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'A beautiful book. Powerful and captivating, the story will transport you to another time and place, plunging you headlong into the lives of its characters. Tracy Rees's writing is fluid, vibrant and evocative. Extraordinarily good.' - Hazel PriorTracy Rees's latest novel The Elopement is an elaborately imagined historical novel full of delight and temptation, spanning the luxury and poverty of late Victorian England.A wealthy heiress . . .1897. Rowena Blythe is wealthy, entitled and beautiful. As her twenty-fourth birthday approaches, she’s expected to marry – and to marry well.An unsuitable match . . .Her parents commission a portrait of Rowena to help cement her reputation as a great society beauty. However, Bartek, the artist’s young assistant, is unlike any man Rowena has met before – wild, romantic and Bohemian. While society at large awaits the announcement of Rowena’s engagement, it is Bartek who captures Rowena’s heart along with her likeness.A scandal in society . . .Rowena knows her parents would never approve of Bartek, who in their eyes is nothing but a penniless foreigner. As her feelings grow, she has no-one to turn to. Dare she risk everything for love?Praise for Tracy Rees:‘a natural storyteller . . .’ – Rachel Hore‘Tracy has a rare gift for creating characters you are rooting for from the first page’ – Gill Paul‘has such a talent for writing engaging characters who stay with you’ – Hazel Gaynor‘Tracy Rees is at the height of her game’ – Rebecca Griffiths

Winner of the UK's Richard & Judy Search for a Bestseller Competition, this page-turning debut novel follows an orphan whose late, beloved best friend bequeaths her a treasure hunt that leads her all over Victorian England and finally to the one secret her friend never shared. It is 1831 when eight-year-old Aurelia Vennaway finds a naked baby girl abandoned in the snow on the grounds of her aristocratic family's magnificent mansion. Her parents are horrified that she has brought a bastard foundling into the house, but Aurelia convinces them to keep the baby, whom she names Amy Snow. Amy is brought up as a second-class citizen, despised by Vennaways, but she and Aurelia are as close as sisters. When Aurelia dies at the age of twenty-three, she leaves Amy ten pounds, and the Vennaways immediately banish Amy from their home. But Aurelia left her much more. Amy soon receives a packet that contains a rich inheritance and a letter from Aurelia revealing she had kept secrets from Amy, secrets that she wants Amy to know. From the grave she sends Amy on a treasure hunt from one end of England to the other: a treasure hunt that only Amy can follow. Ultimately, a life-changing discovery awaits...if only Amy can unlock the secret. In the end, Amy escapes the Vennaways, finds true love, and learns her dearest friend's secret, a secret that she will protect for the rest of her life. An abandoned baby, a treasure hunt, a secret. As Amy sets forth on her quest, readers will be swept away by this engrossing gem of a novel--the wonderful debut by newcomer Tracy Rees.

The Rose Garden is a richly imagined historical novel full of intrigue and secrets, spanning the luxury and poverty of Victorian England. Perfect for fans of Dinah Jefferies and Rachel Hore.Every house has its secrets . . .For twelve-year-old Ottilie Finch, London is an exciting playground to explore. Her family have recently arrived in Hampstead from Durham, under a cloud of scandal that Otty is blissfully unaware of. The only shadow over her days is her mother’s mysterious illness, which keeps her to her room.When young local girl Mabs is offered the chance to become Mrs Finch’s companion, it saves her from a desperate life on the canals. Little does she know that all is not as picture-perfect as it seems. Mabs is about to become tangled in the secrets that chased the Finches from their last home, and trapped in an impossible dilemma . . .‘Tracy Rees is a natural storyteller . . . What a treat it is!’ – Rachel Hore, author of A Gathering Storm.'In this engrossing novel Tracy Rees takes the reader directly into the drama and action . . . the roles and attitudes to women at the end of the Victorian period and the emerging women’s movement were riveting. Totally unputdownable' – Dinah Jefferies, author of The Tea-Planter’s Wife.

Set amongst the luxury and poverty of late Victorian England, Tracy Rees's The Elopement is an elaborately imagined historical romance, full of delight and temptation.'A beautiful book. Powerful and captivating, the story will transport you to another time and place, plunging you headlong into the lives of its characters' – Hazel Prior, author of Away with the PenguinsA wealthy heiress . . .1897. Rowena Blythe is wealthy, entitled and beautiful. As her twenty-fourth birthday approaches, she’s expected to marry – and to marry well.An unsuitable match . . .Her parents commission a portrait of Rowena to help cement her reputation as a great society beauty. However, Bartek, the artist’s young assistant, is unlike any man Rowena has met before – wild, romantic and Bohemian. While society at large awaits the announcement of Rowena’s engagement, it is Bartek who captures Rowena’s heart along with her likeness.A scandal in society . . .Rowena knows her parents would never approve of Bartek, who in their eyes is nothing but a penniless foreigner. As her feelings grow, she has no-one to turn to. Dare she risk everything for love?Praise for Tracy Rees:‘A natural storyteller’ – Rachel Hore, author of One Moonlit Night‘Tracy has a rare gift for creating characters you are rooting for from the first page’ – Gill Paul, author of The Manhattan Girls‘Has such a talent for writing engaging characters who stay with you’ – Hazel Gaynor, author of The Girl Who Came Home‘Tracy Rees is at the height of her game’ – Rebecca Griffiths, author of The Girl at My Door

