Audiobook
Coperta “The Clockmaker’s Wife”

The Clockmaker’s Wife

Durata: 11h 33m

The world is at war. And time is running out…The world is at war. And time is running out…London, 1940. Britain is gripped by the terror of the Blitz, forcing Nell Spelman to flee the capital with her young daughter – leaving behind her husband, Arthur, the clockmaker who keeps Big Ben chiming. When Arthur disappears, Nell is desperate to find him. But her search will lead her into far darker places than she ever imagined… New York, Present Day. When Ellie discovers a beautiful watch that had once belonged to a grandmother she never knew, she becomes determined to find out what happened to her. But as she pieces together the fragments of her grandmother’s life, she begins to wonder if the past is better left forgotten… A powerful and unforgettable tale of fierce love, impossible choices and a moment that changes the world forever, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy and Suzanne Kelman. Readers love Daisy Wood:'A ticking time-bomb of intrigue, wrapped around stark but rich descriptions of the Blitz. An unforgettable wartime debut.' Mandy Robotham, internationally bestselling author of The Berlin Girl‘I couldn’t put it down. My favourite kind of historical fiction.’ Reviewer‘Wonderful.’ Reviewer‘Brilliantly captures the essence of 1940s England. Highly recommended!’ ReviewerSet between WWII and today, and America and England, I totally loved this outstandingly amazing book. Five stars!’ Reviewer‘Daisy Wood skillfully navigates between two timelines, and her descriptions of the war are really masterful.’ Reviewer‘The perfect blend of historical fiction and espionage.’ Reviewer‘Beautifully written… I highly recommend this treasure!’ Reviewer'A ticking time-bomb of intrigue, wrapped around stark but rich descriptions of the Blitz. An unforgettable wartime debut.' Mandy Robotham, internationally bestselling author of The Berlin Girl‘I couldn’t put it down. My favourite kind of historical fiction.’ Reviewer‘Wonderful.’ Reviewer‘Brilliantly captures the essence of 1940s England. Highly recommended!’ ReviewerSet between WWII and today, and America and England, I totally loved this outstandingly amazing book. Five stars!’ Reviewer‘Daisy Wood skillfully navigates between two timelines, and her descriptions of the war are really masterful.’ Reviewer‘The perfect blend of historical fiction and espionage.’ Reviewer‘Beautifully written… I highly recommend this treasure!’ ReviewerA new and absolutely gripping debut WW2 historical fiction novel for 2021Daisy Wood worked in publishing for some years before leaving to concentrate on her own writing. She has had several children’s books published, both historical and contemporary, and is happiest rooting about in the London Library on the pretext of research. She lives in south London and when not locked away in her study can be seen in various city parks, running after a rescue Pointer with a Basset Hound in tow.A new and absolutely gripping debut WW2 historical fiction novel for 2021• An absolutely gripping WWII historical time-slip novel, with one timeline set against the backdrop of a London caught in the midst of the Blitz and the other a contemporary New York-set story that unravels the mystery of the past.• Author seamlessly weaves fact with fiction to create a stunning portrayal of mid-Blitz Britain and the lengths Londoners had to go to to protect their loved ones.• Publishing to coincide with the reopening of Big Ben, the world renowned monument is a central figure within the novel.• Has huge international appeal, with British and American settings and characters and the huge appetite for untold stories of war.Competition: Cilka’s Journey;Tattooist;librarian;of;Auschwitz;Skylark’s Secret;Last Correspondent;Light Behind the Window;Seven Sisters;Beekeeper’s Promise;Rabbit Girls. by;Heather Morris;Pam Jenoff;Kate;Quinn;Furnivall;Anna Ellory;Soraya M. Lane;Glynis Peters;Sante Montefiore;Fiona Valpy;Lucinda Riley;Rachel Hore
Pubblicato da: HarperCollins Publishers

Come funziona?

1

Crea un account.

Crea il tuo account gratuito qui.

2

Scarica l'app Voxa

Disponibile per Android e iPhone su Google Play o su App Store.

3

Prova gratuita per undefined giorni

Hai accesso illimitato a tutti i titoli e all'intera esperienza Voxa.

4

Ascolta offline

Scarica i tuoi audiolibri preferiti e goditeli anche senza connessione a Internet.