OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD!The New York Times bestseller—for fans of All the Light We Cannot See and The Tattooist of Auschwitz!From the bestselling author of Truths I Never Told You, Before I Let You Go, and the The Warsaw Orphan, Kelly Rimmer’s powerful WWII novel follows a woman’s urgent search for answers to a family mystery that uncovers truths about herself that she never expected.“Fans of The Nightingale and Lilac Girls will adore The Things We Cannot Say.” —Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling authorIn 1942, Europe remains in the relentless grip of war. Just beyond the tents of the refugee camp she calls home, a young woman speaks her wedding vows. It’s a decision that will alter her destiny…and it’s a lie that will remain buried until the next century.Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now fifteen and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alina’s tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate.Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears. Where Alina used to measure time between visits from her beloved, now she measures the spaces between hope and despair, waiting for word from Tomasz and avoiding the attentions of the soldiers who patrol her parents’ farm. But for now, even deafening silence is preferable to grief.Slipping between Nazi-occupied Poland and the frenetic pace of modern life, Kelly Rimmer creates an emotional and finely wrought narrative. The Things We Cannot Say is an unshakable reminder of the devastation when truth is silenced…and how it can take a lifetime to find our voice before we learn to trust it.Don’t miss Kelly Rimmer’s newest novel, The Paris Agent, where a family’s innocent search for answers brings a long-forgotten, twenty-five-year-old mystery featuring two female SOE operatives comes to light! For more by Kelly Rimmer, look forBefore I Let You GoTruths I Never Told YouThe Warsaw OrphanThe German WifeThe Midnight Estate (available July 22, 2025) Read more

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‘What a page turner!' Daisy Wood, author of The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris'A delicious Art Deco novel with a delightfully acerbic heroine.' Marius Gabriel, author of The German Daughter'Original and immersive.' Eva Glyn, author of An Island of SecretsIn a bookshop nestled in the sprawling streets of Lisbon, a shopkeeper leads a double life…Looking for a new start after her father’s death, Lara Hope arrives in Lisbon in search of a family she’s never met.As war storms across Europe, Lara finds solace and belonging in her landlady’s tranquil bookshop in one of the most beautiful corners of the city.But when she witnesses a customer secretly swapping a book, she realises the bookshop is not all it seems. Lara is plunged into a labyrinthine world of mystery and facades, encountering new friends, an unexpected romance, and even royalty… Is she prepared to risk it all for this new life?Readers love The Bookshop of Secrets:'This book was an absolute joy. I didn’t want to finish it.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I adored this novel and found it hard to put down. The plot unfolds with ease and you easily warm to the characters.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Beautifully written.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An exceptional read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

The New York Times bestseller—for fans of All the Light We Cannot See!From the bestselling author of Truths I Never Told You, Before I Let You Go, and the The Warsaw Orphan, Kelly Rimmer’s powerful WWII novel follows a woman’s urgent search for answers to a family mystery that uncovers truths about herself that she never expected.“Fans of The Nightingale and Lilac Girls will adore The Things We Cannot Say.” —Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling authorIn 1942, Europe remains in the relentless grip of war. Just beyond the tents of the refugee camp she calls home, a young woman speaks her wedding vows. It’s a decision that will alter her destiny…and it’s a lie that will remain buried until the next century.Since she was nine years old, Alina Dziak knew she would marry her best friend, Tomasz. Now fifteen and engaged, Alina is unconcerned by reports of Nazi soldiers at the Polish border, believing her neighbors that they pose no real threat, and dreams instead of the day Tomasz returns from college in Warsaw so they can be married. But little by little, injustice by brutal injustice, the Nazi occupation takes hold, and Alina’s tiny rural village, its families, are divided by fear and hate.Then, as the fabric of their lives is slowly picked apart, Tomasz disappears. Where Alina used to measure time between visits from her beloved, now she measures the spaces between hope and despair, waiting for word from Tomasz and avoiding the attentions of the soldiers who patrol her parents’ farm. But for now, even deafening silence is preferable to grief.Slipping between Nazi-occupied Poland and the frenetic pace of modern life, Kelly Rimmer creates an emotional and finely wrought narrative. The Things We Cannot Say is an unshakable reminder of the devastation when truth is silenced…and how it can take a lifetime to find our voice before we learn to trust it.Don’t miss Kelly Rimmer’s newest novel, The Paris Agent, where a family’s innocent search for answers brings a long-forgotten, twenty-five-year-old mystery featuring two female SOE operatives comes to light! For more by Kelly Rimmer, look forBefore I Let You GoTruths I Never Told YouThe Warsaw OrphanThe German Wife Read more

