Watson Family Saga

1930, Suffolk Marnie Watson has her whole life ahead of her. About to marry her sweetheart Tom, the future looks bright for the young couple. But when the fishing industry begins to decline, Marnie's marriage is tested like never before. In a bid to reverse their fortunes, Marnie and Tom head west to Cornwall with the promise of a fresh start. Before their new life can begin, tragedy strikes, threatening to destroy everything Marnie holds dear. And when war engulfs the world, Marnie's strength is tested further than she thought possible. Marnie forms an unlikely friendship with gruff, sultry Jack Tristan, but their friendship will lead to devastating consequences, and the hardest choice Marnie has ever had to make. Will Marnie make the right choice for her family? And will her sacrifice provide the future she wants for her children?

1941, Suffolk With her in-laws in desperate need of help, Marnie is forced to return to Suffolk, leaving her precious daughter Annie behind in Cornwall. But Lowestoft is a very different town to the one she left. Ravaged by war, and a mere twenty miles from enemy lines, the seaside town she once loved now resembles a military base, and is firmly in Hitler's line of fire. As she tries to rebuild her life amidst the rubble and horror of war, Marnie struggles to free herself from the grief and shame of past mistakes. When naval officer Frank Merton moves into her home, he brings with him a vision of a brighter future, in which Marnie can find happiness. But in order to move forward, Marnie must first confront the past. Can she forgive herself before it's too late? And with the end of war in sight, what kind of life will her daughter be coming home to? (Please note this series is best listened to in order.)