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Book Rainy Days for the Harpers Girls

Download or read book Rainy Days for the Harpers Girls written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next book in the series from the bestselling author Rosie Clarke of The Harpers Emporium and The Mulberry Lane Series. There are hard times ahead for the Harpers Girls... 1914 Oxford Street, London It is two years since Harpers Emporium opened its doors and life is good for Sally and Ben Harper as they look forward to the arrival of their first child. Beth Burrows is settling into married life with Jack and is gradually recovering from her miscarriage and Aunt’s tragic death. Harpers welcomes some new faces and they all become part of the daily life at the busy store. However, whilst the sun is shining on the streets of London, dark clouds gather over Europe as war looms threatening rainy days for the girls... A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. What readers are saying about Rainy Days For The Harpers Girls ' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale 'Oh how FANTASTIC to be back with the Harper girls' - Reader Review 'As with the rest of the Harper's series this was a great read' - Reader Review 'Absolutely loved Rainy days for the Harper's girls. It ended before I was ready for it to' - Reader Review 'The writing is outstanding' - Reader Review 'I've enjoyed all the Harper Girls books. Another one you can't put down' - Reader Review 'This book is brilliantly written and the descriptions are so well done that you feel like you are there in the book as a character. '-* Reader Review* 'I got sucked in immediately and could not put it down!'- Reader Review 'I can 100% guarantee that I will be reading more of Rosie's work in the future'- *Reader Review *

Book The Shop Girls of Harpers

Download or read book The Shop Girls of Harpers written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2019-12-03 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beginning of a brand new series from #1 bestselling author Rosie ClarkeWelcome to Harpers of Oxford Street. London 1911 When Sally, Beth, Margaret and Rachel meet at a job interview for the wonderful new store in Oxford Street, they have no idea they will become lifelong friends. When all four girls are lucky enough to be selected as sales staff their exciting new adventure begins. Join them as they overcome heartbreak and grief, find love and happiness and remain united in their friendship, whatever life throws at them. A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. What readers are saying about The Shop Girls of Harpers: ' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale 'A lovely book to read and the first of a new series with characters that blend so well and a great story of friendship, family and love. Well worth 5*' - Reader Review 'A lovely read first in a new series, looking forward to the next. English saga writing at its best: wonderful characters, emotional, warm, lovely, highly recommend' - Reader Review 'Heart Warming, Compelling and Authentic, that features strong friendships, trials and tribulations of each woman, strong, relatable female characters, and a wonderfully enchanting location ' - Reader Review 'This book is brilliantly written and the descriptions are so well done that you feel like you are there in the book as a character. '- Reader Review 'I got sucked in immediately and could not put it down!'- Reader Review 'I can 100% guarantee that I will be reading more of Rosie's work in the future'- Reader Review

Book Wartime Blues for the Harpers Girls

Download or read book Wartime Blues for the Harpers Girls written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The eagerly awaited next book in Rosie Clarke Harpers Emporium series - follow the lives of The Harpers Girls... Friendship, tears, laughter and enduring love help the Harpers girls survive... Oxford Street, London 1917 As the Americans enter the War, there is renewed energy in the war effort. With husbands and sons fighting for freedom, the women of Harpers are left to tackle the day-to-day affairs at home and work. With Ben Harper away, Sally fears she is being followed by a mysterious woman. Who is she and what does she want? Maggie Gibbs collapses seriously ill in the frontline hospitals and is brought back to England close to death. Can she be saved and what does the future hold for her and her broken heart? Marion Jackson’s father is on the run from the Police already wanted for murder. She fears he will return to threaten his family once more. And Beth Burrows is pregnant with her second child, worried and anxious for her husband Jack, who has been many months at sea. As Christmas 1917 approaches what will the future hold for Harpers, its girls and their men at War? A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. Have you tried Rosie Clarke’s Mulberry Lane, Dressmakers Alley or Blackberry Farm series – you’ll just love them! Reader Reviews for Wartime Blues for the Harpers Girls 'Wonderful story. Brilliant read about Harper's Girls, the hardships of war and the happiness of the Harper's girls lives.Look forward to reading more.' - Reader Review 'I love the Harper Girls books by Rosie Clarke. Once I start reading one I can’t put them down, often reading until 1am' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Reader Review 'An enjoyable read. I have read all the novels in the Harpers series and this was one of the best. It is a fairly good insight into life for citizens during WW1. I enjoyed reading how the characters are faring during this time in history.'- Reader Review 'Another well written book in the Harpers Emporium series. You are guaranteed an enjoyable read from Rosie Clarke as always' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Reader Review 'The continuity of the story is amazing, you feel like your in the room with the characters I love the way every characters story line is interwoven and ties up nicely. So well written'- Reader Review 'Rosie Clarke has a way of drawing you in & it feels like you are with the girls at Harper's Store' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - *Reader Review 'I truly loved this series and wish there was still another book or two to go. I will really miss these characters and feel there are further stories to be told. Some stories brought tears to my eyes and others made me laugh. I heartily recommend this series' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Reader Review

