Angels at Twenty Past

Cassie Greatrex returns to work after a burglary at her parents' house, but is interrupted by Colin Bardsey, who makes it clear that he wants her. Huw Trefor, a fiery young Welsh undergraduate, interrupts their dinner date and reveals a long-buried truth with roots in war-torn Berlin, concerning Cassie's family and Colin's. Cassie is forced to look at those closest to her and wonder what secrets they could be hiding, and is swept up in a race with Huw to find the truth, with danger following their every step.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 28 November 2020
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

In the vast tapestry of life, a single burglary at your parents' house, particularly when nothing appears to have been stolen, may seem inconsequential. It holds little significance in the affluent world of Cassie Greatrex, as she seamlessly returns to her work, effortlessly brushing off the incident. However, everything changes when Colin Bardsey enters the salon, his presence arresting and magnetic. He makes it crystal clear that his desires revolve around Cassie, at least that's what she initially believes. Yet, their dinner date is abruptly interrupted by a fiery young Welsh undergraduate, Huw Trefor, on a mission to seek revenge. Huw's vehement words expose a long-buried truth, rooted in the war-torn streets of Berlin, that impacts not only Cassie's family but also Colin's. For seventy years, information has been lost, and Colin is determined to reclaim it, willing to stop at nothing.

Caught up in a thrilling chase with Huw to uncover the truth, Cassie is compelled to scrutinize those closest to her, questioning the secrets they may be harboring. From the bustling streets of London to the serene beauty of Assisi and the enchanting charm of Orvieto, everything she thought she knew is put under a microscope. But when the truth finally emerges, will Cassie regret being kept in the dark? The journey to uncover the truth takes Cassie on a winding path, filled with unexpected twists and turns. Along the way, she discovers the importance of an old copy of "The Iliad," which holds a secret tied to her family's history. As Cassie navigates through the treacherous terrain, she must confront her own demons and make difficult choices that will shape her future.

In the end, Cassie emerges stronger and more resilient than ever before. She has learned the value of trust, the power of forgiveness, and the importance of facing the truth. The burglary at her parents' house may have seemed insignificant, but it catalyzed a journey of self-discovery and growth that will stay with her for a lifetime.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 140 x 216 x 45 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838594428