Her Forgotten Promise: An utterly sweeping and heartbreaking WW2 historical fiction debut for 2025!

‘A story of love, loss, sacrifice and bravery. After this stunning debut, I can't wait to see what Corin writes next!’ Kathleen McGurl, author of The Girl from Bletchley Park A wartime secret. A journey to uncover the truth. Claire has always had a special bond with her aunt Margaret, but she’s astonished when Margaret suddenly begins talking about a friend called Agnes, who Margaret met working as a WAAF in World War 2 – a past Claire had no idea about. Margaret and Agnes were best friends until Agnes started acting strangely, becoming secretive and distant. Then one morning, Agnes vanished and never returned home, leaving Margaret distraught. Claire promises to delve back into the past and help discover what happened to Agnes. But Margaret’s memory is rapidly deteriorating, and apart from an old photograph of the two women, Agnes seems to have disappeared into thin air. Can Claire uncover Agnes’ story before it’s too late? An utterly heart-wrenching and unputdownable novel about love, loss and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Lorna Cook and Kathryn Hughes. Readers LOVE Her Forgotten Promise! ‘Five stars for this very accomplished debut, with characters that will pull your heartstrings and an intriguing mystery that made me rush through the chapters.’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘A beautiful romance… Loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘I was completely swept up in this epic story of love, loss and adventure… I hugely recommend this debut!’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘So well written and meticulously researched… The characters were really believable and I found it easy to picture the story in my head.’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘I feel like I have lost a group of friends after finishing this book… a great storyline to devour.’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? ‘A well written and captivating story. ’ NetGalley reviewer, ????? In this historical fiction, Corin Burnside masterfully weaves a tale of a forgotten promise, a secret from World War II, and a mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The author's latest work is a testament to her ability to create a captivating narrative that resonates with readers long after they've turned the last page. For fans of Lisa Wingate (The Book of Lost Friends), Ellie Midwood (The Girl Who Escaped from Auschwitz), Ariel Lawhon (When We Had Wings), David Baldacci (Strangers in Time), and Ann Bennett (The Fortune Teller of Kathmandu). HarperCollins 2023