Book Love and Marriage at Harpers

Download or read book Love and Marriage at Harpers written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next exciting instalment from the bestselling author of The Shop Girls of Harpers and The Mulberry Lane Series. Oxford St, London, 1913 The shop girls of Harpers Emporium on Oxford Street are happy in their work and their lives are moving on at quite a pace. United by the suffragette cause and now living under one roof, some will find love and marriage whilst others experience heartache and tears. Harpers is the bond that holds them together, bringing strength through hardship and pain and friendship and love. A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. What readers are saying about Love and Marriage at Harpers: 'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale 'It was so nice to catch up with the Harpers girls. I love that not only can I get lost in their daily lives, loves and losses but the fact I learn a little history along the way. I can't wait for the next one' - Reader Review 'A thoroughly enjoyable read.' * - Reader Review* 'Another cracking read from Rosie Clarke... I heartily recommend that you read her books.' -* Reader Review* 'I love Rosie Clarke's books and this, the second in the Harpers Girls series did not disappoint.' - Reader Review 'I didn't want the book to end.' - Reader Review 'I can't wait to read the next book in the series.' -* Reader Review* 'A delightful addictive read.' -* Reader Review* 'Best book I have read in a while' - Reader Review 'Love and Marriage at Harpers is a charming historical novel' -* Reader Review* 'A wonderfully written tale of friendship, romance and the ties that bind' - Reader Review 'I felt as though I had been reunited with old friends' - *Reader Review *

Book Heartbreak at Harpers

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rosie Clarke
  • Publisher : Boldwood Books Ltd
  • Release : 2024-07-02
  • ISBN : 1785131214
  • Pages : 323 pages

Download or read book Heartbreak at Harpers written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-07-02 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Immerse yourself in the brand NEW book from bestselling author Rosie Clarke in her enchanting Harpers Emporium series It's the roaring 20s - a time of prosperity, optimism, and change... Oxford Street, London 1926 Kitty Wilson, who, after losing her father, rejects the unsuitable suitor her mother has chosen. Abandoned by her mother, Kitty faces the challenges of navigating life alone. Amidst the turmoil, Kitty finds solace and support from friends, securing a promotion at Harpers Emporium. However, tragedy looms, threatening to shatter her newfound stability. Sally and Ben Harper face their own challenges. A decision by Ben regarding the restaurant, made without consulting his partner Jack Burrows, jeopardizes not only their friendship but also the stability of Harpers itself. Meanwhile Beth Burrows becomes embroiled in some dangerous gangland dealings, raising fears for her family's safety. Can an unknown guardian angel emerge to shield them from harm? Yet, even in the darkest times, the bonds of friendship prove to be a beacon of hope. Discover a tale of resilience, friendship, and unexpected alliances against the backdrop of a transformative era. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. If you love this, try Rosie's other series - Blackberry Farm, The Trenwith Series, Dressmakers Alley and Mulberry Lane Praise for The Harpers' Series 'Another great Read by Rosie Clarke. Looking forward to your next book which will hopefully follow Kitty future.' - Reader Review 'As always there are lots of laughs and lots of tears in the Harpers books, I love them all, such a lovely story thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you Rosie for yet another lovely book' - Reader Review 'Having enjoyed Rosie Clark's previous 7 books in the Harper series, number 8 did not disappoint. Thoroughly enjoyed it, and look forward to read the next in the series!' - Reader Review 'Great catch up with everyone at Harpers, some strange encounters and some dark possibilities. Love the newer characters and their lives connected to Harpers. Brilliant writing and great stories' - Reader Review 'An absolutely wonderful book series. I love all the characters and all they get up to. Hopefully there will be more in this series. After all they have another war to get through. I highly recommend Rosie and all her books.' - Reader Review ' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale 'Love it. Read the whole series. Love them. I just love Rosie Clarke. Now got to find something else. I just find her reading so easy.' - Reader Review 'Good read. Very good storyline Harper's Girls can begin to get on with there lives now the war has ended. Would recommend to read.' -- Reader Review 'A lovely read. English saga writing at its best: wonderful characters, emotional, warm, lovely, highly recommend' - Reader Review 'Heart Warming, Compelling and Authentic, that features strong friendships, trials and tribulations of each woman, strong, relatable female characters, and a wonderfully enchanting location '-- Reader Review

