The Broken

Some truths are too terrible to speak, and too dangerous to hide.
London, 1955. Nurse Helen Brent has spent twenty-six years believing she'll never find love. Then she meets her new patient, David Edevane. Despite a tragic upbringing, David is kind and stable, and their whirlwind romance quickly leads to marriage and pregnancy. But Helen's world collapses when she uncovers a dreadful secret, and she will carry the consequences of her silence for the rest of her days…
Present day. Archaeologist Quinn Allenby has seen countless ancient remains, but the tiny baby buried with tender care in a London garden affects her deeply. When she touches the pewter brooch left with the body, Quinn is drawn into a devastating mystery. But as Helen's tragedy unfolds, Quinn's family begins to fracture, and she discovers that some wounds run deeper than time itself. Can she confront the growing threat within her own bloodline before history repeats itself in the most devastating way possible?
A heartbreaking story of forbidden love, family secrets, and the dangerous power of blood ties, perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Susanna Kearsley, and Barbara Erskine.
Praise for the series:
"Hooked me from the prologue. I seriously couldn't stop reading. I stayed up through the night and into the next morning to find out what happened… Can't wait to read the whole series!" Reader review, 5 stars
"Captivating… unputdownable… I completed it in one day. If you enjoy romantic suspense and historical genre, this combo is definitely for you!" Reader review, 5 stars
"Gut-wrenching and spellbinding simultaneously. I enjoyed the seamless storylines with the modern-day events and 17th century love story. I literally could not put this one down!" Reader review, 5 stars
"From the very first page, I was drawn in and could not put this one down.

Would I spend my hard-earned cash on this book? Yes.

Would I recommend to friends & family? Yes!

Will I search out the next one? You bet, I'm addicted now.

Is this a Kindle Keeper (delete on pain of death)? Definitely." Reader review, 5 stars
"I loved this book so much that it was hard for me to put down and go to bed some nights. The characters came alive and jumped off the pages. I couldn't wait to find out what happened next." Reader review, 5 stars
"A captivating story… The characters felt real, and you were wanting the best for them… a book that will keep you up at night, reasoning 'just one more chapter'… My only complaint is that the book had to end." Reader review, 5 stars