Bolton, Lancashire: 1940
A family torn apart by war, held together by a secret . . .
Janie and her husband James have a strong, loving marriage. A move from
an inner-city slum to a peaceful new estate outside of Bolton should
have been a fresh start for them and their three children. But when war
is declared and James announces he has signed up, Janie fears it's the
beginning of the end.
Waving goodbye to their menfolk is a sacrifice that families are making
all over the country and Janie does her best to make do, forging
friendships in her new community.
But when James comes home on leave a traumatised and desperate man, then
goes AWOL, Janie's heart goes out to him. Determined to keep him safe,
she plans to hide him in their new house. But how long can they keep the
secret, and what threats lie ahead if they're found out?
A page-turning new wartime saga about love, friendship and secrets,
for fans of Katie Flynn and Rosie Goodwin.**