Abandoned on a bank of snow as a baby, Amy is taken in at nearby Hatville Court. But the masters and servants of the grand estate prove cold and unwelcoming.

Florrie Buckley is an orphan, living on the wind-blasted moors of Cornwall. It's a hard existence but Florrie is content; she runs wild in the mysterious landscape. She thinks her destiny is set in stone. But when Florrie is fourteen, she inherits a never-imagined secret.

The Hourglass is a moving novel about finding love even after it seems too late and the healing power of a magical place by the sea.

A heartwarming tale of love, family and acceptance, Darling Blue is a simply gorgeous read...

England, 1899. A new century is dawning, and two young friends are about to enter into a world of money, privilege and family secrets...

'This may just have saved my life...' The hurried scribble in the dusty visitors' book catches Gwen's eye. Just like that, she is drawn into a mystery at the heart of the pretty village of Hopley, and her troubles seem to fall behind.When tragedy strikes, Gwen Stanley finds herself jobless and heartbroken. With nowhere else to turn, she retreats to Hopley, a crumbling little village in the sun-dappled English countryside. Wandering the winding lanes and daydreaming about what could have been, Gwen feels so very lost for the first time...Until one day she pushes through the creaking doors of a tiny stone church on the edge of the village, forgotten by nearly everyone. There she stumbles on a little book full of local secrets. It might just change her life.'Wow. I absolutely loved this book. Read it in one sitting. Could not put it down.' Bobs and Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Cecilia Ahern and Fiona Valpy, this is a gorgeous, feel-good read from a Richard and Judy bestselling author.What readers are saying about Tracy Rees: 'So brilliant... wonderful characters, a strong heroine, mystery, drama... full of surprises and twists and turns... pure escapism.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely marvellous... I was totally captivated by the story and devoured it greedily.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'What a joy to read. Beautiful... such a lovely, comforting read.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A beautifully written tale of friendship, heartbreak and surviving whatever life may throw at you.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Adventure, mystery, love, and above all friendship... a perfect ending.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Enchanting ' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Bluebells bob in the salty sea wind and the cottage gate swings open to reveal the inky-blue cove. It's exactly how Kitty always pictured it... except in her head, she wasn't standing here alone. Kitty Roberts spends her days searching for the perfect home for two... until her boyfriend dumps her. Devastated, she flees to a tiny seaside village called Pennystrand, where she spent golden summers as a child, before her family fell apart. At first, Kitty's dramatic escape proves to be exactly what she needs - pink sunsets over warm, sandy beaches, lovably eccentric new neighbours and even a blush-inducing run-in with Cory Hudson, a floppy-haired local surfer with a heart-stopping smile. But just as Kitty feels herself beginning to heal, Cory reveals that his time in Pennystrand is nearly up. What's more, some strange reactions to Kitty in town make her wonder if her connection to this place might go deeper than she thought. What is this tranquil little village hiding? It seems there's a secret in Kitty's past that is about to turn her life on its head once more... Is she ready for the truth? And will it bring her and Cory closer together, or drive them apart? A page-turning story full of unexpected twists and turns. It will make you smile, laugh and wish you could visit Pennystrand Absolutely perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Heidi Swain and Carole Matthews. What readers are saying about Tracy Rees: 'OMG What an absolutely gorgeous, beautiful heart-warming book ... an absolutely fantastic page-turning book.' Bookworm 86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Glorious... I finished this book genuinely feeling inspired and happier than I have in a long time... warm-hearted, charming, uplifting and filled with positivity and cheer... wonderful.' Linda's Book Bag, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh my word... I couldn't put it down... A wonderful, warm