The Broken Vow: Utterly gripping and emotional historical fiction (The Fitznortons Book 2)

Marriage was what Charlotte had been brought up to. After all, it provided a happy ending for all the heroines in the novels she sometimes read. So it would be for her… right? 1915. Born into luxury, Charlotte Fitznorton has always known a life filled with lavish parties and a line of suitors, all part of a future neatly laid out for her by her father, Sir Lucien. She is to marry well and continue the line at Plas Norton, the family seat. When Eustace Chadwycke – son of a viscount – proposes just before leaving to fight in France, it seems Charlotte’s destiny is perfectly falling into place. Then, tragedy strikes. Her father dies unexpectedly, and her future hangs in the balance – threatened by her hated stepmother Rosamund's surprise pregnancy. News of Eustace, returning from the war broken by its horrors, leaves Charlotte fearing her engagement may be as fragile as her inheritance. Determined to at least save her impending marriage, Charlotte pours her energy into turning Plas Norton into a healing place for Eustace and other war-weary soldiers. But small-minded townspeople, a bossy head nurse, and her newborn baby sister's arrival push Charlotte to her limits. Just as hope is slipping through her fingers, a mysterious stranger arrives at Plas Norton. This newcomer holds the power to upend everything Charlotte has fought to preserve. Will she have the strength to protect her legacy, or could this unexpected visitor awaken a desire in Charlotte for a different life altogether? A beautiful and heartbreaking historical novel, if you loved anything by Fiona Valpy or Lucinda Riley, this book is for you. What readers are saying about The Broken Vow: "What an absorbing and inspiring novel… The Broken Vow latched on to my heart from page one and squeezed out every emotion imaginable with its incredible character developments, fast-paced drama and nail-biting plot. The setting, of course, was unforgettable, too… Once I started The Broken Vow, I could not put it down… An absolute must read for 2024!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This book is a real page-turner with vivid characters and a well-balanced plot… I was gripped by the change in Charlotte’s character as she moves from the spoiled naïve heiress into a caring, knowledgeable young woman... The book is a highly recommended five-star triumph." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Broken Vow is a beautiful, well-written historical novel featuring strong female characters who break the mold of what society, at that time, expected from them… The character development of Charlotte throughout the story was impressive and very enjoyable." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I loved this!... Even though this is a standalone novel. Charlotte is a complex figure and I liked the way her character developed across the two books. The Broken Vow is beautifully written." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A story with pain, war, and grief, but it told me so much more. It told of forgiveness and bravery. It told of love and redemption. It was a well-written and powerful story from start to finish.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A deceased father...missing love...pregnant stepmother. The main character in this story has her hands full. She rises to the occasion. From page one, I was enthralled...wondering what would happen next and how the story would end. This would make an intriguing movie. I look forward to more books by this talented author.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The main character, Charlotte Fitznorton, undergoes a major transformation from the beginning to the end of the book! A transformation for the much better. I loved it! I couldn't stop reading!" Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more