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Finding Eadie

Finding Eadie

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Reviews

‘Books about the power of stories to bring people together and nourish their spirits are my favourite kind. So it was with much joy that I read Finding Eadie, a wonderful tribute to all things bookish . . . The research, compassion and sensitivity poured into novel are admirable and make for a deeply affecting reading experience.’

- Natasha Lester, Author of The Paris Secret

‘An intense and captivating historical drama, that looks at the loss, love and struggles experienced by realistic and relatable protagonists . . . this is an amazing story.’

- Canberra Weekly

‘Totally absorbing.’

- Who Magazine

‘A riveting, heart-stopping read that features fascinating insight into London’s wartime publishing world.’

- Woman’s Day

‘This moving story of Alice’s fearless pursuit of her baby contains all the ingredients of a spy thriller . . . A wonderful page-turner with great relevance for our times.’

- The Chronicle

‘Readers of historical novels, and those who enjoy an enthralling mystery, will enjoy this page-turning book.’

- Blue Wolf Reviews

‘Will surprise, shock and delight . . . A must read for 2020!’

- Brisbanista

‘Intriguing, heart-rending and ultimately, intensely informative, this story had me reading deep into the night.’

- Carpe Librum

‘A skilful weaving of fact and the story-teller’s art . . . Beecham evokes the people and the period with a deft touch and respect for authenticity. It’s an absorbing read that increases to a gallop as the denouement approaches, as breathless as the characters to see it through. This book is a worthy addition to the growing collection of grassroots World War Two histories.’

- Living Arts in Canberra

‘Caroline Beecham returns with another powerful and well-researched historical drama, along with a touch of investigative intrigue and romance.’

- Mrs B’s Book Reviews

‘…the author of Maggie’s Kitchen and Eleanor’s Secret delivers another compelling story of love and mystery during wartime.’

- AusRom Today

‘Beecham already has two bestsellers to her name, Maggie’s Kitchen and Eleanor’s Secret. It’s easy to see why. Her characters are likeable and real, her writing is engaging and the subject matter is gripping.’

- Weekly Times

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About the author

Caroline is the bestselling author of four books: Maggie’s Kitchen, Eleanor’s Secret, Finding Eadie and Esther’s Children. Her debut novel was shortlisted for Booktopia’s Best Historical Fiction in 2016 and nominated as Book of the Year.

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About the book

A love bound by hope, secrets, and the power of reading

London 1943: War and dwindling resources are taking their toll on the staff of Partridge Press. The pressure is on to create new books to distract readers from the grim realities of the war, but Partridge’s rising star, Alice Cotton, leaves abruptly and cannot be found.

Alice’s secret absence is to birth her child, and although her baby’s father remains unnamed, Alice’s mother promises to help her raise her tiny granddaughter, Eadie. Instead, she takes a shocking action.

Theo Bloom is employed by the American office of Partridge. When he is tasked with helping the British publisher overcome their challenges, Theo has his own trials to face before he can return to New York to marry his fiancee.

Inspired by real events during the Second World War, Finding Eadie is a story about the triumph of three friendships bound by hope, love, secrets and the belief that books have the power to change lives.