Bücher von Kate Hewitt

1904: Ellen Copley is still a child when she leaves behind the sooty rail yards of Glasgow, and crosses the Atlantic Ocean with a heart full of dreams. Yet within weeks of their arrival in America, her father has disappeared-leaving Ellen with resentful relatives, feeling alone and scared for her future.But then her kind Aunt Rose invites Ellen to stay with her large family, in their rambling house on beautiful Amherst Island, which nestles like a jewel in the blue waters of Lake Ontario.There Ellen finally begins to find the love and acceptance she has long been craving-both from Aunt Rose's boisterous family, and from the boys next door, Jed and Lucas Lyman. It's Jed she's drawn to... the one with the twinkling eyes, who teases her, and laughs with her, and soon steals her heart...But does Jed love her back? Because-even though Amherst Island feels like home-Ellen knows she can't stay there with a broken heart...This is the first book in the unmissable Amherst Island Trilogy that follows the life and love of Ellen Copley from the magic of Lake Ontario to the bloody battlefields of the First World War and beyond. Perfect for fans of The Oceans Between Us, The Orphan Sisters, and My Name is Eva.Previously published as Down Jasper Lane.Readers love Kate Hewitt:"Wow! I've read several books by this author but this one was different, the story really came to life and I just couldn't read it fast enough. This is by far the best she's ever written, boy I just cried and cried. I can't wait to read the next two books." Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars"So thrilling and gripping. It completely tugs at your heart strings!... It gave me all of the feels... I truly felt that the storytelling was brilliant. This is the kind of book that stays with you." Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

Germany, 1939: "Quickly, take this emerald. This was my late mother's gem, and it will keep you safe. And I promise, we will all meet again in Paris..." When Sophie Weiss boards the SS St Louis, she has no reason to stay in Germany. The Nazis have taken everything from her, and her only hope is escape. But when she meets fellow Jewish refugees Rosa, Hannah and Rachel on board, the friendship they form gives Sophie hope that there can be happiness in her future, after all.But their worst fears are realized when the boat is refused entry at a port they thought would be safe. Terrified of being sent back to Europe, the women cling together and desperately wait for news. At last, word reaches the ship that a friend of Sophie's father is willing to take her in - but there is only room for her.Quickly, Sophie unpicks the lining of her coat, revealing her late mother's emerald hidden in the lining. She hands a piece of the precious stone to each of her friends, and the women promise to meet in Paris when this nightmare is over.Watching the SS St Louis grow smaller on the horizon, Sophie's heart breaks. How can she embrace her freedom when those she loves face an unknown fate? And what can she do to help them? Gripping her emerald with a fierce determination, she fixes her eyes on the boat: I will find a way to help you, no matter what...This is the first book in the unmissable Emerald Sisters series that follows the incredible stories of four brave young women, as they each forge their futures against the backdrop of the Second World War. Perfect for fans of Roberta Kagan, Kristin Harmel and Kate Quinn.Readers are loving The Girl on the Boat: "Heartbreaking... Absolutely brilliant... Outstanding." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Unforgettable... will stay with you long after you've finished reading." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Amazing... Beautiful... I found myself not wanting the story to end... A tearjerker." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Hard to put down read!!... Amazing... I couldn't put the book down for a minute!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

