In this compelling and heartwarming novel, Alix Rickloff shares with us two women, mother and daughter, whose tragic and triumphant lives intertwine through two world wars. The story pulls us into the universal struggle of all women to find their places in their worlds. I was deeply moved.
Karen Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The Royal ... Read moreNanny Filled with secrets that kept me turning pages to get to the mysterious truth. At the heart, this is a novel about searching for one's identity. The vivid writing combined with such an intriguing story make Alix Rickloff an exciting voice in historical fiction.
Renee Rosen, bestselling author of White Collar Girl Alix Rickloff's debut is a delight - beautifully written with fascinating characters, rich historical detail and an intriguing family mystery that keeps the pages turning.
Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author Telling an elegant tale about a mother and daughter trying to find themselves in the midst of two very different world wars, Alix Rickloff establishes herself as an up and coming talent in the historical fiction genre.
Stephanie Dray, New York Times bestselling author of America's First Daughter In this engaging and deftly plotted novel, Alix Rickloff introduces us to two heroines who are [...] so memorable and richly portrayed that they all but leap off the page. I loved Secrets of Nanreath Hall [...] and I eagerly await more from this sensitive and gifted novelist.
Jennifer Robson, International Bestselling author of Moonlight Over Paris an emotional and fascinating journey into the hearts of many women. [...] Many will find the soap-opera plotline, likable characters, colorful backdrop and the quest for answers to decades-old questions as much fun as a Downtown Abbey episode.
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