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Rosie Clarke

The start of a brand NEW series from bestselling author Rosie Clarke
Cambridgeshire - March 1939

As the clouds of war begin to gather in Europe, the Talbot family of rural Blackberry Farm will be torn apart, just as so many families all over the world will be. Life will never be the same again.

Whilst in London, the Salmons family will feel the pain of parting and loss. 

Brought together by war, the two families become intertwined and, as the outlook looks bleak, they must draw on each other’s strength to fight through the hard times.

Lizzie Johnson and Tom were sweethearts until a mistake caused a terrible rift. Lizzie takes herself off to London to heal the pain in a glamorous new job but she still loves Tom. His pride has been hurt – but deep down inside Tom still cares. Can they find happiness before their chance is gone and the whole world is swept into the terrible madness of war?

Claire Morgan

Boldwood Books

Blackberry Farm

War Clouds Over Blackberry Farm: The start of a brand new historical saga series by Rosie Clarke

Discover Rosie Clarke's bestselling Blackberry Farm series!
 A story of life and survival during the war which is heart-rending and bitter-sweet, bringing you laughter and tears. 
Cambridgeshire – 1941
 As the war rages on in Europe, it brings untold heartache to the Talbot family at Blackberry Farm. 
 First Tom is missing in action and then his brother John. leaving the family distraught with worry.
 Faith finds herself in trouble and turns to Lizzie for support as fear and grief bring them closer together.
 But tragedy is never too far away and when it strikes, it may not be those who fight that suffer the most.
 Will Pam’s prayers be answered and will both her sons return home?
 And can the family at Blackberry Farm unite to overcome their heartache and find hope for the future?

Heartache at Blackberry Farm: A gripping historical saga from Rosie Clarke

As the men fight and the war rages, there are some new arrivals on the farm… 
Cambridgeshire – 1942

As a new year begins and the war continues, young Artie Talbot feels trapped. In his heart he longs to fight, like his two brothers, for his king and country but is duty tied to Blackberry Farm.

As feelings grow between Artie and Jeanie Salmons, Artie wonders if marriage will help him to finally accept his lot and settle down.

Meanwhile, his brother John Talbot must come to terms with the tragic loss of a lost love. Can he overcome his trauma and begin to build a new life for himself and his new born son?

Frances Grant, a new mysterious land girl arrives hoping to escape a violent past. Surely the countryside will offer her the safety and anonymity she craves. But someone is vengeful and eager to settle an old score…

As a terrible shock rocks the family, will love and duty be enough to get the family through the dark days ahead?

Praise for Rosie Clarke:

'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable.' Kitty Neale

'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Bookish Jottings

'A thoroughly enjoyable read.'- Reader Review

'Another cracking read from Rosie Clarke... I heartily recommend that you read her books.' - Reader Review

'I love Rosie Clarke's books and this did not disappoint.' - Reader Review

'I didn't want the book to end.' - Reader Review

'I can't wait to read the next book in the series.' - Reader Review

'A delightful addictive read.' ** - Reader Review**

'Best book I have read in a while' - Reader Review

'A wonderfully written tale of friendship, romance and the ties that bind' - Reader Review

'I felt as though I had been reunited with old friends' - Reader Review

Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm: An emotional, historical saga from bestseller Rosie Clarke