As the snow begins to fall and the lights twinkle, Ellie realizes Christmas has finally come to the Inn on Bluebell Lane. But as she watches the guests arrive, she hopes this won't be her family's last winter in this magical place... It's been two years since Ellie and her family left their lives in America behind and moved to a small Welsh village to run her husband's family inn. Having fought to save it from disrepair, Ellie is shocked when her sister-in-law, Sarah, breaks the news that the inn is facing financial trouble and might have to close after Christmas, a thought that breaks all their hearts. Turning to her mother-in-law, Ellie sees tears sparkling in Gwen's eyes. But then Ellie has an idea: a celebratory Christmas week for guests and locals with all the festive trimmings - an unforgettable experience, and her family's last chance to save the inn. With Christmas drawing closer, the family are busier than ever. Gwen bakes enough mince pies to feed the whole country, while Ellie adds mistletoe to every room, and her husband Matthew turns the garden into a winter wonderland. But there are troubles ahead no one could expect. And as Bluebell Lane twinkles against the frost, Ellie marvels that the inn has never looked prettier. But will it be enough to save this beautiful place her family has grown to love? This totally unputdownable seasonal read is perfect for anyone who believes in the magic of Christmas. Packed with heart-warming festive cheer, and bursting with merrymaking, this novel is perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Robyn Carr and Elin Hildebrand. Praise for Kate Hewitt's novels: "Stunning and thought-provoking... I loved it... Outstanding." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A firecracker of a novel. I was absolutely unable to stop reading." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow. Just wow. What an emotional rollercoaster." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Brilliant... I had to finish this marvellous book in one sitting!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A heartbreaking story... Worth a complete five stars!" Tropical Girl Reads Books ¿¿¿¿¿

When the call finally comes, my life as I know it is over-my job as a teacher, my marriage, my family are all gone. In a heartbeat, I've lost everything that ever mattered to me. All because of one secret, and what someone thinks she saw... As I sit in the school's office, listening to the accusations being made against me, I wonder how I got here. As they discuss what they think I did, words begin to jumble in my mind: "a video," "blurred figures..." I don't know how to explain that they've got it all wrong. Instead, I think back over the last few months and try to pinpoint the exact moment when I allowed a secret to ruin my life. I squeeze my eyes shut. I've been so stupid, I can see that now. Because I know who told them I did this. But it's just not true, I would never cross that line. So why would she do this to me, after all we've been through? What possible reason could she have to shatter my life into a million pieces? When I open my eyes, my colleagues are staring at me, waiting for answers. I take a deep breath. It's time to tell them what really happened. It's time to tell them the truth. An emotionally gripping and totally unputdownable story about the complexities of love, female friendship and betrayal. This page-turning read will stay with you long after the final page, and is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Susan Lewis. Praise for Kate Hewitt's novels: "THE book of the year!... I don't think I have ever cried as much... heart-breaking and unputdownable... To say this story is a five-star read is an understatement. There are not enough stars in the world to show how much this book has touched me." Sinfully Wicked Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "The complexities of the situation are written in a truly beautiful, insightful way... It was real, and brutal, and heartbreaking, but it was honest, which made it all the most devastating to read." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Holy heck!!! Kate Hewitt brought her A-game with this must read... I was completely entranced... There were so many well-timed twists and turns and just when I thought I couldn't be surprised anymore, there was another bomb waiting to drop!!... A complete 5 star novel that will most certainly "wow" you!" Steph and Chris' Book Review ¿¿¿¿¿

As Ellie looked at the inn, with its white walls and purple flowers, she couldn't believe this was her new home. It looked like an idyllic image from a postcard, but would her life here be as picture-perfect? When Ellie and her family move to a tiny village in rural Wales, it's meant to be a new beginning for all of them. They have decided to take over her husband's family inn, leaving behind their old life and troubles in America. But soon after they arrive, Ellie realizes everything is in a far worse state than she'd ever imagined. And as her husband, Matthew, begins to tackle the renovations, it's clear that Matthew's mother, Gwen, has very firm ideas about what can and cannot be changed. And although Ellie tries, she finds it's not easy to form a closeness with her prickly mother-in-law, especially now they're living under the same roof. As the children struggle to settle into rural life, Ellie's eldest child, Jessica, makes it clear her parents have made a terrible mistake, and Ellie soon wonders if she's in over her head. Her reality feels a million miles away from the idyllic rural bliss she had hoped to create for her family. When disaster strikes, Ellie is left wondering why she ever brought her family to this place. But even as things go from bad to worse, she feels sure that the Inn on Bluebell Lane needs her family to restore its fortunes, and that perhaps her family need this magical place to bring them all back together once more... A gorgeous, escapist story that will leave you imagining the scent of bluebells on every page. Perfect for fans of heart-warming family dramas by Debbie Macomber and Erica James. Praise for Kate Hewitt's novels: "Stunning and thought-provoking... I loved it... Outstanding." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A firecracker of a novel. I was absolutely unable to stop reading." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow. Just wow. What an emotional rollercoaster." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Brilliant... I had to finish this marvellous book in one sitting!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"A heartbreaking story... Worth a complete five stars!" Tropical Girl Reads Books ¿¿¿¿¿

