Author

Publication

2004-09-28 - HarperTorch

Language

English

Word Count

93,000 words, Guess

Page Count

372 pages

Identifiers

  • Internet Archiveisbn_9780060525477
  • ISBN-100060525479
  • ISBN-139780060525477
  • LibraryThing772289
  • Goodreads1099077
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Description

A heartrending tale of two young lovers torn violently apart at the beginning of the twentieth century. Jampacked with drama, tragedy and thwarted love, this is Josephine Cox at her inimitable best. In the sleepy Lancashire village of Salmesbury, childhood sweethearts Emily and John are secretly planning a life together when they are cruelly forced apart. Already abandoned by her father, and unhappy at home, Emily is heartbroken when John leaves the village. Her life takes a devastating turn for the worse when she gives birth to a child. She dare not reveal the identity of the child's father or there will be a terrible price to pay. Many miles away, John is trying to forget Emily and forge a new life. Having carried her in his heart for years, a chance encounter leads him to believe she has forgotten him. Emily has never been able to banish thoughts of John. But when it looks as though history is about to repeat itself, Emily must put the past -- and John -- behind her and safeguard her daughter. But can she forget him?

First Sentence

It was the most glorious summer's day, but even as the sun warmed her face and the sound of birdsong thrilled her ears, Emily Ramsden's young heart trembled with fear as she hurried stealthily from the house.

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  • Lovers and LiarsHarperTorch2004-09-28
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