Sapphire Child

In 1930s Northern India, childhood friends Stella and Andrew grow up together, but their paths divide due to scandal and war. When Andrew returns to the East on the eve of battle with Japan, can they rekindle their friendship or will war demand the ultimate sacrifice?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 524 pages
Publication date: 24 November 2020
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

In the fading days of the Raj, can paths that have been separated by time and circumstance ever find each other again? In the bustling city of 1930s Northern India, childhood friends Stella and Andrew have grown up together in the enchanting atmosphere of the majestic Raj Hotel. Spirited Stella, with her infectious laughter and unwavering spirit, has always had a special place in her heart for Andrew, despite his boisterous nature. However, life takes an unexpected turn when one scandal tears their friendship apart, and another leaves Stella heartbroken and abandoned by the man she thought she loved. As the shadows of World War II loom over the horizon, Andrew, driven by a sense of duty and freedom, joins the army to fight for the cause of independence. Meanwhile, in India, Stella, shattered by her painful betrayal, finds solace in the war effort, volunteering for the Women's Auxiliary Corps. She resigns herself to a life that is different from the one she had envisioned as a child, but her determination to make a difference remains unwavering. On the eve of the historic battle with Japan, Andrew returns to the East, reuniting with Stella after years of separation. However, the bitter experiences of war have transformed them both. Can their once-strong bond withstand the test of time, or will war demand the ultimate sacrifice of their friendship?

Weight: 476g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542092609