The next BRAND NEW historical saga from Rachel Sweasey perfect for readers of Rosie Clarke, May Ellis and Elaine Everest.

1915: As war rages across Europe, the women of Poole Quay must do whatever it takes to keep their community afloat.

For lifelong friends Kathy, Betsy and Julia, that means stepping into roles they never imagined possible, helping to keep the harbour and its lifeboat service running as more local men leave for the Front. Kathy embraces the chance to fight for women's independence, while Betsy longs only for the safe return of her beloved husband, Bertie.

After heartbreak changes her life, Julia throws herself into nursing the wounded. But when an unexpected letter arrives from someone she thought she'd lost forever, she dares to hope her future could yet be rewritten.

As war creeps ever closer to the Dorset coast, the friends must draw strength from one another. But will their friendship be enough to carry them through the darkest days yet?

Praise for Rachel Sweasey:

'Spanning continents and decades, this sweeping epic stole my heart' Renita D'Silva

'I was swept up by this beautiful story of love, loss and the courage of so many during WW2' Helen Parusel

‘I loved this dual time-line read. Set in the start of WW2 and present day it deals with loss and war and finding love when you don't expect to ever love again. This was a great book and I highly recommend this one.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘Loved this book. I got totally immersed in the characters and their lives, loves and loss. The mix of fact and fiction and the two different time lines worked very well.’ Goodreads reviewer