The Secrets of Saffron Hall

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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 favor 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 Philippa Gregory and Alison Weir.

‘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

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 favor will not la...

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4 reviews
Emma Davis
March 10, 2021
***Once started it is impossible to put down*** I am overwhelmed with emotion as I got to the last page. This book is filled with meaning, hope, despair, mystery 500 years in the making and a book of prayers connecting a young woman of the present with a young woman of the past. It is a sad tribute to those who suffered the tyranny of the Tudor times when the king was a supreme being. A tragedy drove Amber away from her husband to her grandfather's home at Saffron Hall. She is to catalogue all the books. As she is an archivist this is her specialty. Eleanor who lived in the past helps Amber in the present through the reading of her prayer book. Amber recognized Eleanor as someone who understood the tragedy, she herself has gone through. However, Eleanor had cryptically laid a message in the book and Amber felt Eleanor's spirit urging her to solve the riddle. This is a book of extreme suspense. I was glued to each page and could not put this down as I was anxious to read what was happening to Amber and what had happened to Eleanor. I became totally invested into this book. The author wrote in such a way I felt I was with the characters as the story segued from scene to scene. This is a must read. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend it.
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Growing up in Surrey, Clare always dreamed of being a writer. Instead, after gaining a degree in history and an MA in women’s studies she accidentally fell into a career in IT. After spending many years as a project manager in London, she moved to Norfolk for a quieter life and trained as a professional jeweller.

Now, finally writing full-time, she lives with her husband and the youngest two of her six children.

Growing up in Surrey, Clare always dreamed of being a writer. Instead, after gaining a degree in history and an MA in women’s studies she accidentally fell into a career in IT. After spending many years as a project manager in London, she moved to Norfolk for a quieter life and trained as a profe...

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