British Sagas

Ruby Lennox begins narrating her life at the moment of conception, and from there takes us on a whirlwind tour of the 20th century as seen through the eyes of an English girl determined to learn about her family and its secrets.

Life has dealt him an unfair hand, leaving him with few options. Will a chance encounter with a caring American colonial family provide a poor English boy with a stable home, or will the boy be lost in events that are spiraling out of control? Peter Smith, a boy of humble beginnings, is a testament to the human spirit. Despite his impoverished upbringing, abduction, and mistreatment, he refuses to be defined by his circumstances. Born into poverty and hopelessness on the streets of Portsmouth, England, Peter is forced into a life of crime just to survive. His resilience is tested when he is...

World War II Begins... It's September of nineteen-thirty-nine, and King George of England has just announced to his people that he has declared war on Germany due to their invasion of the Allied country of Poland. This ghastly news immediately falls on the ears of Simon Bentley while he sits enjoying himself at his younger brother George's wedding. Being a Squadron Leader in the Royal Air Force, he knows he must act immediately, so without any hesitation, Simon flees the church basement reception and heads straight for his air base. It is time for all the years of his pilot training to be ...

IT ALL BEGAN IN THE YEAR 1912... Over seventy years ago, a five-year-old girl named Mary Bentley was mistakenly left behind on the docks of an English harbor whilst her family set sail to America for a better life... After being missing for over fourteen years, Mary, now a nineteen-year-old woman, was quite miraculously found by her mum in a small, local library in Lansbury, England... PRESENT DAY Many years later, at the age of seventy-five, it is time to embrace the highly emotional story of the woman she ultimately became. At the same time, she revisits her life's journey and also shares...

A.D. 1172. Henry II’s three eldest sons conspire against him and align themselves with his greatest enemy, King Louis of France, but it’s Eleanor of Aquitaine’s involvement in the plot to overthrow her husband that proves to be the harshest betrayal. As a royal family collapses and a...

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Devil in the White City and Dead Wake delivers a fresh and compelling portrait of Winston Churchill and London during the Blitz NAMED ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2020 BY The Washington Post HuffPost The Seattle Times Lit...

“A TOUR DE FORCE . . . London tracks the history of the English capital from the days of the Celts until the present time. . . . Breathtaking.”—The Orlando Sentinel A master of epic historical fiction, Edward Rutherford gives us a sweeping novel of London, a glorious pageant spanning two...

Call to Courage Book One in A Nurse’s Heart: The Evelyn Harrington Saga By Eleanor Ashcroft London, 1939. War is on the horizon, and the city braces itself for the unimaginable. When spirited country nurse Evelyn Harrington steps off the bus at St. Mary’s Hospital, she finds herself plunged into the chaos of a city under siege. Amidst the echo of air raid sirens and the growing tide of wounded soldiers, Evelyn must summon strength she never knew she possessed. With dwindling supplies, bomb-damaged wards, and lives hanging in the balance, she learns quickly that compassion is its own ...

Elizabeth and Nathaniel Bonner have settled into their life together at the edge of the New York wilderness in the winter of 1794. Soon word reaches them that Nathaniel's father has been arrested by crown officials in British Canada. Nathaniel sets out, determined to see his father freed...

Caught between duty and her passion for learning, she must navigate the treacherous waters of Regency society in search of a husband. Will she choose the brilliant scientist who challenges her intellect, or recognize that she has always loved the boy next door? Miss Olivia Deverell has reached the age of marriageability and her younger sisters are eager for her to find a husband. But Olivia is not your typical debutante. Bored with traditional pastimes she is far more interested in academic pursuits than the marriage market. Oblivious to the affections of her close friend, the Earl of ...

Indomitable and bold in an era of royalty and rogues, Skye O'Malley is a woman who embraces her unbridled sensuality as valiantly as she fights for her children, her lovers, her empire. A woman of justice and honor, she will match wits with and challenge the most dangerous and powerful woman of her time: Queen Elizabeth I.

