Two / three timelines merge in a range of coincidences, but I found the main character annoyingly naive and weak. The WWII narrative is far superior to the present day timeline and the novel seems to slow at the end

I’ve said this before and I stand by it, Jane Corry doesn’t just write a book, she tells a story. A powerful and compelling story that will take you on a thrilling but at times emotional journey. I would love to carry on reading about the characters in this book, I didn’t want it to end!

Nancy needs to escape after her stepbrother is sent to prison for the murder of their parents. She decides to go and stay at Tall Chimneys, a house in Sidmouth that belonged to her Grandmother and that she has now inherited from her Mother. Nancy is hoping to start afresh where nobody knows her or her secrets, but things have a way of catching up with you!

Tall Chimneys has a history all of its own and we also follow Elizabeth in this story, who owned the house during World War II. Elizabeth and Nancy have a lot in common and I took to them both so well, I know they will both stay with me for a long time to come.

Initially, I was concerned that part of this book was historical fiction. It’s not a genre I’d normally read, but I thoroughly enjoyed this side of the book, not only did it work extremely well alongside the part of the story set in the present day, but it was incredibly interesting and fascinating too.

This story is much slower-paced than I’m used to and took me a while longer to read than some other faster-paced books, but I really enjoyed taking my time with it. I don’t feel it’s a story you’d want to rush, the characters deserved my time and that’s what I gave them.

This book may come under the thriller/mystery genre but it’s so much more than that. I feel Jane writes in a genre all of her own. I find I connect with her books and characters in such a special way. Jane is a truly talented author.

Thank you so much to Jane Corry, Penguin Books and NetGalley for my copy of this book.

What a beautiful story despite the tragedy’s it portrays over the years. We begin with Nancy the farmhouse slaughter daughter who has suffered immensely growing up in a blended family but holidayed in the most beautiful home Tall Chimneys.
To Elizabeth during the Second World War who is stuck in a loveless marriage and wants to be helpful and give back to her community only to get herself into all sorts of mischief and danger.
The story shows how strong women can be regardless of their age and how women will help each other till their death beds. So well written and a joy to read. These characters will stay with me forever.

I absolutely loved this book, it was typical strong Jane Corry. Addictive story and good characters, i really enjoyed it

Coming To Find You by Jane Corry was a beautifully written book with parts of the story thats set in WWII & the other parts in the current day. this book had a wonderful story line that will draw you in from the beginning till the end, it was a great page turner that will have you up to to the early hours of the morning; I found this book very hard to put down once I started to read it. Plus, you will need tissues and lots of them! it is an emotional journey.

I highly recommend Coming To Find You by Jane Corry and a great holiday read.
I loved it.

Big Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin General UK - Fig Tree, Hamish Hamilton, Viking, Penguin Life, Penguin Business for my copy.

I loved this book, especially the parts set in WW2. At first I was unsure what I was reading when it went from present day but it worked and the two stories ran together seamlessly.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC in return for an honest and unbiased opinion.

I enjoyed reading this book especially the duel timeline aspect (actually, three timelines if you count "the night of the murder"). Events which took place in the second world war were mirrored in the present day by descendants of the original owners of "Tall Chimneys", a big house in the Devon seaside town of Sidmouth.

I found one aspect a little puzzling - Nancy's reaction to an incident involving her creepy step-father, which seemed to cause a life-long trauma. It just seemed a bit overplayed and I thought more had happened than was eventually described. Also, I felt Nancy's mother's character (Violet) did not tie in well with the descriptions of her as a little girl. From a strong-willed and intelligent child she became a rather wimpy and needy adult. I'd have liked to know what caused that transformation. Also, there were several instances where 'jumps' in time occurred. They were not confusing but were a little disconcerting in their brevity.

The end of the book felt somewhat contrived - the author was clearly tying up loose ends, but the two timelines did 'converge' with the aid of a few unlikely co-incidences in the form of an unexpected visitor, a find of some historical documents and a journal.

I did like the book but thought the WW2 era story was considerably superior to the modern day tale.

A great read that flowed seamlessly between past and present, the switching between the timelines really brings the story together and works brilliantly.

Jane Corry is an author I will always recommend and this is no exception, this is a beautifully written story full of drama and atmosphere with subtle twists thrown in and well written relatable likable characters you will feel an instant connection to.

This is the first book that I have read by this author so I was a little unsure of what to expect. However I really enjoyed the storyline and characters. It was intriguing and kept me engaged

I enjoyed reading this book and the different timelines and found the one set in WW2 interesting. A good summer read.

A novel that’s full of suspense. All the characters have hidden agendas and it’s hard to know who to believe, perfect for any thriller fan

I really enjoyed the short chapters in this book. The only thing I that disappointed me was the rushed ending

I have enjoyed this book as I have the other books by this author but this one was all promise but it seemed to slow down and get a bit plodding. Overall a fair read. #ComingToFindYou #NetGalley

I’ve always enjoyed Jane Corry’s books, and I think this book is one of her best.
Really enjoyed jumping from the war to present day aspect, and as always Jane keeps you guessing right till the end

Fantastic!
Thank you for this copy

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What a book !!! I seriously couldn’t put this book down. It had everything and more, the two stories that linked absolutely perfectly with the same dark theme running throughout that was balanced from start to end, I didn’t finish the book wanting to know more of one story or the other it all tied up in a way which left me full filled.

Elizabeth’s story caught the history geek in me that now needs to find out more about the secret cells in Britain during the war while Nancy’s a real life vibe to it - yes she moved away to a family home but her whole personality made her relatable to normal people, how she felt and reacted to situations was how a normal would act not a complete fuss or over exaggerated reaction which I think is why I loved the book so much.

The choices and actions Elizabeth made towards towards her husband, son, PGs and even the German soldier gave a true sense again of what women in that time period would have done, felt and challenge.

I honestly don’t no what to write because I love it all, it’s gripping, interesting, historical and modern, a good pace with some fast pace twists and turns, a love story with a twist, murder and shows human nature and reaction at its best.

A physical copy is being ordered ( along with the other books from the author ) and it will sit of my permanent bookshelf as I already want to read it again !!!

The download date was unfortunately missed, I would be happy to re-review if it became available again. I have awarded stars for the book cover and description as they both appeal to me. I would be more than happy to re-read and review if a download becomes available. If you would like me to re-review please feel free to contact me at thesecretbookreview@gmail.com or via social media The_secret_bookreview (Instagram) or Secret_bookblog (Twitter). Thank you.

This was a 3.5 for me. I really enjoyed the first half of the book, finding the various timelines engaging and used to keep the tension. Unfortunately at some point it just slowed right down until the pace just ground to a halt. It’s such a shame because with some pruning it could have been much better. The ending fell a bit flat for me , too.

With thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an arc of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

I never repeat the blurb. It took a long time for me to read this book, mainly as I am never a fan of 'back and forth' through time - I prefer a linear narrative. However the plot was interesting as was some of the historical detail about Devon.

A good solid thriller with a few twists and well written characters.
The house was the perfect setting, cosy at times and the plot itself was well paced and exciting with true-to-life scenarios and u expected offerings.
I will read more by this author.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book. It was a great thriller with some good twists, overall really enjoyed it, just something missing for me