Blackberry Farm (Clarke)

Discover Rosie Clarke's bestselling Blackberry Farm series! A story of life and survival during the war which is heart-rending and bitter-sweet, bringing you laughter and tears. Cambridgeshire – 1941 As the war rages on in Europe, it brings untold heartache to the Talbot family at Blackberry Farm. First Tom is missing in action and then his brother John. leaving the family distraught with worry. Faith finds herself in trouble and turns to Lizzie for support as fear and grief bring them closer together. But tragedy is never too far away and when it strikes, it may not be those who fight that suffer the most. Will Pam's prayers be answered and will both her sons return home? And can the family at Blackberry Farm unite to overcome their heartache and find hope for the future?

As the men fight and the war rages, there are some new arrivals on the farm… Cambridgeshire – 1942 As a new year begins and the war continues, young Artie Talbot feels trapped. In his heart he longs to fight, like his two brothers, for his king and country but is duty tied to Blackberry Farm. As feelings grow between Artie and Jeanie Salmons, Artie wonders if marriage will help him to finally accept his lot and settle down. Meanwhile, his brother John Talbot must come to terms with the tragic loss of a lost love. Can he overcome his trauma and begin to build a new life for himself and his new born son? Frances Grant, a new mysterious land girl arrives hoping to escape a violent past. Surely the countryside will offer her the safety and anonymity she craves. But someone is vengeful and eager to settle an old score… As a terrible shock rocks the family, will love and duty be enough to get the family through the dark days ahead?

Welcome back to Rosie Clarke's next instalment of her bestselling Blackberry Farm series. The war continues to touch everyone's lives and loves on Blackberry Farm. Cambridgeshire – 1943 As Spring blossoms, it seems love is in the air. 21-year-old, John Talbot dreams of a world not at war, where he can be a father to his young son Jonny and have a wife by his side. But is nurse Lucy Ross the woman for him? When brothers Tom and John are recalled to active service, Artie is left to look after the farm. But tragedy strikes at the very heart of the family, when Arthur peacefully passes and John is reported missing in action. Pam, is left grief-stricken and fearing the worst with John lost at sea – has John's luck finally run out? Pam's eldest Tom, returns home injured to convalesce and help a disgruntled Artie with the farm. But when the brothers become embroiled in a dreadful fight that could ruin several of the Talbot's lives, it's up to Tom to protect what they hold dear. With an uncertain future there are trials and tribulations ahead for the Talbots in this continuing bestselling saga. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBride Have you tried Rosie Clarke's Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Mulberry Lane series – you'll just love them! Praise for Rosie Clarke: rom tears to smiles. This book in fact the whole series had it all even emotion known. I had to read them back to back as Rosie Clarke books don't read so well in bits. I love her books.' - Reader Review 'In totally in love with all the characters in BlackBerry farm, I can't wait for the third instalment, hope it's not too long to wait, I love the way you describe your characters. Thank you' - Reader Review 'Again Rosie Clarke has written another fabulous addition to this superb series. As like the previous books I came completely absorbed in the characters and the story from the first page. This is one of my absolute favourite war time saga series. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the other two books in this delightful series. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️' - Reader Review 'Speechless. Why am I surprised at another great book , with unpredictable storylines from Rosie CLARKE. Just as good as the Harpers and Mulberry Lane Series' - Reader Review 'What a brilliant book, I couldn't put it down.' - Reader Review 'Just as good and Mulberry Lane. Thankful that I have another Rosie Clarke boxset to read. Equally as good and a page turner. Can't wait to read the next one.' - Reader Review 'Gripping. Once I started reading this I found it hard to put down.' - Reader Review 'A fantastic read and cannot wait for the next instalment about BlackBerry Farm.' - Reader Review '5.0 out of 5 stars plenty of action and well drawn characters in this opening to a new series. I loved this opening book in a new historical saga series and was quickly interested in the different family members who are introduced' - Reader Review Full of people whose lives intertwine , love ,loss heartbreak and strong wills .highly recommend it' - Reader Review 'Great read. I was born during WW2 and it brings back a lot of memories. Can't wait for the next book Rosie Clarke is a great writer.'- Reader Review

