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Heartache at Blackberry Farm
- Author
- Rosie Clarke
- Narrator
- Claire Morgan
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 5 October 2022
- Run Time
- 10 hours 41 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Generational sagas, Classic fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, Second World War fiction, Romance, Romance: wholesome, Historical romance, Romance in uniform, Family life fiction, Historical fiction, Fiction: narrative themes, Category fiction, Fiction: mashup, Military history, Second World War, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Sense of place
What to expect
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?
A heart-warming saga following the lives and loves of those who live on Blackberry Farm in the rural Cambridgeshire.
Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBride
Have you tried Rosie Clarke’s Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Mulberry Lane series – you’ll just love them!
What readers are saying about Blackberry Farm:
'Speechless. Why am I surprised at another great book , with unpredictable storylines from Rosie CLARKE. Just as good as the Harpers and Mulberry Lane Series' - Reader Review
'What a brilliant book, I couldn't put it down.'- Reader Review
'Just as good and Mulberry Lane. Thankful that I have another Rosie Clarke boxset to read. Equally as good and a page turner. Can't wait to read the next one.' - Reader Review
'Gripping. Once I started reading this I found it hard to put down.' - Reader Review
'A fantastic read and cannot wait for the next instalment about BlackBerry Farm.' - Reader Review
'5.0 out of 5 stars plenty of action and well drawn characters in this opening to a new series. I loved this opening book in a new historical saga series and was quickly interested in the different family members who are introduced' - Reader Review
'Another Rosie Clark Classic. Another great read , full of people whose lives intertwine , love ,loss heartbreak and strong wills .highly recommend it' - Reader Review
'Great read. I was born during WW2 and it brings back a lot of memories. Can't wait for the next book Rosie Clarke is a great writer.'- Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Rosie Clarke
- Narrator
- Claire Morgan
- Duration
- 10 hours 41 minutes
- Release Date
- 5 October 2022
- ISBN
- 9781804157237
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Generational sagas, Classic fiction, War, combat and military adventure fiction, Second World War fiction, Romance, Romance: wholesome, Historical romance, Romance in uniform, Family life fiction, Historical fiction, Fiction: narrative themes, Category fiction, Fiction: mashup, Military history, Second World War, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Sense of place
Synopsis
Dip and discover million-copy bestseller Rosie Clarke's lastest book in her 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?A heart-warming saga following the lives and loves of those who live on Blackberry Farm in the rural Cambridgeshire.Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBrideHave you tried Rosie Clarke’s Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Mulberry Lane series – you’ll just love them!What readers are saying about Blackberry Farm:'Speechless. Why am I surprised at another great book , with unpredictable storylines from Rosie CLARKE. Just as good as the Harpers and Mulberry Lane Series' - Reader Review'What a brilliant book, I couldn't put it down.'- Reader Review'Just as good and Mulberry Lane. Thankful that I have another Rosie Clarke boxset to read. Equally as good and a page turner. Can't wait to read the next one.' - Reader Review'Gripping. Once I started reading this I found it hard to put down.' - Reader Review'A fantastic read and cannot wait for the next instalment about BlackBerry Farm.' - Reader Review'5.0 out of 5 stars plenty of action and well drawn characters in this opening to a new series. I loved this opening book in a new historical saga series and was quickly interested in the different family members who are introduced' - Reader Review'Another Rosie Clark Classic. Another great read , full of people whose lives intertwine , love ,loss heartbreak and strong wills .highly recommend it' - Reader Review'Great read. I was born during WW2 and it brings back a lot of memories. Can't wait for the next book Rosie Clarke is a great writer.'- Reader Review
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