If these children could heal, shouldn't Rosie be able to as well? What made her grief so strong that it kept her from trying again, from learning to live, to really live, and to love once more? 1945, England: When Rosie Lyman travels to the Lake District as a volunteer to help children rescued from the horror of the concentration camps after the Second World War, she hopes that by caring for the young orphans, she can distract herself from the loss of the man she loves and her beloved daughter. From the moment the children arrive, Rosie is rushed off her feet as she welcomes the new arrivals. But when she notices one particularly quiet girl, who has isolated herself from the other children, Rosie senses a wealth of sadness inside Frieda similar to her own and becomes determined to help her. As she struggles to connect with the young girl, Rosie meets one of the adults traveling with the children, Leon Rosenblat. And although they don't always see eye to eye, as they begin to care for the orphans, Rosie senses a warmth within him, and soon finds herself thinking about his kind smile, dark hair and glittering brown eyes... But as time passes, Rosie finds her own grief harder to contain. And as she watches Frieda and the other children begin to heal, she realises she must face her own heartbreak and loss. Is Rosie brave enough to share her story? And, if she is, will she finally be able to trust her heart once more? The sixth novel in the unmissable page-turning Amherst Island series, set after the Second World War in England, this unputdownable and truly gripping read is perfect for fans of The Orphan Sisters and My Name is Eva. Readers are loving The Last Orphan: "Unmissable... Page-turning... It was a case of 'just one more chapter' every night." Goodreads reviewer "I have read the whole series and have enjoyed each book immensely, but this one is my absolute favourite!... Beautiful... Heart-wrenching... Thought-provoking and inspirational." Christian Novel Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "A powerful story... I re-read it multiple times." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Beautiful... Definitely worth the read!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "This is a series that just keeps giving... Heartbreaking." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "A lovely moving book... I really enjoyed this book from start to finish." Wowhats Blog ¿¿¿¿¿ "A story of heartbreak and loss... Heartbreaking."

Rosie realised she loved the man standing before her. She wanted to spend the rest of her life with him. And if he were to fall in France, heaven help them both, she knew she would not regret one last night with him... 1941, Canada: When Rosie Lyman and her cousin Violet join the Canadian Women's Army Corps, Rosie is uncertain about leaving her life in Ontario behind and entering a new and challenging world of duty and service. From the moment Rosie signs up, the intensity of the work pushes all thoughts of home from her mind. And when she is selected for officer training and a placement overseas in London, Rosie finds herself swept up into an exciting world of classified postings she could never have imagined... When she meets handsome Lieutenant Thomas Crewe, with sparkling blue eyes and a smile like a movie star, Rosie soon finds herself falling in love for the very first time. With precious moments together restricted to weekends on leave, the pair try to steal as much time together as they can. But when Rosie hears that Thomas's division is flying in the D-Day invasion, she feels like her heart might break. Will he survive the battle? And can she find the strength within herself to go on if he doesn't? The fifth novel in the page-turning Amherst Island series, set during the Second World War in Canada and England, this gripping and truly unmissable read is perfect for fans of The Orphan Sisters and My Name is Eva. Readers love Kate Hewitt's Amherst Island series: "An incredible book... I didn't want to stop reading... I fell in love with the island and everyone there. It's been ages since a book spoke to me as much... It reminds me of the Anne of Green Gables books... or Little House on the Prairie. I cried like a baby several times... One of the best stories I have read." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Simply amazing... Hewitt paints such a vivid picture... I found myself reading it slowly so I could savor everything... I didn't want the story to end... If you love a sweeping historical fiction story with a character you can't help but love, then you definitely will want to start this wonderfully amazing series." Sinfully Wicked Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "Phenomenal... The descriptions of the landscape and the island are so real... This inspirational historical fiction is a must read." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "A tearjerker! The storytelling is wonderful and draws you in. I cried buckets!" Karen_loves_reading ¿¿¿¿¿

