Book : Under The Golden Sun A Novel - Ashcroft, Jenny

-Titulo Original : Under The Golden Sun A Novel

-Fabricante :

St. Martins Press

-Descripcion Original:

About the Author JENNY ASHCROFT is a British author of historical fiction books including Meet Me in Bombay. She has a degree from Oxford University in history, and has always been fascinated by the past in particular the way that extraordinary events can transform the lives of normal people. A remarkable novel of family and love during a time of war,* Jenny Ashcrofts Under the Golden Sun follows a soul-searching young woman who takes a leap of faith and discovers a place to call home and someone to share her heart.England, 1941. The world is at war. London is under siege as the German blitz pounds the city without warning, without mercy. Rose Hamilton did her part as a member of the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force until she was unfairly discharged following a tragic loss. Working as a secretary on a Devon farmland, Rose is out of harm’s way, but she needs to contribute to something greater than herself to truly recover.Answering a newspaper advertisement for a companion to accompany an orphaned child to Australia, Rose becomes enchanted with four-year-old Walter Lucknow. Shy, imaginative, and kind, the boy lost his parents and has been living in near seclusion with his elder great aunt. As heir to a wealthy Australian cattle station, Walter must return to his homeland and his mother’s family.Leaving her own family and fiance Rose braves the long, dangerous voyage across Pacific waters where war is imminent to see Walter safely home. But upon arrival, Rose learns the truth about Walter’s relationship to the Lucknows and the land he’s supposed to inherit, a truth that haunts the boy’s Uncle Max, a wounded pilot scarred inside and out. And as Max opens his heart up to Walter, Rose is drawn to the man’s strength and compassion, finding herself torn between returning to England and staying with the child and man she’s grown to love.*New York Times bestselling author Karen White Review Jenny Ashcroft is my new favorite author. Her meticulous research folds neatly and expertly into the story, and her eye for detail and beautiful writing creates an unforgettable book. The characters are flawed, compelling, and worthy of carrying this remarkable novel of family and love during a time of war. I didnt want it to end, and now that Im done, I feel as if Ive just traveled to Australia for a long visit with dear friends and am ready to read it again and again. The author has a way of ripping out the readers heart, and then carefully placing it back with her skilled hands. I loved every page! Karen White, New York Times bestselling authorHistorical fiction fans will enjoy this lush, captivating saga with fascinating characters whose lives are far from ideal but are only a minute and a step away from perfect.” Library JournalAn enticing story of a young Englishwoman’s path toward self-discovery. Ashcroft enlivens the plot with an expertly crafted set of characters. For fans of WWII-era historicals, this will hit the spot. Publishers Weekly An epic story of hope and heartbreak, exquisitely written. I raced through it, but didnt want it to end. Iona Grey, award-winning author of The Glittering HourA deeply touching, delicious, slow burn of a love affair. Dinah Jefferies, bestselling author of The Tea Planters WifeGorgeous! Under The Golden Sun is a wonderfully poignant novel, full of heart and hope and memorable characters you wont want to leave. Ashcroft writes with the perfect blend of elegance and emotional punch, and her depiction of rural Australia is thoroughly transportive. A perfect summer read. Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Lighthouse Keepers DaughterUnder the Golden Sun is a sweeping love story with a huge heart. Gorgeously written and utterly absorbing. Ashcroft fans are in for a real treat. Emma Rous, USA Today bestselling author of Au PairWhat wonderful, utterly engaging storytelling. Under the Golden Sun transported me, like its heroi