1914 – and everything changes for Jessie and Arthur fall in love on the day war is declared. Arthur lies about his age to join his Pals’ Regiment. Before he leaves, Arthur gives Jessie a heart-shaped stone to remind her of their love. But Jessie has a secret. When she can hide the truth no longer she is thrown from her home and rejected by society. Faced with a desperate choice between love and safety, Jessie must fight for survival, whatever the cost.
“The Heart Stone is a gritty family saga that takes a long hard look at the lives of the women left behind and is filled with well-developed characters that you’ll like or loathe. Highly recommended for everyone who enjoys superb writing and who loves a well-researched story they won’t want to put down.” Georgia Rose
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