Book Shop Girls of Harpers Books 1 3

Download or read book Shop Girls of Harpers Books 1 3 written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-12-01 with total page 1139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the 'Welcome to Harpers Emporium' series from bestselling author Rose Clarke 'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable.' Kitty Neale This boxset contains the first 3 books in the heartwarming Welcome to Harpers Emporium series. The Shop Girls of Harpers Love and Marriage at Harpers Rainy Days for the Harpers Girls The Shop Girls at Harpers London 1911: When Sally, Beth, Margaret and Rachel meet at a job interview for the wonderful new store in Oxford Street, they have no idea they will become lifelong friends. When all four girls are lucky enough to be selected as sales staff their exciting new adventure begins. Join them as they overcome heartbreak and grief, find love and happiness and remain united in their friendship, whatever life throws at them. Love and Marriage at Harpers The shop girls of Harpers Emporium on Oxford Street are happy in their work and their lives are moving on at quite a pace. United by the suffragette cause and now living under one roof, some will find love and marriage whilst others experience heartache and tears. Harpers is the bond that holds them together, bringing strength through hardship and pain and friendship and love. Rainy Days for the Harpers Girls It is two years since Harpers Emporium opened its doors and life is good. Harpers welcomes some new faces and they all become part of the daily life at the busy store. However, whilst the sun is shining on the streets of London, dark clouds gather over Europe as war looms threatening rainy days for the girls...

Book Welcome to Harpers Emporium 4 6

Download or read book Welcome to Harpers Emporium 4 6 written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-12-11 with total page 1123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover Harpers Emporium, the grippig wartime saga series from bestseller Rosie Clarke 'I love the Harper Girls books by Rosie Clarke. Once I start reading one I can’t put them down, often reading until 1am' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review This boxset contains books 4-6 in the Harpers Emporium series 4 - Harpers Heroes 5 - Wartime Blues for the Harpers Girls 6 - Victory Bells for the Harpers Girls Harpers Heroes Oxford Street, London 1915 Sally Harper quietly battles to keep Harpers afloat in the difficult days of the war. Beth Burrow is fighting concern for her husband Jack, now at sea with the Merchant Navy, and the fear she may never see him again. Driven to exhaustion, Maggie Gibbs, is now working as a nursing assistant on the battlefields in France. Can the Harpers Girls and their loved ones survive the perils of war and find a path to future happiness? Wartime Blues for the Harpers Girls 1917 As the Americans enter the War, there is renewed energy in the war effort. With husbands and sons fighting for freedom, the women of Harpers are left to tackle the day-to-day affairs at home and work. Sally, Maggie and Beth must stay afloat amid the turmoil. As Christmas approaches what will the future hold for Harpers, its girls and their men at War? Victory Bells for the Harpers Girls Sally Harper is busy juggling running London’s Oxford Street Store Harpers and looking after her beautiful new-born daughter. Young Becky Stockbridge finds herself in a difficult situation which could bring shame to her and her family. Marion Jackson is blessed with a son as she eagerly awaits the return of her husband Reggie. But all is not right when Reggie returns. As the war clouds retreat and the victory bells ring, tears and joy mingle with those of sadness as the world counts the true toll of war and celebrates peace.

Book Rainy Days For The Harpers Girls

Download or read book Rainy Days For The Harpers Girls written by Rosie Clarke and published by . This book was released on 2022-04-18 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of The Harpers Emporium and The Mulberry Lane Series. 1914 Oxford Street, London - There are hard times ahead for the Harpers Girls... It is two years since Harpers Emporium opened its doors and life is good for Sally and Ben Harper as they look forward to the arrival of their first child. Beth Burrows is settling into married life with Jack and is gradually recovering from her miscarriage and Aunt's tragic death. Harpers welcomes some new faces and they all become part of the daily life at the busy store. However, whilst the sun is shining on the streets of London, dark clouds gather over Europe as war looms threatening rainy days for the girls... A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. What readers are saying about Rainy Days For The Harpers Girls: 'Oh how FANTASTIC to be back with the Harper girls' 'As with the rest of the Harper's series this was a great read' 'Absolutely loved Rainy days for the Harper's girls. It ended before I was ready for it to' 'The writing is outstanding' 'I've enjoyed all the Harper Girls books. Another one you can't put down'