story... I'll definitely be recommending this to anyone who will listen ' SusanWr38555367, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Im wundersch nen englischen Dorf Hopley glitzern die Weihnachtsdekorationen im fallenden Schnee, doch f r Holly f llt Weihnachten dieses Jahr aus ... Es sollte die sch nste Zeit des Jahres sein, doch diesmal nicht f r Holly Hanwell: Ihr Freund hat sie f r eine andere Frau verlassen, mit der er ein Kind erwartet. Also plant Holly ein ruhiges Weihnachtsfest allein in ihrem kleinen Haus - ohne traditionelle Festivit ten und vor allem ohne M nner. Doch dann trifft sie auf Edward, den attraktiven neuen Besitzer des renovierungsbed rftigen Hauses am Dorfrand. Bei hei er Schokolade im Dorfcaf fliegen zwischen den beiden die Funken. Daraufhin kreuzen sich ihre Wege immer wieder, und trotz Hollys Vorsatz, ihr verwundetes Herz zu sch tzen, kann sie ihren wachsenden Gef hlen f r den etwas komplizierten Edward nicht entkommen. Aber dann erf hrt sie ein Geheimnis ber seine Vergangenheit, das alles auf den Kopf stellt. Wird die Liebesgeschichte von Holly und Edward enden, bevor sie berhaupt begonnen hat - oder erwartet sie dieses Jahr ein Weihnachtswunder? Ein romantischer Winterroman, mit dem man sich gem tlich vor dem Kamin einkuscheln kann. Perfekt f r Fans von Julie Caplin und Debbie Johnson. Leser: innen lieben Das kleine Weihnachtshaus: Ich habe es geliebt ... Das kleine Weihnachtshaus ist herrlich ... Ich habe dieses Buch beendet und mich wirklich inspiriert und so gl cklich wie schon lange nicht mehr gef hlt ... Die perfekte Winterlekt re. Es ist warmherzig, charmant, aufmunternd und voller Positivit t und Freude ... wunderbar. Linda's Book Bag, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ O mein Gott ... ich konnte es nicht aus der Hand legen ... Eine wunderbare, warme Geschichte. SusanWr38555367, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eine Freude zu lesen Wundersch n ... perfekt f r die Feiertage ... Ich wurde v llig in die Leben der Figuren hineingezogen und war traurig, als ich auf der letzten Seite ankam ... genau das Richtige, f r einen sch nen Lesetag. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Das war ein zauberhaftes Buch Ich habe jede Minute davon geliebt ... so warm und kuschelig wie ein flauschiger Schal und F ustlinge ... ich war definitiv nicht bereit, es zu beenden. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein absolutes Vergn gen ... Jede Seite davon war die reinste Wonne und eine echte Wohlf hllekt re. Dieses Buch darf man nicht verpassen. Goodreads Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wundersch n, gem tlich ... wie eine Tasse hei e Schokolade am Feuer ... das perfekte Buch, um es in diesen gem tlichen Herbst- und Wintern chten vor dem Kamin zu lesen. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eine magische Weihnachtslekt re, die so inspirierend und herzerw rmend ist, dass man sie in einem Zug verschlingen muss. Mach ein Feuer an, schnapp dir eine Decke, gie dir einen hei en Kakao ein und mach es dir gem tlich ... ein absolutes Must-Read. Ich habe es wirklich geliebt Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wunderbare, gem tliche Lekt re. Ich habe es absolut geliebt, es ist das perfekte Buch, um es sich zu Weihnachten gem tlich zu machen. NetGalley Rezensentin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Som nyfødt blir Amy etterlatt i snøen for å dø. Den vakre arvingen Aurelia Vennaway er den som finner henne og tar henne med seg hjem, redder livet hennes og gir henne navnet Amy Snow. Amy får ingen kjærlig oppvekst, men hun og Aurelia er nære som søstre. Da Aurelia dør som tjuetreåring, faller hele Amys verden i grus. På toppen av det hele, blir hun forvist fra herskapsboligen og må klare seg selv. En dag mottar Amy en pakke som inneholder en pen sum penger og et brev fra Aurelia. I brevet avslører at hun har holdt noe hemmelig fra Amy, og fra graven sender hun Amy fra den ene siden av England til den andre. Der venter en overraskelse som vil endre hele livet hennes ...Vinner av Richard & Judy-konkurransen: Jakten på den neste bestselgeren!Jeg slukte Mysteriet Amy Snow som en sulten ulv og var trollbundet helt til siste side. Tracy Rees er en fantastisk ny stemme i historisk drama.Lucinda Riley«Den sjarmerende Amy Snow bergtok meg, og jeg kunne ikke legge fra meg boka. En herlig leseopplevelse!»Kathleen Grissom«Et glitrende og fengende mysterium. Amy Snow fanget våre hjerter fra første side.» Richard & Judy bokklubb«Besettende lesning.» Daily Express