As mothers we never dare to delve into our worst-nightmare scenarios. What if... we might murmur to each other, and then shake our heads, telling ourselves it'll never happen to us if we're just good enough mothers. Yet here we are. And the steady beep of the heart monitor is the only evidence the child in front of us is alive...It's Labor Day weekend, so of course we went to the beach. Like we do every year. For a barbecue picnic with my best friend Rose. It's the perfect tradition-drinks, games, burgers, music, laughter. Together with our husbands, my two teenage sons and her two daughters, we all arrived as the sun was still shimmering over the water, the whole evening ahead of us.But nothing goes to plan. Old secrets emerge, tempers flare. And so we parents decide to leave the beach, telling the teenagers to enjoy themselves, reassuring them someone will be back to collect them in an hour or two.But when I return a little while later, I know something is really wrong. Our teens are slurring their words, stumbling to the car. It's clear they have been drinking and I'm shocked. I never expected our kids to behave this way. I'm bracing myself to have firm words with them in the morning, but the next day my concerns fade to nothing, when seventeen-year-old Bella claims my son Finn assaulted her.Finn insists he would never do that. And I so want to believe him. Because I brought my son up right. Because a mother would know, wouldn't she?What I don't know is that the answer to what happened that night on the beach may be a matter of life and death for one of our beloved children...An absolutely heartbreaking story about friendship, parenting and betrayal. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes and Susan Lewis.Readers are loving That Night at the Beach: "Totally addictive... will keep you racing through the pages all night long." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Brilliant... I had to finish this marvellous book in one sitting!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Heartbreaking... very hard to put down without reading in one sobbing gulp... Amazing." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Perfectly crafted to keep me wanting more... engrossing, spine-tingling read!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow! I did not guess the ending... a page-turner... A cannot put down book." Netgalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

"You love your father with all your heart. But what if he's not who you think he is? What if he's kept an unforgiveable secret from you his whole life? Libby Trent believes she knows the difference between right and wrong. But everything changes when she finds out about a man named Hans Brenner, a Nazi who escaped Germany after the Second World War. A war criminal who has lived his whole life in hiding. Because the man suspected of being Hans Brenner is Libby's own beloved father. The sweetest, gentlest man she knows. Who raised her alone, who lives in her family home. Who cares for and watches over Libby's own children. When Libby finds a secret box in her father's bedroom, she knows it might contain evidence. But does she dare open it, if it could prove her father guilty of the most heinous crimes in history? Because if she finds evidence, she won't just have to choose between right and wrong, she'll have to choose whether to betray her own father..."--Back cover.