Book Stormy Days On Mulberry Lane

Download or read book Stormy Days On Mulberry Lane written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A problem shared, is always a problem halved on Mulberry Lane... LONDON 1950 Peggy Ronoscki is happily settling back into life running her guesthouse on Mulberry Lane, surrounded by close friends and family. Life just seems too good...but then disaster strikes. Pip, her beloved son is left in a coma following a devastating car crash and a young girl collapses in the market leaving Peggy no option but to nurse her back to health. As things begin to go awry, Peggy worries she has brought trouble to her own doorstep? Can her life ever return to normal? Or has Peggy’s good nature led her astray? Praise for the Mulberry Lane series: 'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Bookish Jottings. 'Full of drama, romance and secrets ... A perfect example of its genre' That Thing She Reads. 'This is wonderful historical fiction that is so character-driven you'll wish these women lived on your street' 'Absolutely loved this latest instalment and revisiting the ladies of the Lane. Another great story of love and heartache'

Book Verity

    Book Details:
  • Author : Colleen Hoover
  • Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
  • Release : 2021-10-05
  • ISBN : 153872474X
  • Pages : 295 pages

Download or read book Verity written by Colleen Hoover and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whose truth is the lie? Stay up all night reading the sensational psychological thriller that has readers obsessed, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Too Late and It Ends With Us. #1 New York Times Bestseller · USA Today Bestseller · Globe and Mail Bestseller · Publishers Weekly Bestseller Lowen Ashleigh is a struggling writer on the brink of financial ruin when she accepts the job offer of a lifetime. Jeremy Crawford, husband of bestselling author Verity Crawford, has hired Lowen to complete the remaining books in a successful series his injured wife is unable to finish. Lowen arrives at the Crawford home, ready to sort through years of Verity’s notes and outlines, hoping to find enough material to get her started. What Lowen doesn’t expect to uncover in the chaotic office is an unfinished autobiography Verity never intended for anyone to read. Page after page of bone-chilling admissions, including Verity's recollection of the night her family was forever altered. Lowen decides to keep the manuscript hidden from Jeremy, knowing its contents could devastate the already grieving father. But as Lowen’s feelings for Jeremy begin to intensify, she recognizes all the ways she could benefit if he were to read his wife’s words. After all, no matter how devoted Jeremy is to his injured wife, a truth this horrifying would make it impossible for him to continue loving her.

Book Rose s Fight

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rosie Clarke
  • Publisher : Boldwood Books Ltd
  • Release : 2024-09-07
  • ISBN : 1835181929
  • Pages : 276 pages

Download or read book Rose s Fight written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-09-07 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The final breathtaking part on The Trenwith Trilogy from Rosie Clarke The war has changed everything, but has it changed society enough? London, 1917. Rose Barlow has loved and lost. She has done her fair share during the war and seen her dreams shattered. As the British class system crumbles Rose is determined not to return to service at Trenwith Estate instead, she’s keen to pursue new opportunities and her own happiness now the war is over. Luke Trenwith survived the war and has returned home as the next Trenwith Baronet. But the life he once accepted as his fate feels cold and empty. He is left wanting more. But has the world changed enough to allow him to live his dream? The war changed their world, but do Rose and Luke have the courage to carve out a new future that could shock society? If you love this, have you tried Rosie Clarke's Mulberry Lane, Blackberry Farm, Dressmakers Alley and Harper's series? Previously Published as Forbidden Love by Linda Sole Praise for The Trenwith Series: 'Rosie Clarke has written another quality historical fiction novel, she is an author whose books I will always want to read' - Beyond The Books 'Rosie Clark is such a brilliant writer. It takes no time at all to imagine the characters and surroundings and be totally immersed. If only there were 2 of you and you could write twice as many' - Reader Review 'Superb histoircal fiction - I am a huge fan of Rosie Clarke and her work. I can honestly say that there is not one single book of hers that I haven't enjoyed' - Ginger Book Geek 'Lovely book to read, I didn’t want to put it down.' - Reader Review 'Brilliant book, absolutely compelling. Love Rosie Clarke's books and this is no exception. Beautifully written and difficult to put down' - Reader Review 'Count on Rosie Clarke to take you away from all the craziness in the world right now and give you a lovely story with a happy ending. I wish the next book in this trilogy was ready to be released!' - Reader Review

