Yesterday's Shadows: A gripping saga of new beginnings and new dangers

Rosie Goodwin's novel "The Women of Nuneaton" is a spell-binding saga of bitter loss, lost love, and long-buried secrets. Kate Cleary feels no sorrow when her father dies, but discovers she has an aunt in the Midlands. Despite leaving her heart in Durham with Matthew, she feels loved and safe with Aunt Beth. However, her peace is shattered by an astonishing revelation and a series of brutal attacks on the women of Nuneaton.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2022
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

The Sunday Times bestselling novelist Rosie Goodwin weaves a captivating tale of profound sorrow, lost love, and long-buried secrets. This captivating saga will enthrall fans of Dilly Court and Kitty Neale.

As Kate Cleary prepares to embark on a new chapter, she holds onto the hope of finally finding the happiness she has long sought. However, the weight of her past burdens remains heavy upon her shoulders, even as she and her sister Nuala are forced to leave their humble miner's cottage behind.

In a surprising turn of events, Kate discovers that they have an aunt in the Midlands, a secret that their father had kept hidden from them all. This newfound connection offers them a chance at a new home, a fresh start, and a glimmer of hope.

Despite her deep affection for Matthew, a young artist who has captured her heart in Durham, Kate finds solace and love with her aunt Beth. The warmth and security of their newfound family life envelop her, providing a respite from the tumultuous events that have plagued her.

However, the tranquility of their existence is shattered when Nuala reveals a shocking truth, and a series of brutal attacks targeting women in Nuneaton casts a dark shadow over their lives. Kate turns to a kind-hearted widower, Martin Denby, for support and guidance. But as she gets closer to him, doubts begin to creep into her mind. Is his kindness truly genuine, or is there a hidden agenda lurking beneath his surface?

Through a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected revelations, Rosie Goodwin masterfully weaves a tale of resilience, courage, and the search for redemption. "The Weight of Sorrow" is a captivating saga that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in this captivating series.

Weight: 334g
Dimension: 195 x 129 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035403103