by Lesley Pearse (2006)
Somerset, 1836, and baby Hope is cast out from a world of privilege as living proof of her mother's adultery? Smuggled away from the Harveys and Briargate House to a nearby village, Hope grows up in the arms of the warm and loving Renton family, unaware of her true identity. But fate has harsh plans for Hope and a chain of events sees her forced to lead a vagabond's existence until she finds the courage to fight back and prove herself a fearless and able nurse, a vocation that takes her to the horrific battlefields of the Crimea. But the secrets of the past are not yet done with Hope Renton and she must return to England to face the legacy of her birth?
Clare Hibbert
Uncover the fascinating story of what happened in prehistoric Britain over 900,000 years ago, when the first humans arrived. Discover how people began to work metal, explore the mysteries of tombs and learn about everyday life in early Britain.
Kathryn Lynn Davis
A rare, exquisite novel of courage and passion, betrayal and love. Dashing English diplomat Charles Kittridge relished the abundant pleasures of the world...and in his far-flung wanderings, he left behind three remarkable daughters: Ailsa Rose, a beauty of the Scottish highlands, endowed with her father's lust for adventure. She betrays her heart to follow the one man who promises her the world. Li-an hates the devil-father who made her a blue-eyed outcast in her Chinese homeland. But withher brilliant, reckless lover, she almost forgets her shame...until he is wrenched from her arms. Genevra, the gentle English daughter, lives amidst the splendor and squalor of India. Though unexpected passion promises her a joyous love, she must fight to escape the terrors and scandals of the past. Each of them has grown to womanhood haunted by a legacy of betrayal, longing and dreams. Now their father has but one final desire...to bring together the daughters he has never known....
Pauline McLynn
In the heart of Soho lies an elegant townhouse that is home to a group of extraordinary people. Over the past century, the inhabitants of Broadwick Street have experienced life to the full - war and peace, austerity and wealth, love and death. From an outbreak of typhoid to a stolen painting, the interlinking stories that emerge will enchant and enthrall Pauline McLynn's many fans as she transports her readers to Soho past and present.
Jen Green
Using archaeological evidence and excellent artwork, this series explores Britain during the key people's reign in history. In all its aspects it helps readers to draw their own conclusions about civilization from the evidence available. It explores the basic facts about these fascinating periods through a series of direct questions such as 'What did people do in their spare time?' 'Did people have families like ours? or 'Who ruled the country?'