'This impeccably researched wartime thriller had me gripped from the opening pages – I loved it.' Eliza Graham'A nail-biting read from start to finish … a must for WW2 fiction fans' Tessa HarrisHolland, 1944: Undercover British agent Nancy Callaghan has been given her toughest case yet. A key member of the Dutch resistance has been captured, and Nancy must play the role of a wealthy Nazi to win over a notorious SS officer, Detlef Keller, and gain crucial information.England: Coding expert Tom Lockwood is devastated that the Allies have failed to push back the Nazis, leaving Northern Holland completely cut off from the rest of Europe, and him from his beloved Nancy. Desperate to rescue the love of his life, Tom devises Operation Tulip, a plan to bring Nancy home.But as Nancy infiltrates the Dutch SS, she finds herself catching the eye of an even more senior member of the Party. Is Nancy in too deep, or can Tom reach her before she gets caught?Inspired by the true events of occupied Holland during WW2, don't miss this utterly gripping story of love, bravery and sacrifice.Readers have been gripped by Operation Tulip!'Swift is such a good storyteller … thrilling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'So hard to put down. I was completely immersed in Nancy’s world … will stay with me for a very long time' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The story shows humanity at its best and its worst' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fantastic work of historical fiction' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

How can one man save the lives of thousands from total destruction? Budapest, 1944. When the Nazis invade Hungary, the leaders of the local Jewish community trust that the Hungarian government will protect them from deportation. But Miklós Kraus, a young Jewish activist living in Budapest, isn’t convinced. After reading a shocking report exposing the atrocities taking place at the Auschwitz concentration camp, Kraus is determined to do everything he can to save as many Jews as possible from certain death.Using his cunning and connections with the Swiss consulate, Kraus concocts a plan that could save thousands of Jewish families. After the Nazis invade his homeland, he secures an old glass factory, dubbed “the Glass House,” which becomes a safe haven from the violence raging on the streets of Budapest.As the Nazis become increasingly desperate to expedite their plans and the threat of mass annihilation looms over his daring operation, Kraus will have to risk more than he ever imagined to save his people.The Keeper of the Glass House is the moving and captivating story of how one man saved the lives of many, based on the inspiring untold true story of Miklós (Moshe) Krausz. Read more

London’s skies are burning. But two young women are ready to fight back.In 1941 London, World War II is far from over.Identical twins Maggie and Tillie have each suffered loss and heartbreak, but their hardships are only just beginning.With Maggie’s beloved Micah far away in German-occupied France, and Tillie’s fiancé Trevor fighting on the front line, the girls need each other now more than ever. Which is why, when Maggie is confronted with a choice, it is one of the hardest she will ever have to make: stay with her sister and family or leave them behind for a dangerous role in the Women’s Army, manning the anti-aircraft batteries protecting London’s skies.However much it pains her to leave, Maggie can’t ignore her duty. And besides, fighting on the front line makes her feel just a little closer to Micah. But life as a war girl puts Maggie’s bravery and resolve to the test every single day.Will Micah get out of France in time? Will Trevor return safely from the front line? And will Maggie and Tillie beat the odds and survive when the sky above them is ablaze in war?Previously published as The Kingston Twins: Wartime Heart. Read more

