The English Wife
by Adrienne Chinn
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Pub Date Feb 16 2021 | Archive Date Mar 09 2021
Harper 360 | One More Chapter
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Description
‘An emotive and engaging read’ Rosanna Ley
‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away’ Jenny Ashcroft
‘Evocative, sensual and authentic’ Jane Johnson
VE Day 1945: As victory bells ring out across the country, war bride Ellie Burgess’ happiness is overshadowed by grief. Her charismatic Newfoundlander husband Thomas is still missing in action.
Until a letter arrives explaining Thomas is back at home on the other side of the Atlantic recovering from his injuries.
Travelling to a distant country to live with a man she barely knows is the bravest thing Ellie has ever had to do. But nothing can prepare her for the harsh realities of her new home…
September 11th 2001: Sophie Parry is on a plane to New York on the most tragic day in the city’s history. While the world watches the news in horror, Sophie’s flight is rerouted to a tiny town in Newfoundland and she is forced to seek refuge with her estranged aunt Ellie.
Determined to discover what it was that forced her family apart all those years ago, newfound secrets may change her life forever…
This is a timeless story of love, sacrifice and resilience perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Lorna Cook and Gill Paul.
‘An emotive and engaging read’ Rosanna Ley
‘Rich, evocative and utterly immersive, this beautifully written book swept me away’ Jenny Ashcroft
“An epic tale of family, tragedy & love… I highly recommend this book!!” Books, Wine, Cats 5*
“The sense of suspense makes this story a page turner! Highly recommend this book, especially if you’re looking for a WWII era book without all of the historical stuff” To Read is to Breathe, 5*
“I couldn’t put it down. It was not your typical historical novel & I think that’s what I loved about it. Great book!” Dabbookclub, 4*
“A book that drew me in from the first pages! The characters come alive, they’re so well written. Fans of historic fiction will love this story. An author to follow” Consumer review, 4*
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780008412401 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Haley A, Reviewer
I loved this story so much! Rich in family history and long buried secrets, it reminded me of Kate Morton's writing, which have been some of my favorite books. I can now add The English Wife to that list. Adrienne Chinn's writing was paced perfectly as this gorgeous, emotional story unfolded. A must read!
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper 360-One More Chapter for access to this ARC!
Patricia H, Reviewer
The English Wife is one of the best books I have this year. I did not put this down and told all my friends to order this book. I can't wait for the next book by this author. I would give a 10 star if they had it.
Sheri O, Reviewer
What a beautiful read! We have two couples, their stories set decades apart, Ellie and Thomas, and Sophie and Sam. The two couples shared an intertwined history. Ellie and Thomas first met while he was stationed in England during WWII. They fell in love, were married and moved to Newfoundland, where Thomas was born. Sophie and Sam meet through intriguing circumstances beyond their control, not completely unaware that they share strong ties in their history. This was such a lovely, well written book, filled with well developed characters and a thoughtful plot. I loved it!
I would like to thank Adrienne Chinn, Harper 360 - One More Chapter and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.
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