I remember the moment I handed her to Suzanne, wrapped in a soft pink blanket. I'd wept while I'd put it around her and she'd blinked up at me with her big blue eyes. The moment she left my arms I wanted to cry out. Suzanne had tears in her eyes as she took hold of my daughter. "Thank you," she whispered.It's a warm early summer's evening when Mia's doorbell rings unexpectedly. She opens the door to see the silhouette of a teenage girl standing in the shadow beyond the porch light-and in an instant she realises who it is. Daisy, the daughter she gave up as a baby. Daisy steps forward, trembling as she says "I'm sorry I didn't call first. But something happened. And I really needed... you."Seventeen years before, knowing she couldn't possibly give her beautiful little girl Daisy the future she deserved, Mia made the hardest decision of her life-to give her up. And Suzanne seemed the perfect adoptive mother: calm, stable, and full of love for the daughter she'd always dreamed of having.The two mothers promised to keep communication open, so Daisy could have Mia's love and support along with Suzanne's. But as the years passed, those visits happened less and less, and now Daisy seems almost like a stranger to Mia.But she has arrived on Mia's doorstep, and she says she has a terrible secret. And she believes the only person who can help her is Mia. Her birth mother.Mia, however, has secrets of her own. Ones she is afraid to let Daisy or anyone else know. And while Suzanne desperately seeks a way back to her estranged child, can Mia overcome her past to help the girl they both call their daughter in her darkest hour?Totally gripping emotional women's fiction from the author guaranteed to make readers cry. Kate Hewitt's story will grab you by the heartstrings and never let you go. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Diane Chamberlain and Jojo Moyes.Readers love Kate Hewitt: "This book had me crying so badly. It broke my heart, never has any book been able to just wipe me out with such gut-wrenching sadness. A book of love, loss, and loyalty... BEAUTIFULLY DONE." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Warning, you will need a box of tissues by your side to get through this book!!!!! I loved, loved, loved this book. It was a real tear-jerker. Question was when was I ever going to stop crying? My husband even asked me if something terrible had happened and I had to explain it was just my book... Awesome." Blue Moon Blogger ¿¿¿¿¿"Not only broke my heart but shattered it... When the tears [came] though, they didn't stop. It is such an emotionally charged novel... An absolute tear-jerker of a read for which I highly recommend having a box of tissues." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"I'm not someone who cries easily but... [I] thought this book might just break me into tiny pieces. This is an incredibly moving, powerful and heart-breaking story about motherhood, love and loss." Novel Deelights ¿¿¿¿¿ "I loved this story and the storytelling so much... I identified with both mothers as their trauma increased in intensity... A novel you must not miss... Excellent in every way." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

"I love you. Of course I do. But we haven't any choice in the matter, do we? If our little boy's health, even his survival, is at stake, we have to do whatever it takes." 1928, New York City: Ellen and Lucas Lyman have made a heart-wrenching decision to leave their beloved Amherst Island behind in search of a new life. The island was once the home of their hearts: where they had met as children, become friends, and over time found love. But New York City was calling, and it was everything they'd hoped for and more. With Lucas making money on the stock market, and Ellen finding fulfilment as a mother, at first they are happy raising their family, together, in the most exciting city in the world. Until their beloved son Jamie becomes perilously ill, and Ellen is given an impossible choice. With Lucas unable to leave his job, it is down to her to take Jamie to a place he might recover even if it means making the journey across America without him. Ellen knows what she must do. What every mother would do to save their child. Even if it takes her further away from the man she loves - and every place she has called home - than ever before. This is the fourth novel in the unmissable Amherst Island series that follows the life and love of a once-orphan girl called Ellen. Set in 1920s New York, California and Canada, it's an unmissable read, perfect for fans of The Oceans Between Us, The Orphan Sisters, and My Name is Eva. Readers love Kate Hewitt:"An emotionally charged story right from the first chapter... I knew once I started I would not be able to put this book down... I was up till 4AM reading fighting for my eyes to stay open... Gripping and captivating!" Sinfully Wicked Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿ "A gripping and exceptional inspiring story that had me in floods... Kate Hewitt has created a powerful story that is historically accurate. It left me stepping away thinking wow!" Chells and Books ¿¿¿¿¿ "I was utterly engrossed from the start... so haunting and raw, it hits you deep into your very core... A heartbreaking and yet powerful novel... utterly amazing... I devoured it and felt so upset when I finished it... I cannot praise it enough." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

