{"product_id":"secrets-at-the-ambrose-cafzs-an-emotional-and-heartfelt-historical-romance-9781781898857","title":"Secrets at the Ambrose Café: An emotional and heartfelt historical romance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo women. Two different worlds. One secret that could ruin them both.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExeter, 1925. \u003c\/strong\u003eDella Wilde has set aside her dream of moving to Paris to study at the renowned Le Cordon Bleu, choosing instead to support her family torn apart by war. By night, she works at the prestigious Ambrose Café, serving the city's elite - she feels utterly invisible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUntil a chance encounter with rebellious Alice Winters, the daughter of a powerful MP, upends Della's world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlice is a woman caught between duty and desire. She secretly yearns to be an artist but is expected to marry a respectable suitor and raise a family. Della, with her sharp wit and quiet strength, is unlike anyone she has ever known. She makes Alice feel alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo she draws Della into her orbit - first as a muse for her secret art, then as something infinitely more intimate. But in a world where reputations are easily shattered, their growing bond is a danger that threatens not only their futures, but those around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Alice risks scandal and Della faces the consequences of following her heart, they must decide: will they allow others to choose their path, or dare to forge their own?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis historical tale of courage, forbidden love and self-discovery is perfect for fans of Sarah Waters, Cynthia Ellingsen, Fiona Valpy or Rhys Bowen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for Carryl Church: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'An astonishing debut novel, this skilfully plotted dual timeline story had me gripped.' \u003cstrong\u003eTania Crosse, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Harbour Master's Daughter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A beautifully written story that has everything I look for in a novel.' \u003cstrong\u003eJan Baynham, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Secret Sister\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A heartwarming and gripping story about the lasting power of love.' \u003cstrong\u003eSally Tarpey, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Country Girl\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The \u003cstrong\u003emost beautiful and captivating book I've read\u003c\/strong\u003e this year.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Wow what an amazing story this is. I guarantee that \u003cstrong\u003eyou will love it.\u003c\/strong\u003e' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Both heartwarming and nostalgic . . . \u003cstrong\u003efills you with warmth and a little courage.\u003c\/strong\u003e' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChurch, Carryl:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Carryl writes historical fiction with a focus on the 20th Century. Her debut novel The Forgotten Life of Connie Harris is a dual timeline story set against the immersive backdrop of cinema. Originally from the Isle of Wight, Carryl now lives in Devon with her family.","brand":"Choc Lit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51384335008018,"sku":"9781781898857","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_1d1c8afa-c785-4fcb-b05e-735b5f009001.jpg?v=1750170935","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/secrets-at-the-ambrose-cafzs-an-emotional-and-heartfelt-historical-romance-9781781898857","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}