The secret of their identities is the only thing keeping them safe.Czechoslovakia, 1944. Hilda and Sheindy’s quiet lives are overturned the day the Nazis march them out of their village home and onto a train bound for the unknown. Separated from their parents and five older siblings, the girls cling to each other for survival in their new reality – between the cold, lonely walls of Auschwitz.Hilda knows that if they want to live, they will have to escape. So, when an opportunity presents itself, she makes a daring decision, risking both her life and her sister’s in a bold move that will take them out of the Nazis’ hands… and directly into the German countryside.The sisters find themselves stranded in a foreign, enemy land, with no money to their name, no papers, and even worse – with incriminating Auschwitz tattoos prominent on their arms. Hilda and Sheindy know they will have to muster their every wit and ounce of courage if they ever want to live through the war and see their home again. The identities they take on as German orphans seeking shelter are the only thing keeping them safe – and the very thing that could send them straight back into the Nazis’ deadly hands.This heart-wrenching true story of two sisters’ unbelievable survival against the odds speaks to the courage of the human heart and the unbreakable bond between sisters. Readers who love Kelly Rimmer and Ellie Midwood will not be able to resist The Secret Orphan Sisters. Read more

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How can she choose between her family and the man she loves?On August 13, 1961, soldiers erect a wall across a war-torn city, transforming East Berlin into an overnight prison and tearing families apart in the blink of an eye.Unwilling to leave her dying father, fifteen-year-old Ella makes the impossible decision to stay behind while her best friend Anton takes Ella’s little brother and flees to the freedom of the West at the last possible chance.But when her father’s death finally leaves her orphaned and alone, Ella’s hope of a reunion burns strong. Yearning for a future with Anton, she bides her time in East Berlin, meeting with shadowy resistance groups who are her only chance for freedom.But time goes by slowly, and with no word from Anton, Ella begins to wonder whether she will ever see him and her brother again. And when a tentative new friendship slowly blossoms into love, she will have to make the hardest choice of all.Leave East Berlin for the man she thought was her everything, or stay behind with the one she now fears she cannot live without.From the bestselling author of The Polish Nurse, this powerful story of a young girl’s courage in the face of an impossible choice is perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah and Rhys Bowen.Previously published as Berlin Butterfly: Ensnare Read more

‘Oh my word… fantastic… [The] stories intertwine so beautifully, it’s truly amazing. Such a lot of research must have to have been done but so worth it. I can’t recommend this book enough.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Could a rediscovered map show her the way? Present day: When thirty-six-year-old Robyn Willoughby discovers an exquisite yet blood-stained Tudor map in her father’s antique map shop, desperate for a distraction from her problems, she decides to investigate. But as Robyn delves into the mystery, she finds herself caught up in a centuries-old secret – one that will change her life forever.1569: Forced to flee Holland to escape persecution, twenty-year-old Freida Ortelius uses her mapmaking skills to start anew in London. Soon her rare talent catches the eye of Queen Elizabeth, who demands Freida’s help in fighting the Spanish threat. Freida must now embark on a deadly mission, the consequences of which will echo down the ages…A sweeping and heartbreaking read, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.Readers adore The Mapmaker’s Daughter:‘Loved this… the characters were brilliant and the storyline was amazing, wonderfully written and descriptive, could not put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book has it all: history, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and a gripping narrative that kept me engaged from beginning to end.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Loved this book!… Great characters and story that intertwined. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read… I loved the characters and the way the plot of both times weaved and intwined… Excellent.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fascinating! I would recommend this book to all lovers of historical fiction without hesitation.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

