Description
A gritty, emotional saga from a bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Maggie Hope and Nadine Dorries.
1915. As a child it never mattered to Blake that he has no mother, that no one knew who his father was. He was secure in his grandparents' love, happy on their farm in the Yorkshire dales. But when his grandparents die suddenly, Blake's world collapses.Taken in by a neighbouring farmer as hired help, Blake's life becomes focused on the land - and on his secret love for Annie, his employer's daughter. Annie may love Blake too, but she knows she doesn't want to spend her life on the farm. So Blake leaves for the busy shipyards of Sunderland, determined to make his name. He swears one day he will come back for Annie - but can he be sure she will wait for him?
About the Author
Elizabeth Gill is the bestselling author of eight novels published by Quercus. She lives in Durham and comes from a foundry-owning background.
Reviews
Original and evocative - a born storyteller - Trisha AshleyGill's page-turning wartime saga has drama and intrigue worthy of Call the Midwife - Big Issue
Book Information
ISBN 9781784299903
Author Elizabeth Gill
Format Paperback
Page Count 496
Imprint Quercus Publishing
Publisher Quercus Publishing
Weight(grams) 346g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 133mm * 36mm