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Only Time Will Tell

By Jeffrey Archer
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Only Time Will Tell by Jeffrey Archer is the first book in the Clifton Chronicles series, following the life of Harry Clifton from his humble beginnings in post-World War I England. The narrative explores themes of ambition, destiny, and identity as Harry grows up and uncovers family secrets, with his journey intricately linked to the fortunes of the wealthy Barrington family. The story is rich with twists and the influences of historical events that shape the characters' lives.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by family sagas and narratives that span across multiple generations. It offers a captivating blend of drama, intrigue, and memorable characters set against the backdrop of historical events, making it perfect for fans of richly woven stories with complex relationships.

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The number one bestselling first book in The Clifton Chronicles, a multi-generational family saga.

The number one bestselling first book in The Clifton Chronicles, a multi-generational family saga.

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Ambitious and addictive, Only Time Will Tell is the first novel in Jeffrey Archer's The Clifton Chronicles, beginning the epic tale of Harry Clifton, a working-class boy from the docks of Bristol.

It is 1920, and against the backdrop of a world ravaged by conflict, Harry's story begins with the words 'I was told that my father was killed in the war'. Harry's existence is defined by the death of his father, and he seems destined to a life on the docks until a remarkable gift wins him a scholarship to an exclusive boys' school and entry into a world he could never have envisaged.

Over the course of twenty years, as the Second World War and the fight against Hitler draw nearer, Harry will learn the awful truth about his father's death and of his own connections to a powerful shipping family, the Barringtons. And in doing so, he will change his destiny forever.

Richly imagined and populated with remarkable characters, The Clifton Chronicles will take you on a powerful journey, bringing to life one hundred years of family history in a story neither you, nor Harry, could ever have dreamt of.

Continue the bestselling series with The Sins of the Father and Best Kept Secret.

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Only Time Will Tell by Jeffrey Archer is widely praised for its engaging storytelling and the author's knack for creating gripping narratives. Reviewers commend the book's pace and imaginative cliffhanger ending, enticing readers to eagerly anticipate the next volume. Archer's skill as a natural storyteller is highlighted, with his ability to keep audiences hooked credited for his impressive sales success.

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ISBN: 9781035022779

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pan Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 39.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 324g

Pages: 480

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About the Author

Jeffrey Archer, whose novels and short stories include the Clifton Chronicles, Kane and Abel and Cat O' Nine Tales, is one of the world's favourite storytellers and has topped the bestseller lists around the world in a career spanning four decades. His work has been sold in ninety-seven countries and in more than thirty-seven languages. He is the only author ever to have been a number one bestseller in fiction, short stories and non-fiction (The Prison Diaries). Jeffrey is also an art collector, sports lover, and amateur auctioneer, conducting numerous charity auctions every year. A member of the House of Lords for over a quarter of a century, the author is married to Dame Mary Archer, and they have two sons, two grandsons and a granddaughter.

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