Claire Lorrimer crea romanzi storici epici incentrati sulle vite di eroine appassionate e di grande impatto in contesti riccamente dettagliati. Il suo lavoro spesso illumina la posizione sociale delle donne in diverse epoche. La carriera di scrittrice di Lorrimer prese slancio durante la Seconda Guerra Mondiale, portandola a specializzarsi nella narrativa storica, un percorso influenzato dalle sue prime esperienze nel settore editoriale delle riviste. I suoi romanzi offrono ai lettori narrazioni avvincenti che mettono in risalto sia la storia che la forza delle protagoniste femminili.
Victoria and Leila meet when Lady Beaufort sends Victoria to the village school. Although they adore their only child, Leila's parents are surprised that she does not excel academically as her father did. The two girls share a special friendship as well as a birthday; but before long both families start to fear something is wrong.
The tale of an unlikely friendship, set against the looming tragedy of the Spanish Civil War and the rising menace of Fascism in Europe.
Chantal is a passionate and loyal young woman adored by three men who risk everything for her love. As she navigates the glamorous world of aristocratic London, her spirited nature leads her into a whirlwind of adventure, scandal, and ecstasy across various exotic locations.
Back in print for the first time, this sweeping historical drama by international superstar Claire Lorrimer sold over 100,000 copies in its day
A powerful and moving tale of lust, lies, deceit and intrigue that has gripped readers' imaginations for more than 30 years.
August, 1939. With war about to break out, twin sisters Dilys and Una Singleby are forced to leave their studies in Munich and return home to England. Heartbroken, Dilys and her Norwegian boyfriend Kristoffer vow to be reunited one day. But a series of misunderstandings and misguided actions keep the lovers apart. Can true love find a way?
31 December, 1838. Lord Kenilworth's wife doesn't survive a difficult labour, but baby Storm grows into a headstrong and adventurous child, close to her loving sister, Eloise. But heartbreak, tragedy, wickedness and devastating secrets lie in wait . . . can they survive turbulent times ahead?
A powerful and moving tale of lust, lies, deceit and intrigue that has gripped readers' imaginations for more than 30 years.
When love becomes dangerous - The death of Lucy Godstows best friend, Vanessa, on the eve of Lucys marriage to Guy Weaver was a big enough blow; but then Vanessas aunt Joan is found murdered. Lucy and Vanessas brother, Tom, suspect foul play. As Guys jealousy develops into brutality, the police become suspicious and follow Guy and Lucy to Spain. But are they too late, and can Tom come riding to the rescue?