I look at my daughter. My darling girl. I remember her tiny hand in mine, her first smile. I recall her tears when she'd tumble over, healed instantly with a band-aid and a little kiss. I have to keep her safe. Even if it means someone else gets hurt... In the pretty, privileged college town of Milford, New Hampshire, everyone is friendly, everything is safe. And on this cold autumn day, as red and yellow leaves begin to fall from the trees, and everyone wraps up for the first time, it would be easy to believe nothing bad could ever happen here. Until a screech of tires is heard, a thud, a child's scream. The crash that sees Jenna's six-year-old daughter Amy Rose being hit by a car driven by seventeen-year-old Maddie. Maddie's mother, Ellen-a college professor with a warm, approachable reputation-insists it must have been an accident. Her daughter is always safe on the road-and she's vulnerable herself. But as Amy Rose lies unconscious in hospital, the town begins to take sides. With Ellen, who just wants to defend her daughter. Or with Jenna, a single mother with a past, whose child hovers between life and death... The truth is that both mothers have secrets they're trying to keep. And, with Amy Rose's life hanging in the balance, one of them will stop at nothing to protect the person she loves-her daughter. An incredible, powerfully emotional and heartbreaking read, with a dilemma that will make everyone wonder what they would do, in either mother's shoes. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes and Diane Chamberlain. Readers are loving My Daughter's Mistake:"Warning, you will need a box of tissues by your side to get through this book!!!!! I loved, loved, loved this book. It was a real tear jerker. Question was when was I ever going to stop crying? My husband even asked me if something terrible had happened and I had to explain it was just my book... Awesome." Blue Moon Blogger ¿¿¿¿¿ "Wow... I couldn't stop reading from the beginning until the end... A brilliantly addictive read... If I could give it ten stars I would... Brilliant." NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Had me crying bucket loads... Don't forget your tissues... Totally gripping." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "I loved this story and the storytelling so much... A novel you must not miss. It is a 5* hit... Excellent in every way." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Amazing... Managed to make me cry and feel incredibly uplifted both at the same time!... Such a wonderful book... Beautiful... I loved it." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Heartbreaking... An emotional book... Do have the tissues nearby." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "I loved this story and the storytelling so much... I identified with both mothers as their trauma increased in intensity... A novel you must not miss. It is a 5* hit, enjoyable, tense and fast paced... I recommend this story as excellent in every way." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "This book was filled to the rafters with emotions. Better be warned! You might have to stock up on tissues." B for Bookreview ¿¿¿¿¿

What would her life look like without her beloved island in it? Where would she go? Ellen had come back here-to the place she felt she belonged-thinking she would stay here. But was it home... or just a place to hide?1918, Canada: The First World War is over and those who have been fighting in Europe are heading for home, forever changed. Amongst the lost, the damaged and the broken, is former nurse Ellen Copley; who finds herself returning-not to her house in Glasgow, but to her childhood home on Amherst Island.There, she feels sure, in the warm embrace of the McCafferty family, with her beloved Aunt Rose and her cousins, she will feel safe and loved. She will be able to escape the ghosts of the past and her loss, and find peace.But the island is a changed place too. The war has affected life the world over, and Aunt Rose is struggling to keep their small farmstead going. The family's only hope is asking their neighbours, the Lymans, to help. But Jed Lyman is a broken man, both physically and emotionally, and his once-adoring brother Lucas is now more distant than ever.And as Ellen fights to save the farm, she has to ask: what makes somewhere a home? And-when help comes from an unexpected place-she wonders, has the man she's destined to love been waiting for her out there all along?Readers love Kate Hewitt:"So thrilling and gripping. It completely tugs at your heart strings!... It gave me all of the feels... I truly felt that the storytelling was brilliant. This is the kind of book that stays with you." Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars"Fantastic... The vivid historical details instantly transport the reader back in time. I was thoroughly captivated right from the start and couldn't put it down until I was done." Be My Book Boyfriend, 5 stars

