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While I Was Waiting

Published
Jul 2015
Main Genre
Women's Fiction Women's Fiction

About This Book

‘A lovely, romantic and historical read' – Linda's Book Bag

June 1963, Clematis Cottage, Stoke St. Mary, Herefordshire

I am really not sure why I am writing this. A foolish whim by a foolish old lady and it will probably sit in a box unread and decay much like its writer when Death makes his careless decision.

But perhaps someone will find it. Someone will care enough to read and somehow I know that will happen.

April 2000, Clematis Cottage, Stoke St. Mary, Herefordshire

Tired of her life in London, freelance illustrator Rachel buys the beautiful but dilapidated Clematis Cottage and sets about creating the home of her dreams. But tucked away behind the water tank in the attic and left to gather dust for decades is an old biscuit tin containing letters, postcards and a diary. So much more than old scraps of paper, these are precious memories that tell the story of Henrietta Trenchard-Lewis, the love she lost in the Great War and the girl who was left behind.

Reviews

‘The storytelling was absolutely gorgeous…a compelling and well paced story' – Joan Hill, Reviewing Recommended Reads

‘A really interesting book – full of history and romance – and missed opportunities' – Annie's Book Corner

About the author

Georgia Hill writes rom-coms and historical fiction and is published by Harper Impulse, the digital-first imprint of HarperCollins.

She divides her time between the beautiful counties of Herefordshire and Devon and lives with her two beloved spaniels, a husband (also beloved) and a ghost called Zoe. She loves Jane Austen, eats far too much Belgian chocolate and has a passion for Strictly Come Dancing.

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Sep 2015 HarperCollins (UK) ISBN 0008123268
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First Edition Jul 2015 HarperCollins (UK) ISBN 000812325X
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Feb 2015 HarperImpulse ISBN B00OFLDV0G
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