The Clockmakers Wife

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780008402303 Author(s): Daisy Wood Format: Paperback Year: 2021 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Pages: 400

Description: The world is at war. And time is running outA?¦ London, 1940. Britain is grippedA‚ byA‚ the terror of the Blitz, forcing Nell Spelman to fleeA‚ the capitalA‚ with her young daughter A? leaving behind her husband, Arthur, the clockmaker who keeps Big Ben chiming.A‚ When Arthur disappears, Nell is desperate to find him. But her search will lead her into far darker places than she ever imaginedA?¦A‚ New York, Present Day. When Ellie discovers a beautiful watch that had once belonged to a grandmother she never knew, she becomes determined to find out what happened to her. But as she pieces together the fragments of her grandmotherA?s life, she begins to wonder if the past is better left forgottenA?¦A‚ A powerful and unforgettable tale of fierce love, impossible choices and a moment that changes the world forever, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy and Suzanne Kelman. Readers love Daisy Wood:'A ticking time-bomb of intrigue, wrapped around stark but rich descriptions of the Blitz. An unforgettable wartime debut.' Mandy Robotham, internationally bestselling author of The Berlin GirlA?I couldnA?t put it down. My favourite kind of historical fiction.A? ReviewerA?Wonderful.A? ReviewerA?Brilliantly captures the essence of 1940s England. Highly recommended!A? ReviewerSet between WWII and today, and America and England, I totally loved this outstandingly amazing book. Five stars!A? ReviewerA?Daisy Wood skillfully navigates between two timelines, and her descriptions of the war are really masterful.A? ReviewerA?The perfect blend of historical fiction and espionage.A? ReviewerA?Beautifully writtenA?¦ I highly recommend this treasure!A? Reviewer

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