Tom and his men think that, after taking Walcheren and securing Antwerp, they will be due a leave. When three of them are sent to train other soldiers they think that it will be an easy assignment. Their break from war is rudely interrupted when Adolf Hitler launches Unternehmen Wacht am Rhein ("Operation Watch on the Rhine"), they are thrown back into the maelstrom of war. They are caught up in the retreat of the cavalry from St. Vith and they, and their American allies have to fight to defend every inch of the snow covered forests of the Ardennes. It will be a test of all their skills as they face the new German tanks, the King Tiger and the Jagdpanther. The fast moving novel reflects the actual events of December 1944.
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'Gorgeous, touching story, wonderful heroine, and I'm totally smitten with the hero.' - Cressida McLaughlin, bestselling author of The Canal Boat Cafe Fall in love with Rachel Burton's stunning debut novel, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Adele Parks and Sheila O'Flanagan What if your life was built on lies? Julia Simmonds had never been bothered about not knowing who her father was. Having temperamental supermodel, Philadelphia Simmonds, as a mother was more than enough. Until she discovers she's the secret love-child of the late, great artist Bruce Baldwin, and her life changes forever. Uncovering the secrets of a man she never knew, Julia discovers that Bruce had written her one letter, every year until her eighteenth birthday, urging his daughter to learn from his mistakes. Julia begins to dig deeper into the mysterious past of her parents, opening up a history she'd never have imagined, but as she discovers the truth she needs to decide if she is willing to forgive and... Views: 7
The second brilliant book in the Jack Beechwhistle series.The world's a dangerous place. Luckily, Jack Beechwhistle is around to protect it. He might look like an ordinary boy, but really he's a junior secret agent. He's tackled all sorts of missions - exploding conkers, zombie sweet-shop owners, and man-eating giant slugs - with a bit of help from his best friends and sidekicks, Colin and Harry (as long as it's not past their bedtime).Then Jack notices something strange and suspicious about the hairdresser in town, Valentino. Every time Valentino cuts someone's hair, he sweeps the hairs up and collects them in a big plastic bag. But what is he using them for?Everything points to Valentino being an evil enemy agent! And Jack Beechwhistle's on the case . . . Views: 7
Never let go, never give up . . . The tragedy of the Civil War had forced Lauralee Johnston into an orphanage, and years passed before she found her beloved father and heeded his dying wish. But for sheltered Lauralee, placing her trust in a Cherokee brave was almost too much to ask. Unfamiliar with Cherokee customs and especially Joe Dancing Cloud's powerful, exotic presence, she gradually learned to trust in his gentle strength, especially when it came to navigating the passion they shared. But once they crossed over into each other's hearts, the world around them turned against their love. Against fear and prejudice, the two lovers will have to fight for their destiny . . . Praise for Cassie Edwards"A sensitive storyteller who always touches readers' hearts." —RT Book Reviews"Cassie Edwards captivates with white hot adventure and romance." —Karen Harper"Edwards moves readers with love and... Views: 7