"Henry McAvoy leaned forward. "I have been looking for an artist just like you-a diamond in the rough, so to speak. And really, Miss Copley," he said gently, "what do you have to lose?"1911, Amherst Island, Canada: When a chance encounter takes Ellen Copley away from the beautiful island she has called home since she was orphaned as a child-she believes it is the new start she has been waiting for.She settles into an exciting, creative new life in Glasgow, feeling like she's finally finding her independence. And even though she left a part of her heart back on the island, she's flattered by the attentions of her handsome, charming benefactor, Henry McAvoy.But tragedy strikes their fledgling relationship, and soon after war looms over Europe. Emboldened by all she has loved and lost, Ellen leaves Scotland to become a nurse on the front line. And, as she finds herself having to choose between love and duty, desire and bravery, her courage is tested as never before.The war rages on-and familiar faces appear on the front line, including her childhood sweetheart Jed Lyman and his brother Lucas. Coming face-to-face with her past, Ellen will learn what she is made of. But can she finally decide where her heart truly belongs?This is the second book in the unmissable Amherst Island Trilogy that follows the life and love of Ellen Copley from the magic of Lake Ontario to the bloody battlefields of the First World War and beyond. Perfect for fans of The Oceans Between Us, The Orphan Sisters, and My Name is Eva.Previously published as On Renfrew Street.Readers love Kate Hewitt:"Engrossing... The story is gripping and absorbing and the characters' triumph against the odds will make readers leave emotionally fulfilled... Kate Hewitt imbues her narrative with evocative period and atmospheric detail. This historical romance is another breath-taking example of author Kate Hewitt's outstanding storytelling prowess." Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

';If you only read one book this year, please make it this one. I cannot express how much I loved reading this book.' Goodreads Reviewer ';I love you.' He looked into her eyes. ';But there's something you need to knowabout who I really am.' London, 1944:When Lily finds meets American GI Matthew, she's mesmerised by him. She knows his mission will take him into battle, and that their love barely stands a chance. But she wants to listen to her heart. How can she though, when she discovers Matthew is not the man he claims to be? That he is harbouring a secret that could change not just her life, but the lives of many others Present day, USA:Abby has done everything she can to keep her life quiet, unassuming and safe. Living on an apple farm in rural Wisconsin, nothing can shake her stability. Until a mysterious stranger arriveswith a Purple Heart he insists belongs to her grandfather. A medal that his own grandmother had kept for decades. But how did she end up with Abby's grandfather's medal? And what secrets and lies will be uncovered when they find out the truth about the past? A heartbreakingly powerful, epic love story about courage, true love and broken trusts, Into the Darkest Day is an unforgettable story perfect for fans of Nora Roberts, Kristin Hannah and The Notebook. Readers are loving Into the Darkest Day:';A gripping and exceptional inspiring story that had me in floods Kate Hewitt has created a powerful story that is historically accurate. It left me stepping away thinking wow! I have read many WW2 stories but this is something else. A must read for all who love an emotional WW2 read.' Chells and Books ';An emotionally charged story right from the first chapter I knew once I started I would not be able to put this book down I was up till 4AM reading fighting for my eyes to stay open Gripping and captivating!' Sinfully Wicked Book Reviews ';Epic in every sense of the word, this book is one of the finest examples of historical fiction I have read.' Fireflies and Free Kicks ';A beautiful story that's filled with a poignancy that makes your heart hurt I loved every single breathtaking word of it!' Cal Turner Reviews ';An amazing story This is a book to savour, and one that I found myself constantly thinking about, long after I put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer ';History came alive in this book [It] will tightly clasp hold the heart of the reader All together totally unforgettable.' Goodreads Reviewer ';The WW2 descriptions and stories were out of this world A page-turner