Fra bestselgerforfatteren som skrev Mysteriet Amy Snow, kommer denne medrivende og mektige kjærlighetsfortellingen fra 1920-tallet, om en heltinne ulik alle andre.Blue lever et sorgløst liv i London, fylt til randen av luksus og selskapeligheter. Da hun fyller tjueen år, holder faren en stor fest for henne. Sent på kvelden løfter han glasset i en skål for sin datter, og sier noe som skal sjokkere alle gjestene. Han utlyser nemlig en konkurranse om å vinne Blues hånd! Som fra et gammelt prinsesseeventyr annonserer han at den mannen som skriver det beste kjærlighetsbrevet, skal få gifte seg med hans datter. Brevet skal være anonymt, og Blue må selv kåre en vinner innen det har gått ett år! Blue blir rystet og opprørt, og i et anfall av trass legger hun sine egne planer ...«Jeg elsket den sterke atmosfæren fra 1920-tallet, de nydelige karakterene og vakre beskrivelsene av naturen og årstidene.» Lucinda Riley

Ny roman fra forfatteren av Mysteriet Amy Snow og Kjæreste Blue – øverst på norske bestselgerlister«Tracy Rees er en fantastisk ny stemme innen historisk drama.» Lucinda RileyFlorrie er foreldreløs og lever en beskjeden tilværelse i Cornwall sammen med bestemoren. Hun elsker den vakre, ville naturen og kunne ikke tenke seg noe annet liv. Men da hun fyller femten, får hun vite at hun er i slekt med en velstående familie i London. Over natten endrer livet hennes seg, da hun flytter fra landsbyen til storbyen, fra fattigdom til rikdom. Nå er hun atskilt fra alle hun kjenner, og strever med å forstå reglene i denne merkelige nye verdenen. Og etter hvert må hun også prøve å forstå dragningen hun føler mot den gåtefulle og alvorlige Turlington Grace, en mann med mange mørke hemmeligheter. «Dette må være den beste boka jeg noensinne har lest. Jeg storkoste meg!» Amazon-leser«En av mine favorittbøker dette året, og jeg anbefaler den sterkt til alle som vil ha en bok man ikke kan legge fra seg.» 5/5 onemorepage «Fengende og oppslukende ….» Lancashire Post«En fengslende og følsom pageturner.» My Weekly

Et nytt århundre nærmer seg. To unge venner er i ferd med å tre inn i en verden av penger, privilegier og familiehemmeligheter ...South Yorkshire, 1899. Tommy har alltid visst at når han ble gammel nok, ville han bli sendt for å jobbe i gruvene. Det vil han for enhver pris unngå. Han har helt andre drømmer om fremtiden. Josie, hans beste venn fra nabolandsbyen, ønsker også å unnslippe sin skjebne. Livet er hardt, mye på grunn av de urimelige kravene til de rike familiene som eier gruvene.Et forlatt hus ligger på veien mellom deres to landsbyer. Heston Manor har vært avstengt i årevis etter en familietragedie. Da Tommy og Josie en dag bestemmer seg for å utforske dette huset, oppdager de noe som vil ha stor betydning for hele deres fremtid.«Tracy Rees skriver fra hjertet.» Kathryn Hughes, forfatter.«Rørende og oppslukende lesning. Huset på Silvermoor fortjener å bli en stor suksess.» Rachel Hore«Jeg elsket Huset på Silvermoor. Tracy skriver alltid så varmt, og fortellingen er både romantisk og fengende.» Rosanna Ley

«En stemningsfull og elegant historie, fylt med de historiske detaljene som er blitt Tracy Rees' varemerke.» Lucinda Riley1950: Som tenåring besøker Chloe badebyen Tenby hver sommer. Hun bor hos slektninger og nyter lange dager på stranden. De idylliske somrene følger hverandre, helt til det året hun møter en spennende, litt eldre mann, som hun umiddelbart forelsker seg i. På kvelden for deres første stevnemøte skjer det noe som skal komme til å forfølge henne resten av livet. 2014: Nora har alltid tatt for gitt at livet skulle gå på skinner. Men en dag faller det sammen. Fullstendig. For å komme til hektene reiser hun til Tenby i Wales, der hun har vært en gang før. Snart får hun tankene over på noe annet, noe mystisk som skjedde i denne byen for mange år siden ...Timeglasset er en varm roman om å finne kjærligheten, og om et sted som skjuler familiehemmeligheter. Bestselgerforfatter Tracy Rees skriver med innlevelse om mennesker og deres lengsel etter å finne et hjem.«Følelsene som formidles, berører, og feelgoodstemningen er på topp.» Maria Näslung, Göteborgs-Posten«Tracy Rees skriver fra hjertet, og med en åpenbar kjærlighet for karakterene sine (…) bekrefter en gang for alle at hun er en forfatter som aldri skuffer.» Kathryn Hughes«Et nydelig, varmt og underholdende mysterium. Den fikk meg til å ville reise til Tenby.» Rachel Hore, forfatter«Jeg kan med hånden på hjertet si at Timeglasset er en av de beste bøkene jeg har lest på veldig lenge. Jeg elsket den!» Nicola Cornick«Feelgood i kubikk! Bli med til herlige Wales!» Bonniers Bokklubb«Sjarmerende.»Expressen Söndag