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• The Girls Who Dared to Love

  Costeloe, Diney

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  A captivating story following three women and their complex romantic entanglements at the onset of the Great War. Lucinda McFarlane's future spouse has been sent to fight; Mabel Oakley has fallen for the son of her father's enemy; and Lady Diana…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Peach Seed

  Jones, Anita Gail

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  A small peach seed monkey, a talisman passed down through generations of the Dukes family, becomes the catalyst for a host of revelations about the past when Olga Dukes learns about another carving's existence. Central to the family's story is the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Orphans

  McIntosh, Fiona, 1960-

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  Bound by a fateful meeting as children, and brought back together as adults, Fleur Appleby and Tom Catchlove learn lessons of life and love in this enchanting saga. The pair, reuniting in a chance encounter, soon become tangled in a murder…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Poppy Sisters

  Carr, Deborah (Historical fiction writer)

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  After losing their parents and brother in an air raid, sisters Phoebe and Celia go their separate ways, but on parallel paths - they both become nurses. Phoebe falls for the dashing Captain Archie Bailey, whilst Celia cannot help her feelings…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Porcelain Maker

  Freethy, Sarah

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  In 1993 Cincinatti, Clara is looking for answers. She never met her father, and her mother has always kept the past shrouded in mystery. As she begins to uncover the truth through artworks, she learns of the romance between her mother and a Jewish…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Over the Rainbow

  Flynn, Katie, pseud

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  A new unmissable historical romance saga from popular author Katie Flynn, set in Liverpool during the 1920s. The story follows Olivia Campbell on her journey as she reaches out for love to escape from her abusive father and finally be free. The war,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Ask Again, Yes

  Keane, Mary Beth

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  A haunting, beautiful saga with themes of enduring love and the power of forgiveness. Kate and Peter are childhood friends and next-door neighbours, but their blossoming love is shattered by a violent tragedy which forces Peter's family to move…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Village Scandal

  Court, Dilly

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  A gripping historical romance saga by a key author of the genre, Dilly Court will hit all the right notes with romance saga fans. Daisy's newlywed bliss is turned into a nightmare when her new husband Jay disappears during the reception party.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Woman's Promise

  Jacobs, Anna, pseud., 1941-

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  This new historical romance saga from Anna Jacobs is a story of love, careers, and the choices we sometimes have to make between the two. Set in 1935 we follow Frankie Redfern, the only female cabinet minister as she navigates the viper's nest of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sea Swept

  Roberts, Nora, 1950-

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  This compelling saga follows the lives, troubles and passionate romances of the absurdly good looking Quinn brothers. The emotional connection between the brothers makes for interesting character development that will leave you wanting more– a great…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Thorn Birds

  McCullough, Colleen, 1937-2015

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  A forbidden romance between an Irish/Australian girl and a priest, an evocative setting that almost feels like a character itself, and bittersweet themes of love and family—this story has it all! Colleen McCullough is a master at drawing readers in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Wideacre

  Gregory, Philippa, 1954-

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  If you enjoy good writing and captivating historical stories, Philippa Gregory’s novels are well worth the read. Set in the Georgian English countryside, this story follows the women of the Lacey family who are destined to lose their estate once…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Salem Street

  Jacobs, Anna, pseud., 1941-

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  This historical romance will pull on your heart-strings and take you on a journey of love, betrayal and sadness. Dark times are ahead for the seemingly happy Gibsons, and oldest daughter Annie must now take care of the family. As Anna Jacobs'…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Watching the Climbers on the Mountain

  Miller, Alex, 1936-

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  If you're keen on romance rural-style, try this! Set in the remote central highlands of Queensland, a farmer and his wife grow weary of one another, the isolation, and the tedium of cattle ranch life, until a young stockman shows up looking for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Three Fates

  Roberts, Nora, 1950-

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  A fast paced mythological adventure and fantasy romance tale all in one. ‘Three Fates’ centres on a trio of couples with intertwined stories revolving around three small statues passed down generation by generation. Nora Roberts has jam-packed every…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Corelli's Mandolin

  De Bernières, Louis, 1954-

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  This heartbreaking love story begins during the Nazi occupation of an idyllic Greek island. With the arrival of the Italian army, beautiful, headstrong Pelagia falls for the charming Captain Antonio Corelli. The lovers are soon torn apart by the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• One Day

  Nicholls, David, 1966-

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  Witty and bittersweet, with realistic dialogue and well-drawn characters, 'One Day' follows the friendship of Emma and Dexter, who first meet at their university graduation in the late 1980s. We catch up with them every July 15 for the next two…Read moreRead more of this annotation