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The Secrets of Saffron Hall

By: Clare Marchant
Narrated by: Hattie Ladbury
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Two women. Five centuries apart.
One life-changing secret about to be unearthed…

1538
New bride Eleanor impresses her husband by growing saffron, a spice more valuable than gold. His reputation in Henry VIII’s court soars – but fame and fortune come at a price, for the king’s favour will not last forever…

2019
When Amber discovers an ancient book in her grandfather’s home at Saffron Hall, the contents reveal a dark secret from the past. As she investigates, so unravels a forgotten tragic story and a truth that lies much closer to home than she could have imagined…

An enchanting historical novel about love and hope in dangerous times, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.

‘Emotional and intense, this is a page-turning story of secrets that echo through time’ Rachel Hore, author of The Love Child

‘A rich and vivid historical story, this is one of those rare books that is totally engrossing. I loved it’ Nicola Cornick, author of The Forgotten Sister

‘The past and present is skilfully entwined in this captivating and emotional debut’ Heidi Swain, author of The Secret Seaside Escape

‘Emotive, immersive and compelling, a beautiful story that captures the heart’ Liz Fenwick, author of The Path to the Sea

‘This pulled me in and didn’t let me go: a page-turner with such historical depth and tender touch that it enchanted my heart. I adored it.’ Laura Jane Williams, author of Our Stop

‘Intriguing and fascinating, a real insight into a turbulent time in England’s history’ Kathleen McGurl, author of The Secret of the Chateau

‘An intensely gripping, emotional read, that kept me turning the pages until the early hours of the morning. An atmospheric story sure to please all fans of timeslip novels!’ Christina Courtenay, author of Echoes of the Runes

‘A beautifully written story which pulls you in and whisks you away to another time.’ Rosie Hendry, author of the East End Angels series

©2020 Clare Marchant (P)2020 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Medieval Renaissance Romance Tear-jerking Tudor

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My book of the year

This book held me spellbound throughout its length. Both past and present were equally captivating and beautifully balanced. Superb narration too.

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exciting

had to finish the book could not put it down the past and the now is there a follow on to this

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loved it. couldn't wait to finish!

the story was great, loved the dual timeline and the reason the two characters were similar.

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Superb story

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Loved this story with a little bit of histry added

Narrated beautifully. I loved the changes in time and the love story in both eras.

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Brilliant

By far the best audiobook I’ve had in ages. There were no boring parts. I got through it way to quickly.

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Beautifully read, wonderful historical fiction

Beautiful. Read wonderfully. I loved the linked stories of Eleanor and Amber both who struggled with loss 500 years apart.

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Very good book, pls persevere past the slow start

Excellently written, historic with characters that really existed, interesting story with a mystery to be solved. Very talented narrator. Treat yourself to this audiobook. :)

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Loved this book

I loved this book. A teeny tiny bit slow to start but it was a great story. I wish it had been longer !!!

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