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Spare Brides

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Spare Brides by Adele Parks is a historical romance that delves into the lives of a group of women navigating the aftermath of World War I. With an excess of single women due to the war's toll, these "spare brides" grapple with societal expectations and personal desires. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness in a changing world.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the complex emotions and societal challenges faced by women in post-World War I England. It captures the lives of women navigating love, loss, and the search for purpose in a changing world, offering romance intertwined with historical depth.

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Spare Brides

Hope. Glamour. Independence. A new era has begun… ‘A wonderfully absorbing tale of friendship, rich in period detail’ Stylist

A captivating, romantic historical fiction novel from the Sunday Times Number One bestselling author

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Hope. Glamour. Independence. A new era has begun…

‘A wonderfully absorbing tale of friendship, rich in period detail’ Stylist

With the Great War behind them, four friends are ready to live again.

Lydia, a society beauty, has everything – wealth, status and a husband who survived the War. All she has to do now is provide an heir.

Widowed Sarah cares for her wounded brother, certain that no one will ever replace her brave husband.

Younger sister Beatrice finds it hard to shine, especially when there are so few men left to shine for…

And independent Ava – who can light any room – is determined to seize the freedom of being a single woman.

But when these four meet the irresistible war hero Sergeant Major Edgar Trent, everything changes…

Spare Brides is a glorious novel about love, loss, change and chances from the Number One bestselling author Adele Parks.

Praise for Spare Brides:

‘A resounding success … a triumph’ Daily Mail

‘A touching novel’ Daily Express

‘You’ll love the drama, the gorgeous dresses, grand houses and in particular, the handsome but damaged love interest’ Good Housekeeping

‘This is the first historical novel from bestselling author Adele Parks and it’s a powerful read’ Closer

‘The great author’s first historical novel and it’s a total smash’ Heat

‘A wonderful novel about a group of women struggling to deal with life after World War One… a heady cocktail of love, class and beaded frocks. Her most accomplished novel yet’ Daisy Goodwin

‘A wonderfully absorbing tale of friendship, rich in period detail’ Stylist

‘A fantastic read’ Fabulous

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Adele Parks' Spare Brides is praised as a successful and touching historical romance set after World War One. Reviewers commend its dramatic elements, period detail, and the portrayal of women's struggles in post-war society. The novel is acclaimed for its captivating narrative, elegant setting, and compelling characters, making it a standout piece from a bestselling author.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008409104

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 544

About the Author

Adele Parks MBE was born in North Yorkshire. She is the author of 21 bestselling novels including most recently the Sunday Times and ebook Number One bestseller Both of You. Adele's recent Number One bestsellers Lies Lies Lies and Just My Luck were shortlisted for the British Book Awards and have been optioned for development for TV. Adele has lived in Botswana, Italy and London and is now settled in Guildford, Surrey. In 2022 she was awarded an MBE for services to literature. Find Adele on Twitter @adeleparks, Instagram @adele_parks and Facebook @OfficialAdeleParks or visit www.adeleparks.com.

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