‘A beautiful, heartbreaking novel of war and loss and the resilience of the human spirit’ Rosemary, Netgalley Reader\nThe USA Today bestseller! 
Young nurse, Gemma, is struggling with the traumas she has witnessed through her job. Needing to escape from it all, Gemma agrees to help renovate a rundown farmhouse in Doullens, France, a town near the Somme. There, in a boarded-up cupboard, wrapped in old newspapers, is a tin that reveals the secret letters and heartache of Alice Le Breton, a young volunteer nurse who worked in a casualty clearing station near the front line.\nSet in the present day and during the horrifying years of the war, both women discover deep down the strength and courage to carry on in even the most difficult of times. Through Alice’s words and her unfailing love for her sweetheart at the front, Gemma learns to truly live again.\nThis epic historical novel will take your breath away.\nReaders are falling in love with The Poppy Field:\n‘Both heartbreaking and full of hope and happiness’ Pam, Goodreads\n‘Exceptional’ Cassie’s Books\n‘A beautifully written, highly enjoyable read’ Nicki’s Book Blog\n‘One to watch’ Good Housekeeping

Poppy Field

Literature & Fiction

Carr, Deborah

Genre Fiction

One More Chapter

The Bookseller’s Daughter (Mrs Boots)

Mrs Boots Of Pelham Street

A moving historical novel inspired by the German occupation of the Channel Islands during WW2. This is a story of courage, resilience and everyday acts of defiance from ordinary people forced to live in an extraordinary time. June 1940 While her little sister Rosie is sent to the UK to keep her safe from the invading German army, Estelle Le Maistre is left behind on Jersey to help her grandmother run the family farm. When the Germans occupy the island, everything changes and Estelle and the islanders must face the reality of life under Nazi rule. Interspersed with diary entries from Rosie back on the mainland, the novel is also inspired by real life stories from the author's own family who were both on the island during the occupation and in London during the Blitz and is a true testament to the courage and bravery of the islanders. Readers are loving An Island at War: 'A 'mesmerizing' story of a island captured by the Nazi's in World War II' Debbie 'I fell head over heels in love with this book...It brings to light strong female characters, who have bravery and courage to stand up for themselves and for what is right' Jenny 'I loved getting to know the characters and truly experiencing their rather unique predicament...a fascinating read to those who enjoy WWII fiction' Denise 'Absorbing and full of emotion, compassion and wisdom' Joan 'Very well written and a great curl up with a cuppa and get lost in the story kind of book' Gill 'Will pull at your heartstrings...beautifully written' Louise 'The story was much more meaningful knowing it was written by someone that was from the island...I enjoyed reading about the beautiful island and the community that stuck together to help each other' Shirley 'It ticked the boxes of love, family, strength, and character and I would recommend it for others looking for an engaging historical fiction read' Stacey 'An emotional story of how life changed for the residents of Jersey during the German occupation' Ethel

An Island at War

MRS BOOTS GOES TO WAR

Two women Two wars A secret that threatens to tear them apart 1916 At the onset of war, Nurse Pru le Cuirot left her home in Jersey to care for injured soldiers at Ashbury Manor, Dorset. She wanted to do her bit but she never expected to meet American pilot, Jack Garland, so unlike any man she has ever met. When Jack is sent on a dangerous mission and vanishes, Pru is forced to make an agonising decision... one that will haunt them both forever. 1940 Another lifetime, but another war and Pru's daughter Emma comes to Ashbury Manor. As Jersey falls to the Germans, Emma is fearful for her mother back home. And when she meets the mysterious beekeeper who lives in the grounds of the manor she finds herself caught up in a web of lies. As past and present collide, will the secrets of her mother's life finally be resolved? Readers LOVE The Beekeeper's War: 'It's almost impossible to convey how much I enjoyed this book...beautifully written' Bev 'I am writing this review in hopes that others will find the story as touching and wonderful as I did...I still can't stop thinking about everything that happened' Trudy 'Incredible. One of the best World War I novels I've read... a wonderful novel worth your time' Debbie 'I read this book in one day as I was enthralled with it...an endearing story of life back in the war years' Sue 'Realistic characters...the tears were streaming down my face by the end' Patricia 'A favorite author because her characters and settings seem very real and personal... She has the rare quality of giving a depth of details that makes her readers feel at home with the places and people' Jane W 'Great for a weekend read...Its appeal lies in the storytelling itself: the horrors of the war, dangerous circumstances and sacrifices, weak and strong people who either caved in and betrayed others or rose to all challenges feel authentic and real' Sally 'Gently paced with vivid characterisation and a balance of heartbreak and heartwarming' Jane

