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Jenny Rea

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Chelsea, The United Kingdom

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Historical Fiction, Romance, Children's

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Jenny was born in Chelsea, London, and now lives and writes from her home. She is the author of her debut novel, Those Missing Years. A retired lecturer in English, Maths, and ICT, Jenny has spent many years reading historical fiction and romance novels, as well as writing short genre fiction stories.
She holds qualifications in Creative Writing from the Open University and in British Sign Language.
Her inspiration for Those Missing Years came from a lifelong fascination with World War II history and the resilience of those who lived through it.

My debut novel, Those Missing Years, explores the quiet courage of a young girl evacuated during wartime—a story rooted in healing, displacement, and hope

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Free for Five Days — A Story Close to My Heart

For the next five days, Those Missing Years is free on Kindle.
It’s a story about Rose — a girl evacuated in 1940, carrying silence, loss, and the quiet hope of healing.
If you’ve ever wondered how a child finds her way through wartime loss and emotional silence, this might speak to you.
Please feel free to download it, share it, or leave a review if it resonates.
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What Happens in New York (What Happens in... #1)

by Kristina Adams (Goodreads Author)

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On Stage, Please

by Veronica Tennant

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The Nightingale

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Jenny Rea rated a book it was amazing Those Missing Years by Jenny Rea (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review from the author I wrote Those Missing Years to honour the quiet resilience of those who lived through wartime London. Seeing readers connect with Rose’s journey, and with Zach and Cosuda’s love and loyalty, has meant more than I can ...more
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Jenny Rea liked Zowie McArdle's review of Those Missing Years: " A beautifully written story. Those Missing Years captures the heartbreak and resilience of wartime London through the eyes of Rose, whose journey is both harrowing and inspiring. I won’t forget this one.”"
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A beautifully layered skating story. Between the Blades surprised me in the best way. It’s not just about figure skating, it’s about heartbreak, healing, and the courage it takes to rebuild trust. Lina and Alexei’s dynamic felt real and emotionally gr ...more
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I don’t usually read young adult fiction, but Keepers of Time and Order really drew me in. It’s a fun, imaginative time travel fantasy with a strong start. I especially enjoyed the historical details and the classic hero’s journey of a young boy disc ...more
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Jenny Rea is reading What Happens in New York: Those Missing Years is free on Kindle for five days. A quiet story of loss, resilience, and finding your way back. I’d love for you to read it. What Happens in New York (What Happens in... #1) by Kristina Adams (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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