town on her bicycle. With her daydreaming nature, Flora's adventures promise a delightful mix of charm and suspense.
"Bookshop owner Flora Steele escapes the sleepy English village of Abbeymead through the adventures in the stories she sells. Until one morning, everything changes when she discovers a body amongst her own bookshelves... The young man with the shock of white-blond hair lay spread-eagled on the floor, surrounded by fallen books. His hand reached out to the scattered pages, as though he was trying to tell her something. But who is he? How did he come to be killed in Flora's ordinary little bookshop? Flora finds out he was staying at the Priory Hotel, and when the gardener suddenly dies in its beautiful grounds only a few days later, she is certain that something untoward is happening in her quiet village by the sea. But are the two deaths connected? And is someone at the hotel responsible - the nervous cook, the money-obsessed receptionist, or the formidable manageress? Determined to save her beloved bookshop's reputation and solve the murder mystery, Flora enlists the help of handsome and brooding Jack Carrington: crime writer, recluse and her most reliable customer. As the unlikely duo set about investigating the baffling case, guilty faces greet them at every door. And they soon realise there's more than one person hiding secrets in Abbeymead..."--Provided by publisher
Separated by time and distance, two sisters seek answers for all they’ve lost When Alice Verinder’s beloved sister Lydia goes missing, Alice boards the Orient Express bound for Topkapi Palace in Constantinople, determined to find her.Lydia was governess to the Sultan’s young children and though her letters spoke of exotic delights and welcoming hosts, the reception Alice receives is decidedly cold and answers unforthcoming.Now, as Alice digs deeper into the secrets of a land foreign to her she has only Englishman Harry Frome to help her. But as their search uncovers unforeseen dangers and exposes an unexpected ardour, is Alice ready for the truths they’ll uncover? An emotional historical drama perfect for fans of Linda Finlay and Rosie Goodwin
Fleeing the threat of betrothal to a degenerate man, Amelie Milverton escapes her home disguised as a maidservant. Only to find herself falling in love with a man who is hiding as many secrets as herself.
Facing penury, Elinor Milford is urged by her dying mother to seek help from Amersham Hall. What connection can there be? Disguised as a dairymaid, Elinor sets out to unearth the secrets of her birth and discovers an extraordinary story.
An absolutely page-turning and addictive cozy mystery novel
In a gripping mystery, Flora Steele, a bookshop owner and aspiring detective, teams up with her fiancé, crime writer Jack Carrington, to unravel a case where the power of words takes a deadly turn. As they delve into the investigation, they uncover dark secrets and the sinister impact of language, leading them to confront both external threats and their own relationship dynamics. This intriguing blend of crime and romance promises twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.