"Heather Kaufman is a truly fresh voice in biblical fiction with great promise."--Tessa Afshar, bestselling author"A biblical story with a heart for today's world, pulling out an array of joy and hope, sorrow and loss."--Mesu Andrews, award-winning author"Taking us on an intriguing journey through heartbreak and healing, Heather Kaufman leads her readers directly to the joy of the empty tomb."--Connilyn Cossette, award-winning authorMartha of Bethany is no stranger to adversity. After her mother's untimely death, Martha shoulders the responsibility of raising her siblings--quiet and studious Lazarus, and wild and rambunctious Mary. She finds solace in friendship and the beginnings of first love, but just as Martha begins to imagine a new future, hardship strikes again and her dreams crumble into dust.Ten years later, Martha's friend pleads for the new teacher, Jesus of Nazareth, to come and heal her husband. When Martha discovers that the carpenter-rabbi is connected to her past, she's not sure she can trust him with her future. But as he continues to perform miracles, the invitation to believe becomes harder to resist, renewing Martha's hardened heart, even as she faces an unknown future. Read more

They made her a promise. But will they have the strength to keep it?Nineteen-year-old twins Ania and Michalina are as different as two sisters can be. Though they share their long, golden locks, Ania revels in the gilded, careless life of high society Warsaw while Michalina yearns for something more.Then, when tragedy strikes and World War II threatens to overturn their carefully composed lives, the sisters’ bond is put to the test. Separated in the chaos, Ania makes Michalina a vow: to keep Anton, Michalina’s beloved, safe.Little does she know, Anton has made the same promise about her.Thrown together in a city ravaged by war, Ania and Anton do all they can to survive and keep their oath. But with no end in sight, it’s only a matter of time before their loyalty to their loved ones, and to themselves, will face the ultimate trial. Read more

It’s time to tear down the wall.East Berlin, 1983. For years, Ella Kühn has been stranded alone, separated from her loved ones by the cruel reality of a country divided by the impenetrable Berlin Wall.And she’s had enough.Using her unique set of talents to support Berlin’s secret resistance movement, Ella throws herself into the fight for freedom. She knows she absolutely cannot fail if she ever wishes to be reunited with the family she’s missed for decades.But tensions in Berlin are rising and as ghosts from Ella’s past begin to surface, she has to wonder… is freedom really all it seems? Or could everything she’s ever wanted be right there, in the place she’s spent decades trying to escape?From the bestselling author of The Polish Nurse, The Berlin Girl’s Resistance is the riveting and surprising finale to Ella’s captivating story of courage and survival against the odds while the Berlin Wall stands.Previously published as Berlin Butterfly: Release. Read more

She has a secret. Keeping it will mean the difference between life and death.1941, Poland. Though war rages around her and occupying German forces march steadily onward, 16-year-old Aleksandra has lived her life sheltered from danger.Until one day, she goes to school – never to return.Pushed roughly into a truck with other schoolgirls like her, a single ominous word tells her all she needs to know about her fate: Lebensborn.Lebensborn, the infamous German “voluntary reproduction” program – rumored to involve the abduction of blond-haired, blue-eyed girls and forcing them to bear the children of Nazi soldiers.But when their convoy is bombed en route to Berlin, Aleksandra and the girls see their chance to escape. In a foreign land, far from home, they know their survival depends on keeping their identities a secret.Resourceful and determined not to be discovered, Aleksandra takes a job as a nurse in the German city of Dresden. Just as she starts to think she might live to see the end of the war, her carefully crafted secret begins to unravel. Aleksandra knows that if she ever wants to see her home and family again, she will have to risk it all – on her own.Previously published as Before Berlin. Read more

A snapshot in time holds secrets waiting to be revealed.Berlin, 1938. Samuel Weiss and Max von Hofmannsthal were best friends until the cruel antisemitism of Nazi Germany seeped into Berlin and tore their friendship apart. As Max rises in the ranks of the Nazi SS, Sam and his Jewish family find themselves simply struggling to survive.And when Max and Sam’s paths cross once again among the bleak barracks of Auschwitz-Birkenau, their fates will intertwine in ways neither of them could ever have expected.Pittsburgh, present day. Becky’s father, Sam, has never liked to talk about his time in the Holocaust. A sad and withdrawn man, all she knows is that her brave father survived the hell on earth that was Auschwitz.But when Becky stumbles upon an old notebook of her mother’s, she starts to realize that there may be far more to her father’s story than she’d thought. And when an old photograph from 1944 Auschwitz surfaces suddenly, she is drawn into a shattering discovery that will tear apart everything she’s ever believed to be true.The Auschwitz Photograph is a captivating story of friendship, hope, survival, and betrayal in World War II.Previously published as The Dead Are Resting. Read more

