This series of e-Books will chiefly be of interest to family historians with Devon ancestry. This first volume gives an account of the research methods used in building up the history of a mostly obscure family previously known mainly from parish registers and muster rolls.

Thematically divided, this fascinating study explores the experiences of many of Devon's people during the First World War: soldiers; aliens and spies (real and imagined); refugees; conscientious objectors; nurses and doctors; churchmen; the changing roles of women and children; and finally the controversies surrounding farming and agriculture. It provides a moving tribute to the price paid by Devon and its people during the War to End all Wars.

Could you trust the sister you’ve never met before? When tragedy brings biological sisters Jessica Williams and Reeve Elliot together, the initial shock of learning of each other’s existence is quickly replaced by a commitment to be there for each other. For Reeve, it’s the support she needs at a time when her life is falling apart – she’s having blackouts and memory loss, exactly what her beloved late mother suffered from just a few years before. For Jess, it’s a chance to find solace in family and move beyond the abandonment and trauma she experienced as a child forced to grow up in the foster care system. As the bond between the two women deepens, their relationship is tested in ways they’d never have imagined. When Jess’s past comes back to haunt her, the nightmare that is Reeve’s present intensifies. With a large inheritance at stake, the lines between greed and family, as well as right and wrong, begin to blur. Someone is lying. Someone is manipulating the truth. But is it one of the sisters? And – as secrets unravel, both sisters will question... who can they truly trust? A powerful, twisty emotional page turner that readers of Jodi Picoult, Amanda Prowse and Emma Robinson will love. Readers love Louise Guy: ‘WOW, WOW and WOW, this book is awesome what a fabulous story, truly do not miss this book. It had me turning the pages, so many thoughts going through my mind.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG, this book was riveting. Best I’ve read in a long time. Had my heart in my throat but just couldn’t stop turning the pages.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I inhaled it. It’s intense, captivating, fascinating, emotional and dynamic... completely hooking from the very first page.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, what a page turner... I swear that Louise’s books get more intriguing with each new release – such a brilliant storyteller!!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG! I’m still flabbergasted at how brilliant this book is... Cleverly and masterfully written... Left me in awe... Another WOW read from the domestic drama goddess who has fast become one of my favourite writers.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Riveting... I could hardly put the book down. I just had to know how it would end.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just wonderful... An incredibly tense and suspenseful novel that is wonderfully realistic and moving... The characters are very real as are the situations... I was still reading at 5am unable to sleep until I knew what was happening. Louise writes with passion and empathy and incredible understanding... Just brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an absolute ripper of a book!!... I literally read this book in two sittings and I cannot speak highly enough of the writing and the plot, it ticked all my boxes.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was incredible! I couldn’t put it down once I picked it up... So heartfelt...The struggles both women went through and to find the friendship they did, it was emotional but heart-warming... A MUST READ!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I couldn’t put it down – the very definition of a page turner.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The twists and turns in the story kept me wanting more and more and wondering what would happen next. The secrets kept, why they were kept, the revelation and after effect were amazing... Very thought-provoking and emotional.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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