The first novel in a historical saga you won’t want to miss! For fans of Nadine Dorries, Maeve Binchy, Freda Lightfoot and Dilly Court. The first touching saga of the Howarths of Garth… As a genteel woman with an education but no dowry, Dorcas Wilde has resigned herself to a life as the companion of her spinster aunt. However, when she receives a proposal from Ned Howarth—a kind yeoman farmer—she puts aside her prejudices and agrees to become his wife. The couple’s family and friends all disapprove of the match. And as the mistress of Ned’s farm, Kit’s Hill, Dorcas feels isolated and unwelcome. But as she learns more about the land and the household, she begins to find ways to put her shrewdness and education to good use… Can Dorcas find her place at Kit’s Hill? Will she and Ned find true happiness together? Or will they come to regret their hasty marriage? Kit’s Hill is the first book in The Brief Chronicles, a gripping family saga set in rural Lancashire during the Industrial Revolution. ‘A master storyteller’ – Publishers Weekly ‘Skilfully constructed and very strong on period detail’ – TLS ‘She writes so infernally well’ – Daily Telegraph ‘Stylish, witty, poetic and true’ – Spectator ‘A good feeling for place and period … with its roots firmly in the earth’ – Homes & Gardens THE BRIEF CHRONICLES BOOK Kit's Hill BOOK The Ironmaster BOOK The Vivian Inheritance BOOK The Northern Correspondent

A man of driving ambition William Howarth, as hard as the iron that was the foundation of his industrial empire, planted the seeds of dynasty and made the Howarth name glow with wealth and power. A woman of scandalous passion Charlotte Howarth, taking as her lover a man who warred against society, followed him beyond the pale into a dark world of intrigue, violence and danger. Brother and sister—with the Howarth destiny divided between them...

Another absorbing instalment of the Howarth family saga! For fans of Nadine Dorries, Maeve Binchy, Freda Lightfoot and Dilly Court. How far will William go to realise his ambitions? Wealthy and successful, the ironmaster William Howarth wishes to continue expanding his industrial empire across Wyndendale Valley. To aid his vision, he hires Cornishman Hal Vivian—a young engineer with ambition and talent to rival the ironmaster’s. Their stormy partnership seems set to transform the lives of William’s family and the inhabitants of the valley. And there is more than fame and fortune in store for Hal. When the ironmaster’s daughter sets out to win his heart, he must decide where his happiness lies… The Vivian Inheritance is the third book in The Brief Chronicles, a gripping family saga set in rural Lancashire during the Industrial Revolution. THE BRIEF CHRONICLES Book Kit’s Hill Book The Ironmaster Book The Vivian Inheritance Book The Northern Correspondent

The final instalment of the captivating Howarth family saga! For fans of Nadine Dorries, Maeve Binchy, Freda Lightfoot and Dilly Court. Can Ambrose bring about political reform through his writing? Lancashire, 1831 Having inherited his mother’s fighting spirit, Ambrose Longe uses his independent newspaper, The Clarion, to argue for political and social reform. Sensing an opportunity, his uncle, William Howarth — an aspiring M.P. — offers financial subsidy to The Clarion in return for political support. Despite mounting debts, Ambrose refuses to compromise his principles. But just when his prospects look bleakest, the wise and wealthy Naomi Blüm arrives in Millbridge. Recognising his talent, Naomi offers to invest in a new and improved newspaper with Ambrose at the helm. And so a new tour de force, The Northern Correspondent, is born… The Northern Correspondent is the fourth book in The Brief Chronicles, a gripping family saga set in rural Lancashire during the Industrial Revolution. THE BRIEF CHRONICLES Book Kit’s Hill Book The Ironmaster Book The Vivian Inheritance Book The Northern Correspondent