To save his life, they sent him away from everything he ever knew.Following their father’s unexpected death, four-year-old Joseph and his brothers face the terrible fate reserved for Jewish orphans in Yemen: the Orphans’ Decree. To save them from being forcefully converted to Islam, their young mother, Luluah, decides to send them away to the port city of Aden, where their uncle awaits to smuggle them out of the country and into the Promised Land.Under the cover of darkness, five small figures leave their home in the nameless Yemenite village, never to return. The journey to the city of Aden is perilous, and when young Joseph falls deathly ill on the road, the brothers face an impossible choice: do they leave Joseph behind in a foreign city, or do they take him with them—and seal his fate?An unforgettable coming-of-age novel based on a true story, The Lost Orphan Boy is an intimate portrayal of life in rural Yemen, the power of family bonds, the sweet promise of freedom, and the steep price one must pay for it. Read more

Step back in time to the heart of Sydney’s gold rush era with an unfiltered glimpse into the city’s bustling construction scene. Immerse yourself in the vivid historical backdrop transporting your senses to the hustle and noise of the burgeoning Sydney in 1855Meet John Leary again, a man whose dreams of a construction dynasty are finally materialising. With his beloved wife Clarissa expecting their first child and a successful partnership with Sean Connaire, they left an indelible mark on the townscape. But with success comes envy, as an enigmatic rival seeks to thwart Leary’s progress by sabotaging a crucial project of his. To regain control of his company, John navigates a complex buyout leading to unexpected strains on his marriage due to a silent partner.Amidst the chaos, an unexpected twist emerges as an ex-convict Gerry Gleeson reveals himself as John’s uncle and offers his assistance in identifying the saboteur. This tale is steeped in raw ambition, concealed secrets, and clandestine dealings leaving you wondering whether these elements will lead the young builder to ruin or triumph.Step into the gripping world of The Australian Sandstone Series and immerse yourself in this vivid tale of ambition, betrayal, and redemption. Don't miss out on the second instalment of this captivating series – order now and embark on a journey through Sydney's rich history unlike any other!" Read more

No one believed they could survive, but they refused to forsake their faithJudah Maccabee is no longer a youth, but a great warrior and the unchallenged leader of the Jewish People.He leads his people to victory after victory on the fields of battle and diplomacy, shocking the leaders of the mighty Seleucid Empire.Relentlessly, the armies of the empire are sent to crush the rebellion in Judea. They will do anything to eliminate the Maccabee army and suppress the Jewish faith.But although the Maccabees are massively outnumbered, they have no choice but to overcome their foes. They know that their defeat would be the end of the Jewish People.This is the incredible story of the Maccabees, who transformed a nation of rustic farmers and priests into a steel hard army which won eternal renown. Read the second book in the series (you can read it even if you have not read the first book) and embark on a fascinating journey into the hidden and dramatic period between the Bible and Christianity Read more

One FaceTwo MenAnd A Secret That Could Destroy An EmpireAt the dawn of the Ming Dynasty, the emperor will do anything to ensure the future of his empire. Building the Forbidden City in fulfillment of his father's dreams is only the beginning. But few people share the emperor's vision. When a consort's betrayal has devastating consequences that rock the imperial court, the emperor discovers that the fight for the dragon throne has only begun. The Man in the Dragon Mask is a full-length standalone Chinese historical fiction adventure/action novel. Readers who enjoy books by Lisa See, Pearl S. Buck, James Clavell, and Amy Tan will love this epic adventure. Read more