The Beekeeper’s War

'A rich and gripping war story that hooked me from the first page...I was effortlessly swept into the drama' USA Today bestseller Andie Newton Divided by war. Reunited by courage. Phoebe is a volunteer nurse at a Base Hospital in Étaples, France, treating men who've served on hte Western Front. Their courage and resilience inspires her, and though she's meant to keep her distance, Captain Archie Bailey soon captivates her heart. Her younger sister Celia is a nurse at a POW camp on the island of Jersey. These men fight for the forces that bombed her brother and parents, but long hours spent healing them shows her they aren't the monsters she expected. Despite the miles between them, both Celia and Phoebe come to see the commonality in their experiences - the sense of community and friendship, the unexpected moments of love and laughter, and a bond so strong that even war can't break it... Readers are loving The Poppy Sisters: 'What a first class read! Definitely recommend it' 'An excellent and emotional read' 'WWI and WWII are my favourite genres and I thoroughly enjoyed this read. I would highly recommend' 'A fantastic WW1 romance book' 'I truly loved it. I had been craving a historical fiction read and this book was just what I had been looking for' 'A treat to read...the three main women characters are inspiring and the hope of love never fades' 'With each book I read, I'm becoming more and more of a fan of Deborah Carr and her beautiful style of writing...I loved this story' 'Fascinating, heart-wrenching, beautiful and gripping'

The Poppy Sisters: Step into the past with this captivating historical novel, filled with heart-wrenching moments and unforgettable characters in 2025

NEIGHBOURS AT WAR

Neighbors at War

Young women today have infinitely more options than their mothers and grandmothers did decades ago. “Should I become a doctor, a writer, or a stay-at-home mom?” “Should I get married or live with my boyfriend?” “Do I want children?” Women in their twenties, thirties, and forties today are wrestling with life-altering decisions about work and family—and they need all the support they can get. But the very person whose support they crave most—their mother—often can’t get on board, and a rift is created between the two generations, even for women who have always had a strong relationship. A mother’s simple question, like “How can you trust a nanny to watch your children all day?” can bring her poised, accomplished CEO daughter to tears, or provoke a nasty response more suitable to a surly teenager than a leader of industry. Why can’t mothers and daughters today see eye to eye when it comes to important choices about love, work, children, money, and personal fulfillment? Why does a mother’s approval matter so much, even to the most confident and self-possessed daughter? And when daughters choose paths different from their mothers’, why is it so painful for the older generation? Making Up with Mom answers these important questions by focusing on three core issues: dating/marriage, career, and child rearing. Relying on interviews with nearly a hundred mothers and daughters, and offering helpful tips from more than two dozen therapists, Julie Halpert and Deborah Carr explore a wide range of communication issues and how to resolve them, so mothers and daughters everywhere can reclaim their loving relationships. This enlightening book is a must-read for all women today. 
Advance Praise for Making Up with Mom “A sympathetic, helpful, and accurate look at a topic that affects us all and grows more important every day.” —Kathleen Gerson, professor of sociology at New York University and author of Hard Choices: How Women Decide About Work, Career, and Motherhood “A well-written, thoughtful book that could help every mother and daughter connect—or reconnect—at a deeper, more fulfilling level.” —Alvin Rosenfeld, M.D., coauthor of The Over-Scheduled Child: Avoiding the Hyper-Parenting Trap and lecturer at Harvard Medical School “If Nancy Friday’s My Mother, My Self helped a generation of daughters understand their conflicted relationships with their mothers almost thirty years ago, Making Up with Mom may well be the book that helps mothers and daughters today understand both themselves and each other. It is a book I’ve been waiting for.” —Deborah Siegel, Ph.D., author of Sisterhood, Interrupted: From Radical Women to Grrls Gone Wild “Making Up with Mom is a must-read for women who want better relationships with their mothers or daughters (or both!). The book is chock-full of support and good sound advice, culled from the authors’ interviews with many women across generations. . . . This practical book considers many of the most important issues that women face, and in so doing it invites the readers, both mothers and daughters, to find ways to relate to each other in healthier and more effective ways. . . . A good, thorough read.” —Dr. Dorothy Firman, coauthor of Daughters and Mothers: Making It Work, Chicken Soup for the Mother &amp; Daughter Soul, and Chicken Soup for the Father &amp; Son Soul

Making Up with Mom: Why Mothers and Daughters Disagree About Kids, Careers, and Casseroles (and What to Do About It)

Parenting & Relationships

Halpert, Julie

Family Relationships

Thomas Dunne Books

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