Don’t miss the gripping new historical novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Secret of the Chateau and The Forgotten Secret. Don’t miss the gripping new historical novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Secret of the Chateau and The Forgotten Secret. A country rebellingIt’s 1916 and, as war rages in Europe, Gráinne leaves her job in a department store to join Countess Markiewicz’s revolutionary efforts. It is a decision which will change her life forever. A rebellion is brewing, and as Dublin’s streets become a battleground, Gráinne soon discovers the personal cost of fighting for what you believe in… A forgotten sacrificeDecades on, student Nicky is recovering from a break-up when a research project leads her to her great-grandmother’s experiences in revolutionary Ireland. When Nicky finds a long-forgotten handkerchief amongst her great-grandmother’s things, it leads to the revelation of a heartbreaking story of tragedy and courage, and those who sacrificed everything for their country. Inspired by a heartbreaking true story, this emotional historical novel will sweep you away to the Emerald Isle. Perfect for fans of Jean Grainger, Sandy Taylor and Fiona Valpy. Readers LOVE The Girl with the Emerald Flag! ‘I LOVED this book!… I was totally engrossed… I'd highly recommend it!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute page turner, it had me gripped and in its spell… From the first page I was absolutely hooked on this book.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brilliant book.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An inspiring coming-of-age story, combined with a fascinating Irish history lesson… Five stars from me.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Outstanding… I loved this from start to finish.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Riveting… I loved it.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautifully written… A fabulous read with a teary ending.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a great novel!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absolutely gripping Irish historical novel for 2022 Kathleen McGurl lives in Bournemouth with her husband. She has two sons who have both now left home. She always wanted to write, and for many years was waiting until she had the time. Eventually she came to the bitter realisation that no one would pay her for a year off work to write a book, so she sat down and started to write one anyway. Since then she has published several novels with HQ and self-published another. She has also sold dozens of short stories to women's magazines, and written three How To books for writers. After a long career in the IT industry she became a full-time writer in 2019. When she's not writing, she's often out running, slowly. An absolutely gripping Irish historical novel for 2022 • From the bestselling author of The Girl from Bletchley Park and The Forgotten Secret comes a story of rebellion, love and the importance of fighting for what is right• Set between the Easter Rising of 1916 and 1988, and based on the true story of Grace Gifford, who married her sweetheart Joseph Plunkett just hours before he was executed for his part in the uprising Competition: The Beekeeper’s Promise;The Forgotten Village;The Girl in the Picture;The Girl in the Letter;The Rose Code;The Secret Letter;The Forgotten Secret;The Secret;The Letter;Her Last Promise. by;Fiona Valpy;Lorna Cooke;Kerry Barrett;Emily Gunnis;Kathryn Hughes;Lucinda Riley;Kate Morton;Daniela Sacerdoti
Pubblicato da: HarperCollins Publishers