Book Dark Secrets on Dressmakers  Alley

Download or read book Dark Secrets on Dressmakers Alley written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-10-29 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preorder the next explosive instalment in the Dressmakers' Alley series from bestseller Rosie Clarke Welcome back to Dressmakers' Alley, where danger lurks on every corner... London’s East End 1924 The girls of Dressmakers' Alley are happy in their new jobs. Business is thriving and yet a new shadow looms. Women are being attacked and robbed whilst several businesses have been burgled. Are these two circumstances linked or is this just a coincidence? As the attacks escalate, and the police seem unmoved to intervene, the men of Dressmakers' Alley decide to take the law into their own hands and patrol the streets to keep them and their women safe. But when the man suspected of the attacks is found brutally murdered the eyes of suspicion fall on the group and Sam Collins is charged with murder. He seemingly has a motive, no alibi and is the owner of the murder weapon. The Police are convinced they have their man but fiancé Winnie is determined to prove him innocent. When the mystery comes to a head, a dark and surprising secret is revealed. The selfless action of a father prevents a miscarriage of justice - but at what cost? If you are still missing Mulberry Lane? Read Dressmakers' Alley and you won’t be far away... Praise for Rosie Clarke: 'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable.' - Kitty Neale 'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' - Bookish Jottings 'Rosie Clarke books first class author love every one of her books' - Reader Review 'Murder, fraud, sculdugery in the work place, and romance. Who could ask for more' - Reader Review 'Great characters and it was a page turner, I will recommend this book to others' - Reader Review 'Full of drama, romance and secrets ... A perfect example of its genre' - That Thing She Reads 'This is wonderful historical fiction that is so character-driven you'll wish these women lived on your street' - Reader Review \Another great story of love and heartache' - Reader Review

Book A Family at War

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rosie Clarke
  • Publisher : Boldwood Books Ltd
  • Release : 2024-12-09
  • ISBN : 1835181422
  • Pages : 311 pages

Download or read book A Family at War written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-12-09 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All NEW to eBook - the start of 'The Family Feud' series from bestselling author Rosie ClarkeCan they survive the war and all that it brings? 1940, Stretton Village, Cambridgeshire The start of the war and the tragic loss of their beloved father marks the end of an era for the Searles family as their children embark on their adult lives Eldest sister Frances is about to marry her childhood sweetheart. But with Marcus Danby now a fighter pilot, his fate hanging in the balance. Will he return from war for their happy ever after? Meanwhile youngest daughter Emily is swept off her feet by a dashing young officer, but does she really know him? Brother Daniel has joined up, but not before falling in love with a local kitchen girl Alice. Against the backdrop of war is there hope of a future for them? And then there are those siblings left behind. Clay and Henry working the land in trying times, and Connor too young to serve, but suddenly abandoned by the family he counted on. With only a gold-digging mother-in-law to advise them, these siblings are all in danger of making rash decisions that don't bode well for their futures... Previously published as The Lie by Linda Sole

Book These Precious Days

Download or read book These Precious Days written by Ann Patchett and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-11-23 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beloved New York Times bestselling author reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. "The elegance of Patchett’s prose is seductive and inviting: with Patchett as a guide, readers will really get to grips with the power of struggles, failures, and triumphs alike." —Publisher's Weekly “Any story that starts will also end.” As a writer, Ann Patchett knows what the outcome of her fiction will be. Life, however, often takes turns we do not see coming. Patchett ponders this truth in these wise essays that afford a fresh and intimate look into her mind and heart. At the center of These Precious Days is the title essay, a surprising and moving meditation on an unexpected friendship that explores “what it means to be seen, to find someone with whom you can be your best and most complete self.” When Patchett chose an early galley of actor and producer Tom Hanks’ short story collection to read one night before bed, she had no idea that this single choice would be life changing. It would introduce her to a remarkable woman—Tom’s brilliant assistant Sooki—with whom she would form a profound bond that held monumental consequences for them both. A literary alchemist, Patchett plumbs the depths of her experiences to create gold: engaging and moving pieces that are both self-portrait and landscape, each vibrant with emotion and rich in insight. Turning her writer’s eye on her own experiences, she transforms the private into the universal, providing us all a way to look at our own worlds anew, and reminds how fleeting and enigmatic life can be. From the enchantments of Kate DiCamillo’s children’s books (author of The Beatryce Prophecy) to youthful memories of Paris; the cherished life gifts given by her three fathers to the unexpected influence of Charles Schultz’s Snoopy; the expansive vision of Eudora Welty to the importance of knitting, Patchett connects life and art as she illuminates what matters most. Infused with the author’s grace, wit, and warmth, the pieces in These Precious Days resonate deep in the soul, leaving an indelible mark—and demonstrate why Ann Patchett is one of the most celebrated writers of our time.