🕯️ Discover Rosie Clarke's next gritty instalment of her bestselling Blackberry Farm family saga series...❤️ Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBride💔 Nothing is ever easy on Blackberry Farm! Cambridgeshire – 1944 Pam Talbot dedicates her life to keeping those who live and work at Blackberry Farm fed, safe and sound as Artie holds the fort whilst brothers Tom and John are away on national service. Still reeling from the death of her beloved husband Arthur, Pam makes a rash decision in Arties's favour which backfires causing him to neglect his duty on the Farm. Now Artie is struggling to run two farms and to add to his woes a new land girl sets her sights on him and won't take no for an answer. John is transferred to convalesce in Sussex but is struggling to come to terms with his life changing injuries and new life. Can Sister Jane help him find peace and see a brighter future? Tom, still on active duty, is ordered undercover in his army unit to discover a traitor. Tom's life hangs in the balance if his secret mission is exposed. Can Tom find the traitor and be granted the honourable discharge he so craves? The Talbot's are never far from trouble and tragedy – maybe their luck is about to change – or maybe not... Have you tried Rosie Clarke's Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Mulberry Lane series – you'll just love them! Praise for Rosie Clarke: 'From tears to smiles. This book in fact the whole series had it all even emotion known. I had to read them back to back as Rosie Clarke books don't read so well in bits. I love her books.' - Reader Review 'In totally in love with all the characters in BlackBerry farm, I can't wait for the third instalment, hope it's not too long to wait, I love the way you describe your characters. Thank you' - Reader Review 'Again Rosie Clarke has written another fabulous addition to this superb series. As like the previous books I came completely absorbed in the characters and the story from the first page. This is one of my absolute favourite war time saga series. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the other two books in this delightful series. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️' - Reader Review 'Speechless. Why am I surprised at another great book , with unpredictable storylines from Rosie CLARKE. Just as good as the Harpers and Mulberry Lane Series' - Reader Review 'What a brilliant book, I couldn't put it down.' - Reader Review 'Just as good and Mulberry Lane. Thankful that I have another Rosie Clarke boxset to read. Equally as good and a page turner. Can't wait to read the next one.' - Reader Review 'Gripping. Once I started reading this I found it hard to put down.' - Reader Review 'A fantastic read and cannot wait for the next instalment about BlackBerry Farm.' - Reader Review '5.0 out of 5 stars plenty of action and well drawn characters in this opening to a new series. I loved this opening book in a new historical saga series and was quickly interested in the different family members who are introduced' - Reader Review Full of people whose lives intertwine, love, loss, heartbreak and strong wills, highly recommend it' - Reader Review 'Great read. I was born during WW2 and it brings back a lot of memories. Can't wait for the next book Rosie Clarke is a great writer.'- Reader Review

Discover the heartwarming Blackberry Farm series from bestseller Rosie Clarke This boxset contains the first 3 books in the Blackberry Farm series. • War Clouds Over Blackberry Farm • Heartache at Blackberry Farm • Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm War Clouds Over Blackberry Farm 1939 As the clouds of war begin to gather in Europe, the Talbot family of rural Blackberry Farm will be torn apart, just as so many families all over the world will be. Life will never be the same again. Whilst in London, the Salmons family will feel the pain of parting and loss. Brought together by war, the two families become intertwined and, as the outlook looks bleak, they must draw on each other's strength to fight through the hard times. Heartache at Blackberry Farm 1941 As the war rages on in Europe, it brings untold heartache to the Talbot family at Blackberry Farm. First Tom is missing in action and then his brother John. leaving the family distraught with worry. Faith finds herself in trouble and turns to Lizzie for support as fear and grief bring them closer together. But tragedy is never too far away and when it strikes, it may not be those who fight that suffer the most. Will Pam's prayers be answered and will both her sons return home? Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm 1942 As a new year begins and the war continues, young Artie Talbot feels trapped. In his heart he longs to fight, like his two brothers, for his king and country but is duty tied to Blackberry Farm. As a terrible shock rocks the family, will love and duty be enough to get the family through the dark days ahead?