The Emerald Sisters Books

“WOW! This book completely hooked me from the first page to the last… I literally couldn’t put it down… Amazing.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Germany 1939: “No, please don’t make me leave you!” Sophie cries, desperately trying to hold her loved ones in her arms before she is pulled away. “I can’t leave without you, I can’t bear it…” When Sophie Weiss boards the SS St Louis , the Nazis have taken everything from her, and her last hope is to escape. But when she meets fellow Jewish refugees Rosa , Hannah and Rachel on board, their friendship gives Sophie hope there might be happiness in her future, after all. But when the boat is refused entry at a port they thought would be safe, the women face a terrifying return to Europe. Until word reaches the ship that a friend of her family is willing to take Sophie in—but only her. Quickly, Sophie unpicks the lining of her coat and breaks her late mother’s emerald into four parts. Handing a piece to each of her friends, the women promise to meet in Paris when this nightmare is over. Watching the SS St Louis grow smaller on the horizon, Sophie grips her emerald with a fierce determination and whispers a promise : I will find a way to help you all, no matter what… But with her friends facing an uncertain fate, has she made a promise she can’t possibly keep? This is the first book in the unmissable Emerald Sisters series that follows the incredible stories of four brave young women, as they each forge their futures against the backdrop of the Second World War. Perfect for fans of Roberta Kagan, Kristin Harmel and Kate Quinn. Readers are loving The Girl on the Boat : “ Beautiful … I was hooked from the very first page . A phenomenal novel… I was heartbroken … Keep the tissue box close by because you will surely need it . This unputdownable gem of a read is definitely a favourite… I love everything about this story … [a] ten star read .” Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Amazing … Beautiful … I found myself not wanting the story to end … A tearjerker .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Hard to put down read!!… Amazing… I couldn’t put the book down for a minute! ” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Will tear your heart out but leave you with hope… A must-read !” @diane.likes.to.read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Unforgettable … will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Hooks you from the beginning pages … a book that you won’t want to put down .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heartbreaking … Absolutely brilliant … Outstanding .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Powerful … completely consumed me … Fabulous .” Christian Bookaholic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Exceptional… I loved it. I couldn’t put it down. ” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Kept me on the edge of my seat for the entire book … I need the next one!” @ booksreadbyprairiegirl “ Heartbreaking … I really could not put this book down .” @Inspiredbypmdd ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rosa’s blood runs cold. He hasn’t seen her yet, but she would recognize those blue eyes anywhere. Will he reveal her secret? And if he does, how will she ever survive? Germany, 1939: When Rosa Herzelfeld boards the SS St Louis , she doesn’t believe its promise of freedom. Surely there can be no escape from the Nazis, not even on the other side of the world. Besides, she knows that no matter how far she travels, there is no escaping her past… When the ship is refused entry to Cuba, Rosa finds herself penniless and alone in England. Desperately trying to make this strange country home, the last thing she expects is to fall in love. But when she meets fellow refugee Peter , she is surprised by how quickly his gentle smile and warm brown eyes help her forget the horrors she left behind. As their love starts to blossom, Rosa grows fearful. She has a terrible secret from her past that she swore she'd never share with anyone. But what if Peter finds out? Deep down, she begins to realise that she must tell him the truth if she wants him in her life forever… But before she can, Rosa is sent to a remote internment camp on the Isle of Man. And when fate finally reunites her with Peter, her past is threatening to catch up with her. With time running out before her secret is revealed, Rosa must face her past for the man she loves… This second book in the Emerald Sisters series tells a heartbreaking and unforgettable story about hope, second chances and the resilience of the human spirit. Perfect for fans of The Orphan Sisters and My Name is Eva . Readers are loving The Girl with a Secret : “ WOW! I loved it … Brilliant … You will be gripped from the beginning to the end . Another 5 star book from Kate.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ THIS BOOK IS AMAZING!!! I am still at a loss for words. Such a beautiful , powerful and emotional story.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Wow … Gripping … I look forward to reading another piece of the puzzle in the next book but I’ll be sure to have a fresh box of tissues when I do .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ I had to stop a few times to let the tears flow …. Phenomenal … Heartbreaking … Edge-of-your-seat page-turner .” Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heart-wrenching … linger(s) long after the last page is turned … Will leave readers breathless … Unforgettable .” Bookish Jottings ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I finished this book in two sittings … A page-turner … Wonderful .” @Inspiredbypmdd ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Amazing … Heart-warming … Touching … I loved reading this book.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An unforgettable and heartbreaking story… Eye-opening … Gripping and fascinating.” The Short Book Thyme