Book Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm

Download or read book Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-09-29 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the men fight and the war rages, there are some new arrivals on the farm... Cambridgeshire – 1942 As a new year begins and the war continues, young Artie Talbot feels trapped. In his heart he longs to fight, like his two brothers, for his king and country but is duty tied to Blackberry Farm. As feelings grow between Artie and Jeanie Salmons, Artie wonders if marriage will help him to finally accept his lot and settle down. Meanwhile, his brother John Talbot must come to terms with the tragic loss of a lost love. Can he overcome his trauma and begin to build a new life for himself and his new born son? Frances Grant, a new mysterious land girl arrives hoping to escape a violent past. Surely the countryside will offer her the safety and anonymity she craves. But someone is vengeful and eager to settle an old score... As a terrible shock rocks the family, will love and duty be enough to get the family through the dark days ahead? Praise for Rosie Clarke: 'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable.' Kitty Neale 'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Bookish Jottings 'A thoroughly enjoyable read.'- Reader Review 'Another cracking read from Rosie Clarke... I heartily recommend that you read her books.' - Reader Review 'I love Rosie Clarke's books and this did not disappoint.' - Reader Review 'I didn't want the book to end.' - Reader Review 'I can't wait to read the next book in the series.' - Reader Review 'A delightful addictive read.' ** - Reader Review** 'Best book I have read in a while' - Reader Review 'A wonderfully written tale of friendship, romance and the ties that bind' - Reader Review 'I felt as though I had been reunited with old friends' - Reader Review

Book Dangerous Times on Dressmakers  Alley

Download or read book Dangerous Times on Dressmakers Alley written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-04-05 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Dressmakers' Alley, a twisted place filled with dark and deadly secrets London’s East End 1923 In the heart of Dressmakers' Alley Madame Pauline’s sweatshop is rumoured to be a particularly unpleasant place to work. Filled with seamstresses paid a pittance who turn a blind eye to what darker activities are hidden behind locked doors. Young Winnie Brown is keen to prove her value to the Women Movements and secures a job as a seamstress to investigate the whispers of some unsavoury goings on. Her concerns are soon justified when she discovers that there are terrible things afoot, as she hears a desperate cry for help. Meanwhile, happily married, Lady Diane Cooper is the darling of London’s high-society. Beautiful and talented, she seemingly has it all. But the strict constraints society assigns her leaves her frustrated, she craves more freedom. With the help of her devoted dresser Susie can she realise her dream? What is the connection between Lady Diane's world and the poor exploited young women of Dressmakers' Alley? Can the two worlds come together for the good of all? Missing Mulberry Lane? Read Dressmakers' Ally and you won’t be far away...

Book A Sister s Destiny

    Book Details:
  • Author : Rosie Clarke
  • Publisher : Boldwood Books Ltd
  • Release : 2023-06-29
  • ISBN : 1801621772
  • Pages : 314 pages

Download or read book A Sister s Destiny written by Rosie Clarke and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-06-29 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young woman’s journey is beset with trials and tribulations, but will it end in happiness? As war looms in Europe, 18-year-old Jane Shaw, runs her family’s household as an unpaid servant on a meagre budget. When her beloved younger brother dies in suspicious circumstances, Jane as his carer, is forced to take a position in service looking after Ned, a troubled young boy. Here she meets Ned’s Uncle, dashing David Heron, and they form an immediate attachment which will impact Jane’s whole life. Finding themselves orphaned, Jane and her sister Melia are left at the mercy of their domineering Aunt Alice. Struggling to cope with Aunt Alice's exacting wishes Jane decides to strike out on her own and do her bit for King and Country in the Nursing Corp. Here, despite the terrible conditions she finds her one true vocation and one true love. But Jane’s destiny has many more cruel twists and turns to come. Will she ever find her peace and get her happy-ever-after? And where does her destiny lie and with whom? A new saga set during World War One from the well-loved, bestselling Rosie Clarke