Rosie Goodwin

A Quick Reads story from the bestselling author of The Rag Princess. Charity has always lived a charmed life beneath the open skies. Growing up as part of the Gypsy community, she has reveled in the freedom of swimming in the rivers, caring for the horses and embracing the ever-changing road. But on the cusp of her sixteenth birthday, that freedom begins to slip away. Her parents expect her to marry, and not for love, but for duty. Then fate brings Luca back into her life - a boy from the travelling circus she has known since childhood. Only now, with eyes opened by the first stirrings of passion, Charity sees Luca as more than a friend. In Luca's laughter and quiet strength, she finds the promise of a love so fierce it feels destined. But their bond is forbidden. Two different communities. Two worlds that cannot unite. Refusing to surrender their hearts, Charity and Luca dare to dream of escape and come up with a plan: Charity will run away first and he will follow. But with one mistake and one cruel twist of fate their dreams are shattered. Now torn between her love for Luca and overcoming a betrayal, Charity must fight for the life she longs for. Will destiny reunite the star-crossed lovers, or has she lost him foreve? uick Reads are short books and great stories by bestselling authors. They're specifically written to engage emergent, reluctant and lapsed readers to help spread the joy of reading and the many benefits it brings.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of historical sagas, trusted by over 4 million readers. 'Goodwin is a master of her craft. The perfect book for a cold winter's evening' Lancashire Evening Post'Goodwin is a fabulous writer' Worcester Evening News'A vibrant page-turner with entrancing characters' Margaret Dickinson'Rosie writes such heartwarming sagas' Lyn AndrewsThursday's child has far to go . . . 1912, London. Eighteen-year-old Flora Butler is going up in the world. She has the prized position of lady's maid to young Constance Ogilvie, and is able to provide for her beloved parents and four younger siblings. She has even fallen in love, and though she does not feel quite ready to marry the charming Jamie Branning, her future seems clear. But Flora's life is turned upside down when her mistress's father dies in a tragic accident. Connie is forced to move to New York to live with her aunt until she comes of age, and begs Flora to go with her. Flora has never left the country before, and now faces a difficult decision - give up her position, or leave her family behind. But when her beau lets her down, her mind is made up. Soon Connie and Flora head for Southampton to board the RMS Titanic . . . A Maiden's Voyage is the fifth book in Rosie Goodwin's Days of the Week Collection. Why not try the rest, Mothering Sunday, The Little Angel, A Mother's Grace, The Blessed Child, A Precious Gift and Time to Say Goodbye?

A Rags to Riches novel. The first book in a brand-new historical trilogy from Britain's best-loved saga author. Book 2, One Woman's War is out now and pre-order book 3, The Winter Bride, coming September 2026. Nuneaton, 1904Abandoned on the steps of the workhouse shortly after her birth, little Annie never felt the love of a family. When she's taken from the only world she has known to a smart home on Swan Lane, she dares to hope her life might be changing for the better. But hope is fragile. Grieving the loss of her own child, Maggie Lilburn didn't adopt Annie out of kindness - she wants her as a servant, not a daughter. Despite Maggie's coldness, Annie finds flickers of warmth elsewhere: in the bond with her adopted brothers and in the quiet kindness of Maggie's husband Levi, the local rag-and-bone man. He sees Annie's potential and takes her under his wing and into his trade. As Maggie crumbles beneath the weight of her sorrow, Annie is determined to hold the fractured family together - and carve out a place of her own. Through all of this one question remains for Annie: who were her parents and why did they abandon her at the workhouse all those years ag? he Rag Princess is an emotional tale of resilience, heartbreak and the power of family and the first book in the brand-new Rags to Riches Trilogy from bestselling author, Rosie Goodwin.

