The world is at war. And time is running outâ¦
London, 1940. Britain is gripped by the terror of the Blitz, forcing Nell Spelman to flee the capital with her young daughter â 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 imaginedâ¦
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 grandmotherâs life, she begins to wonder if the past is better left forgottenâ¦
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
âI couldnât put it down. My favourite kind of historical fiction.â Reviewer
âWonderful.â Reviewer
âBrilliantly captures the essence of 1940s England. Highly recommended!â Reviewer
Set between WWII and today, and America and England, I totally loved this outstandingly amazing book. Five stars!â Reviewer
âDaisy Wood skillfully navigates between two timelines, and her descriptions of the war are really masterful.â Reviewer
âThe perfect blend of historical fiction and espionage.â Reviewer
âBeautifully written⦠I highly recommend this treasure!â Reviewer
Categories:
Publisher : HarperCollins
Author : Wood, Daisy
Language : English
Published :2021-07-27
Number Of Pages : 400
Binding : Paperback
ISBN-10 : 0008458766
ISBN-13 : 9780008458768
Item weight : 0.99 lb
Dimensions : 1.18 in x 6.02 in x 9.09 in
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