Her Forgotten Promise, Corin Burnside
Her Forgotten Promise, Corin Burnside
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Her Forgotten Promise

Author: Corin Burnside

Narrator: Peta Cornish

Unabridged: 11 hr 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HQ Digital

Published: 07/21/2023


Synopsis

‘A story of love, loss, sacrifice and bravery. After this stunning debut, I can't wait to see what Corin writes next!’ Kathleen McGurl, author of A wartime secret. A journey to uncover the truth. Claire has always had a special bond with her aunt Margaret, but she’s astonished when Margaret suddenly begins talking about a friend called Agnes, who Margaret met working as a WAAF in World War 2 – a past Claire had no idea about. Margaret and Agnes were best friends until Agnes started acting strangely, becoming secretive and distant. Then one morning, Agnes vanished and never returned home, leaving Margaret distraught. Claire promises to delve back into the past and help discover what happened to Agnes. But Margaret’s memory is rapidly deteriorating, and apart from an old photograph of the two women, Agnes seems to have disappeared into thin air. Can Claire uncover Agnes’ story before it’s too late? An utterly heart-wrenching and unputdownable novel about love, loss and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Lorna Cook and Kathryn Hughes. ‘, with characters that will pull your heartstrings and an intriguing mystery that made me rush through the chapters.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A … Loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was … I hugely recommend this debut!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘… The characters were really believable and I found it easy to picture the story in my head.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I feel like I have lost a group of friends after finishing this book… .’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A well written and .’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Readers LOVE !

Reviews

Goodreads review by Teresa on September 04, 2023

Oh wow! What a wonderfully emotional and enthralling book. It's a dual timeline which I love. Margaret and Agnes meet in the WAAF. Agnes is half French and has been living in France with her family but they come to England when Paris is invaded. She and Margaret hit it off straight away and progress......more

Goodreads review by Rachelle on August 24, 2023

Disappointed The synopsis of this book led the reader to believe it was a story of WWII and it was. It was also a love story. A homosexual love story. I feel that I was misled, and would not have purchased the book if I had known. This is not the type of literature I enjoy. I believe the story line......more

Goodreads review by Chloe on October 05, 2023

Her Forgotten Promise is the debut novel from author Corin Burnside. It is a beautiful story of love and loss which is as heartbreaking as it is heartwarming. Our story is told through a dual-timeline narrative, moving between 2014 and the 1940s, as Claire tries to uncover the mystery of where Agnes......more

Goodreads review by gail steele on July 23, 2023

A lovely emotional story of love and insight to the turmoil of time during war , making brave decisions and perceiving, Endearing and interesting characters taking a journey to amazing locations in France , Gripping from the start ! A few tears on the way too, Can’t wait for another Corin Burnside s......more

Goodreads review by Amylynn on August 27, 2023

wow I came across this by accident. I’m glad I did this book had me up all night. I read it in one day. I wanted Maggie and Celeste to be together so bad. DAG I cried at the end. Very good book but have your tissue ready......more


Quotes

Praise for Corin Burnside ‘ – a tragic love story, thrilling wartime adventures, a very brave heroine, icy cold danger, a beautiful setting, and a dashing love interest.!’ Kerry Barrett ‘A heart-rending story of courage, sacrifice and a love that endures even when all hope has gone. !’ Anita Frank ‘ and the missed opportunities that return to haunt us no matter how hard we try to forget.’ Sarah Smith ‘ and very much look forward to more from this talented author.’ Kate Galley ‘ and will remain with you long after you turn the final page.’ Rebecca Kelly ‘A story.’ Suzanne Ewart ‘A .’ Carolyn O’Brien