The English Wife. Adrienne Chinn

Two women, a world apart. A secret waiting to be discovered…‘An emotive and engaging read’ Rosanna Ley‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away’ Jenny Ashcroft‘Evocative, sensual and authentic’ Jane JohnsonVE Day 1945As victory bells ring out across the country, war bride Ellie Burgess’ happiness is overshadowed by grief. Her charismatic Canadian husband Thomas is still missing in action. Until a letter arrives explaining Thomas is back home in Newfoundland recovering from his injuries.Travelling to a distant country to live with a man she barely knows is the bravest thing Ellie has ever had to do. But nothing can prepare her for the harsh realities of her new home… September 11th 2001Sophie Parry is on a plane to New York on the most tragic day in the city’s history. While the world watches the news in horror, Sophie’s flight is rerouted to a tiny town in Newfoundland and she is forced to seek refuge with her estranged aunt Ellie. Determined to discover what it was that forced her family apart all those years ago, newfound secrets may change her life forever… This is a timeless story of love, sacrifice and resilience perfect for fans of Lorna Cook and Gill Paul.