<p><b>A Rags to Riches novel.</b><br><br><b>The first book in a brand-new historical trilogy from Britain's best-loved saga author.</b><br><br><i>Nuneaton, 1904</i><br><br>Abandoned on the steps of the workhouse shortly after her birth, little Annie never felt the love of a family. When she's taken from the only world she has known to a smart home on Swan Lane, she dares to hope her life might be changing for the better. But hope is fragile. Grieving the loss of her own child, Maggie Lilburn didn't adopt Annie out of kindness - she wants her as a servant, not a daughter.<br><br>Despite Maggie's coldness, Annie finds flickers of warmth elsewhere: in the bond with her adopted brothers and in the quiet kindness of Maggie's husband Levi, the local rag-and-bone man. He sees Annie's potential and takes her under his wing and into his trade. As Maggie crumbles beneath the weight of her sorrow, Annie is determined to hold the fractured family together - and carve out a place of her own.<br><br>Through all of this one question remains for Annie: who were her parents and why did they abandon her at the workhouse all those years ago?<br><br><b><i>The Rag Princess</i> is an emotional tale of resilience, heartbreak and the power of family and the first book in the brand-new Rags to Riches Trilogy from bestselling author, Rosie Goodwin.</b></p>

The Great War is over and Dilly has made a new life for herself - but can she lay the ghosts of her past to res? ardworking widow Dilly Carey has struggled out of poverty to make a successful life for herself. Surrounded by her children and grandchildren, Dilly should be content, but she is still troubled by the one secret she must never share. Olivia, the daughter Dilly gave away at birth, cannot find out the truth about her parentage. It's time for Dilly to make her peace with the choice that she was forced to make. As Dilly finds the strength to visit her son's grave on the battlefields of the Great War, will she also find a way to a new happiness - and a new lov? illy's Hope is the heartwarming conclusion to the much-loved trilogy from bestselling author Rosie Goodwin.

<p><i><b>Hull, 1905</b></i><br><br>As the much doted-on daughter of the local doctor Violet Stroud had a comfortable, happy childhood - despite a distinct lack of love from her cold-hearted mother. But when her father unexpectedly dies, Violet's life is turned upside down. As secrets about the family come to light, Violet finds herself homeless and with no one to turn to apart from Edie, the family's gentle and loving housekeeper.<br><br>Violet and Edie set out on their own to run a café by the docks and life, while humble, starts to settle down. Perhaps, Violet may find happiness again and even . . . love? But when Violet's brother, Oliver, comes back on the scene, chaos follows at every turn, and while walking home alone one night, something unthinkable happens. With her contented existence and her chance at true love under threat, Violet must summon all the strength she has to put her life back together. Will she ever find the peace that she so desperately desires?<br><br>'Full of Goodwin's wisdom and<b> warmth</b>, <i>Our Sweet Violet</i> is a sweeping and <b>romantic page-turner </b>and the perfect ending to a sweet and heady series . . .' <b>Lancashire Evening Post</b><br><br><b>Praise for Rosie Goodwin<br></b><br>'A heartwarming saga fans will love' <i>Woman's Weekly </i> <br><br>'Rosie writes such heartwarming sagas' Lyn Andrews<br><br>'The new Catherine Cookson' <i>Coventry Evening Telegraph</i></p>

Emerald žije se svými rodiči a mladší sestrou Abigail privilegovaným životem v honosném domě Astley House. Jednoho dne však jejich otec zmizí a rodina se ocitne v obrovských dluzích. Dívky jsou spolu s matkou nuceny vydat se na milost a nemilost Emeraldinu strýci, který je jen neochotně nechá bydlet na své farmě. V zoufalé snaze najít si práci, opustí Emerald venkov a odjede do Londýna, aby se stala společnicí vzdálené příbuzné. Vzpurná Abigail se nehodlá snížit k podřadným činnostem na farmě. Uteče proto také do města, ale brzy se dostane do problémů. Podaří se dívkám najít ztracené štěstí a stmelit rodinu zase dohromady?

Emerald žije se svými rodiči a mladší sestrou Abigail privilegovaným životem v honosném domě Astley House. Jednoho dne však jejich otec zmizí a rodina se ocitne v obrovských dluzích. Dívky jsou spolu s matkou nuceny vydat se na milost a nemilost Emeraldinu strýci, který je jen neochotně nechá bydlet na své farmě. V zoufalé snaze najít si práci, opustí Emerald venkov a odjede do Londýna, aby se stala společnicí vzdálené příbuzné. Vzpurná Abigail se nehodlá snížit k podřadným činnostem na farmě. Uteče proto také do města, ale brzy se dostane do problémů. Podaří se dívkám najít ztracené štěstí a stmelit rodinu zase dohromady?