“Quickly, you must help me!” Hannah gasps, her hands shaking. “The Nazis are going to take the children at daybreak, and we must find a way to save them…” France, 1939: When Jewish refugee Hannah Lerner and her beloved younger sister Lotte arrive in a small French town, Hannah promises her that they will never be separated, no matter what… But when a children’s home offers refuge only to Lotte, Hannah knows that to keep her sister safe, she must let her go. Terrified and alone, Hannah soon meets Michel , a charming Frenchman who welcomes her into his family home. As the weeks pass, his warm smile and deep brown eyes make her trust in kindness again. When Michel is sent to the frontlines, Hannah’s heart shatters once more. And when a local Nazi officer identifies her as Jewish, she knows she has precious time to flee. Travelling south with nothing left to lose, she works with the Resistance, determined to do what is right. Through her network, Hannah hears of a plot that puts her sister and many other innocent lives in danger. But with time running out and her own life at risk, how far is Hannah prepared to go to save those she loves most? The next book in the Emerald Sisters series tells a gripping and heart-wrenching story of courage, second chances and finding love, even in the darkest of times. Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Kate Quinn and The Nightingale. Readers love The Girl Who Risked It All : “ Keep tissues nearby! ... Made me feel so many feelings… Amazing .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Gripped me, made my heart race and my breathing stop … Heartbreaking … 5 stars and more.” Inspiredbypmdd ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heartbreaking … Left me breathless and on the edge of my seat … Wonderful .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Swept me away, unable to put the book down… Gripping … Fantastic .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Put aside some tissues before reading! … I am still thinking about it.” Leannebookstagram ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Had me turning the pages , my heart thumping …. Beautiful .” Romance Book Haven ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Unforgettable … Heartbreaking … Will take your breath away… Outstanding .” Bookish Jottings “ Oh wow … Heartbreaking and tough to put down.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Will leave an imprint on your heart … I was hooked .” lindasreading corner “ Amazing … My heart was broken .” PageTurners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ My favorite book yet! ... Brilliant … It broke my heart .” @reallyslowreader “A truly fantastic read!... Emotional … Beautiful .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Auschwitz, 1944: “Quickly, give me your baby, Rachel.” Her friend whispers. “This is the only way to save her…” Germany, 1939: When Rachel Blau ’s husband Franz is released from Dachau, she barely recognizes the man she married. But she knows in order to keep him safe they must leave the country they call home and pray a life far from the Nazis will heal him. Until he is better, she must be brave for both of them… As Jewish refugees in the Netherlands, terrified and without a word of Dutch, Rachel and Franz watch helplessly as the Germans march closer to the border. And after the Nazis invade, they are forced, with the help of courageous Corrie ten Boom and her family, to hide from the Gestapo. Then their worst fears are realized when they are sent to a camp and—with a final whispered “I love you”—separated. In the darkness that night, Rachel makes a wondrous yet terrifying discovery. Brushing a hand over her stomach, she realizes she has more than just a memory of her husband. In a heartbeat, she becomes determined to survive for the sake of her unborn child. But with the Nazis showing no sign of defeat, how will she protect the precious life inside her? If the guards discover her secret, Rachel knows her baby will not live. But if she manages to smuggle her newborn from the camp, there is a chance her baby will survive. With tears streaming down her face, Rachel clasps her newborn tightly to her chest. Can she find the strength to give her longed-for child to strangers? And if she lets her baby be taken from her arms, how will she ever find her again? This final book in the Emerald Sisters series tells the heart-wrenching and unputdownable story of the power of a mother’s love, even in the face of the darkness of the Second World War. Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Kate Quinn and The Nightingale. Readers are loving The Girl Who Never Gave Up : “ I didn’t want it to end!! Get the tissues ready with this one… Amazing … Heartbreaking .” diane.likes.to.read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Literally unputdownable I read the whole book in one sitting , shed more than one tear … gave me all the feels .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ May require tissues … I finished it in a single day—I couldn’t set it down until I turned the last page .” Karen_loves_reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heart-wrenching … Outstanding … I was blown away … Will have readers sobbing their hearts ou t… Unforgettable .” Bookish Jottings ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Be sure to have a tissue handy … heart-wrenching … wonderful … heartbreaking .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Loved this book . I literally couldn’t put it down … Gives you all the feels , filled with love, courage and most of all hope!” NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heart-wrenching … Amazing … It brought tears to my eyes .” NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Just wow! … So good I literally couldn’t put it down … Loved it.” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Heartbreaking … I’d give it more stars if possible .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ I was left speechless … an inspiration… Had me in awe .” Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Wonderful … Absolutely heart-wrenching … will stay with me! ” bookreviewsandfun ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