It hit me, the reality of it, in a way it hadn't before like a sledgehammer straight to the chest. Laura was gone. She was never coming back. I'd never see her again; she'd never hum in the kitchen, she'd never pull Ruby onto her lap and tickle her tummy as she buried her face in the sweet curve of our daughter's shoulder. Nathan West loved his wife Laura with all his heart. But now she's gone, taken from him in a seemingly random act of violence. Laura was the glue that held their family together. And for Nathan, life without her feels almost meaningless. As he tries to find hope in the darkness, his three young daughters express their grief in different and challenging wayswith one set on a path of self-destruction that could devastate their family all over again. Desperate to understand his own heartbreak better, he reaches out to others who had known Laura. Including her new friend Maria, whose light and warmth are exactly what their grieving family needs, and who is soon helping out and providing emotional support for them all. But the picture Maria paints of Laura is unfamiliar to Nathanof a wife who felt ignored, a mother who felt she couldn't do enoughand he struggles to reconcile it with his own memories of the woman he loved. Is it possible he didn't know his wife after all? And can he trust Maria? He can't escape the feeling that she's keeping something from him. Maria is hiding a secret with the power to rock Nathan's family to its core. Because it is about what happened the day that Laura died An insightful and powerful novel guaranteed to break your heart, about how the unthinkable can sometimes help us see the world in a powerful new way. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Diane Chamberlain, and Susan Lewis. Readers are loving No Time To Say Goodbye:';All the feels A beautiful storya heartbreaking, breathless read that will leave you running for more tissues time and again My reaction to the ending was visceral; it was both vivid and shocking. Absolutely brilliant. Powerful story that will haunt you. A must read. 5+ stars.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ';A book has never had me cry so much through heartbreak and devastation. This author nailed it without a doubt.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars ';If ever there was a story that reminds you how life can change in an instant, this is it heart breaking and tender, it also offers up hope A story that touched my heart and soul and makes me want to hug my loved ones that little bit tighter.' By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars ';Heartbreakingly sad It's a story of death, war and crime. However, this is also a story of family, love, and hope. The emotions ran the gamut with this one... sadness, grief, anger and hope. It's a story that will stay with you.' Goodreads reviewer ';The storytelling was exquisite, full of understanding and empathy..

'My arms ache with the need to reach and hold my precious child, and then to never let go. But I can't. I know I can't.'¿Heather is devastated. There's no way she can keep her baby. She can barely pay the bills as it is. But when she meets Grace, a wealthy, single career woman, who wants a baby more than anything, Heather believes she has found the perfect adoptive mother.As Grace and Heather's lives become entwined, they are tested to breaking point, though neither can deny the other's love for the child. But just when they think they are learning how to live with each other, they receive devastating news that turns their fragile world upside down.Will either mother know what is the right thing to do for the child they both love? ¿An absolutely gripping, emotional drama with a tear-jerking twist. If you love Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer or Diane Chamberlain, this will warm your heart, make you cry, and stay with you forever. What readers are saying about A Mother's Goodbye'This is an absolutely stunning novel… The story is told with empathy and compassion and I literally couldn't put the book down… I found the story incredibly moving and shed tears on several occasions… I thought it was powerful, honest and an excellent, unmissable read… I am so happy that I have at last discovered this incredibly talented author' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A very moving read. I really felt for Heather. I just couldn't put it down… loved the story and the characters. This was very well written… even brought tears to my eyes' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A Mother's Goodbye is a riveting story. It is indeed very touching. I thought the story was already pulling at my heartstrings, but then there was a twist, one so tragic, that I read much of the story with a lump in my throat.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What a powerful and gut-wrenching story about making hard choices and then living with the results. And when you finally get the chance to have what you thought you wanted, another decision to be made: is this what is really for the best? This book brought me to tears!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The USA Today bestselling author presents a heartfelt novel about two sisters struggling toward new lives and loves.Welcome to Hartley-by-the-Sea in England's beautiful Lake District, where two sisters who meet as strangers find small miracles tucked into the corners of every day....When Lucy Bagshaw's life in Boston falls apart, thanks to a scathing editorial written by her famous artist mother, she accepts her half sister Juliet's invitation to stay with her in a charming seaside village in northern England. Lucy is expecting quaint cottages and cream teas, but instead finds that her sister is an aloof host, the weather is wet, windy, and cold, and her new boss, Alex Kincaid, is a disapproving widower who only hired her as a favor to Juliet.Despite the invitation she offered, Juliet is startled by the way Lucy catapults into her orderly life. As Juliet faces her own struggles with both her distant mother and her desire for a child, her sister's irrepressible optimism begins to take hold. With the help of quirky villagers, these hesitant rainy day sisters begin to forge a new understanding...and find in each other the love of family that makes all the difference.Includes a Preview of Kate Hewitt's Next Novel