"Katie Erich’s riveting and emotionally rich realization of Dean’s strange and vivid world makes this an entrancing listen from start to finish; we hope to hear much more from author and narrator alike." - The Seattle Times "Katie Erich narrates Devon with the voice of a true storyteller...

I’ve lost it. :( The only thing in the world I wasn’t supposed to lose. My engagement ring. It’s been in Magnus’s family for three generations. And now the very same day his parents are coming, I’ve lost it. The very same day! Do not hyperventilate, Poppy. Stay positive :) !! Poppy...

A Victorian Saga of Love, Betrayal and Friendship "Broken Heart" is the third book in the Stalford Sisters Series. Lady Emily has decided to end her tumultuous relationship with William for good. His affairs and unpredictable behaviour have become unbearable. However, with Luke's return to Donbar Castle, Lady Emily is terrified that her secret will be revealed. If it comes to light, she risks losing everything she holds dear. With the arrival of the charming Mr Kelly at Donbar, Lady Emily wonders if he might be the one to save her from all the heartache she has endured.

Take a trip back in time to experience the 'BRITISH MUSIC INVASION' of the 1960s! In the bustling streets of Lansbury, England, a musical revolution is about to take place. Nineteen-year-old Johnny Bentley, a poet with a heart full of melodies, dreams of assembling the ultimate blues-rock band. With his childhood friend Mabel King, whose voice echoes with the soulful legacy of her Granny Gertie, and his cousin Olivia Rilley, whose violin wails like a fiddle possessed, Johnny sees the ingredients for greatness. United under the banner of 'THE BENT KINGS', this blues-rock band embarks on a ...

Readers have said, "A really good story with twists and turns. Captures the period very well." 5 StarsA Victorian Saga of Love,Betrayl and Friendship. The Secret is the second book in The Stalford Sisters series. The events in Canada still haunt Lady Emily. She fears for her life as the man responsible for her pain, Mr James, remains at large. However, Lady Emily's life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits her aunt's castle on the Scottish coast. Despite the heartache she has endured, she is determined to start over in Scotland. There, she meets Mr William Mackenzie, a charming and ...

A Victorian-era vampire romance that will sweep you off your feet. Book One - Rescued London 1860 Miss Amelia Darlington was once happy, but that was a long time ago. After her father, Lord Darlington, leaves her destitute, Amelia is forced to fend for herself and seek employment as a servant. After being rescued from the lecherous hands of her new employer, Amelia is surprised to find that her savior, Lord Blackwell, wishes her to re-enter society and find a husband of her own. He has nothing but kind consideration for her, but Amelia cannot accept his kindness without wondering what he ...

A Victorian Saga of Love, Betrayal and Friendship. A Marriage of Convenience is the first book in the Stalford Sisters Series.Lady Elizabeth and Lady Emily Stalford embark on a journey to Canada, as Lady Elizabeth is set to marry Mr John Royce James, a man renowned for his wealth and captivating charm. However, when they arrive in Canada they soon discover that Mr James is not the gentleman he appears to be; his true nature is revealed to be cruel and violent. In a moment of desperation, Lady Emily manages to escape with the help of Luke Dobbs. Their perilous journey back to England is ...

Oxford, 1900. When her parents die in a tragic accident, Heppie Wildman, homeless and penniless, must find her way alone in the world. A post as governess at Ingelton Hall offers the chance to rebuild her life, and she quickly forms a bond with her eight-year-old charge and a close friendship with the local parson, Meritt Nightingale. Heppie is irresistibly drawn to the handsome and elusive Thomas Egdon, the son of her employer. But life at Ingleton Hall is not as idyllic as it first seems. Who is the mysterious woman who appeared in her bedroom in the middle of the night? What is Thomas ...

Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire, 1944. The pit village stirs with the dawn – a tapestry of terraced houses, each brick etched with stories of grit and endurance. The war may scar the landscape, but it can’t extinguish the spirit of this working-class community, forged in coal and camaraderie. On Deightonby Street three friends in their thirties navigate the highs and lows of life: love, conflicts, neighbours, children, and the formidable Doris Price. Behind every net curtain lies a secret – and a whole lot of drama. Will happily married Lucy Hobson give in to her mutual, passionate ...