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Sisters of Wartime England
Secrets
Ena picks up her glass and sips her wine thoughtfully, remembering the words of her boss at the Home Office. “The things we have to do to keep our country safe, Ena. They’re not always morally right, but they’re always necessary…”
Ena Dudley slips quietly away from the Foxden Hotel and heads back to London to see her husband Henry. Things have been difficult between them recently – though she still loves him as much as ever. Arriving home, she’s shocked to discover that he’s missing – having last been seen being led away by two mysterious men.
Ena soon learns that that Henry has been connected to a recently murdered woman, Helen Crowther. Ena knows her husband is no killer and – determined to clear Henry's name – she and her sisters meet in a small room in a West End theatre, once used to hide Jewish refugees in the war.
As Ena, Bess, Margot and Claire piece together the puzzle, they come to realise that Henry could be entangled in a much larger conspiracy than just Helen Crowther’s murder, one that reaches far back into the past, when the world was still at war. With danger lurking at every turn, the women must summon all their courage and resourcefulness to navigate the treacherous waters of espionage, betrayal, and murder.
Ena’s determination to uncover the truth and exonerate Henry becomes a race against time, as the Dudley sisters find themselves confronting powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets…
An absolutely gripping historical read, full of wartime secrets, love and betrayal. Perfect for fans of Rachel Wesson, Molly Green and Anna Stuart.
What readers are saying about this
“Fantastic Read. Twists and turns all the way through… would definitely recommend to everyone! Great!” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“Excellent reading!... Madalyn Morgan writes fantastic books.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“A gripping read!... I could not put this book down.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“A tightly woven plot where the suspense never slackens…. a complex and telling novel. I look forward to the next novel in the saga.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“Brilliant read… kept you wanting to read on, Madalyn Morgan never disappoints.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“What can I say, another winner! Loved it, every book just gets better, as it’s the eighth book should be 8 stars.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
Ena Dudley slips quietly away from the Foxden Hotel and heads back to London to see her husband Henry. Things have been difficult between them recently – though she still loves him as much as ever. Arriving home, she’s shocked to discover that he’s missing – having last been seen being led away by two mysterious men.
Ena soon learns that that Henry has been connected to a recently murdered woman, Helen Crowther. Ena knows her husband is no killer and – determined to clear Henry's name – she and her sisters meet in a small room in a West End theatre, once used to hide Jewish refugees in the war.
As Ena, Bess, Margot and Claire piece together the puzzle, they come to realise that Henry could be entangled in a much larger conspiracy than just Helen Crowther’s murder, one that reaches far back into the past, when the world was still at war. With danger lurking at every turn, the women must summon all their courage and resourcefulness to navigate the treacherous waters of espionage, betrayal, and murder.
Ena’s determination to uncover the truth and exonerate Henry becomes a race against time, as the Dudley sisters find themselves confronting powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets…
An absolutely gripping historical read, full of wartime secrets, love and betrayal. Perfect for fans of Rachel Wesson, Molly Green and Anna Stuart.
What readers are saying about this
“Fantastic Read. Twists and turns all the way through… would definitely recommend to everyone! Great!” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“Excellent reading!... Madalyn Morgan writes fantastic books.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“A gripping read!... I could not put this book down.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“A tightly woven plot where the suspense never slackens…. a complex and telling novel. I look forward to the next novel in the saga.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“Brilliant read… kept you wanting to read on, Madalyn Morgan never disappoints.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
“What can I say, another winner! Loved it, every book just gets better, as it’s the eighth book should be 8 stars.” Online reviewer, 5 stars
- GenresHistorical Fiction
320 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 8, 2023
About the author
Madalyn Morgan
14 books29 followersMadalyn Morgan has been an actress for more than thirty years working in repertory theatre, the West End, film and television. She is a radio presenter and journalist, writing articles for newspapers and magazines.
Madalyn was brought up in a busy working class pub in the market town of Lutterworth in Leicestershire. The pub was a great place for an aspiring actress and writer to live. There were so many wonderful characters to study and accents learn. At twenty-four Madalyn gave up a successful hairdressing salon and wig-hire business for a place at E15 Drama College, and a career as an actress.
In 2000, with fewer parts available for older actresses, Madalyn learned to touch type, completed a two-year course with The Writer's Bureau, and began writing. After living in London for thirty-six years, she has returned to her home town of Lutterworth, swapping two window boxes and a mortgage, for a garden and the freedom to write.
Madalyn is currently writing her third novel, China Blue, the third of four books about the lives of four very different sisters during the Second World War. First and second novels, Foxden Acres and Applause, are now available.
Visit Madalyn Morgan online:
The Foxden Acres Website: https://sites.google.com/site/foxdena...
Non-Fiction Blog: http://madalynmorgan.blogspot.co.uk/
Fiction Blog: http://madalynmorgansfiction.blogspot...
Actress website: http://www.madalynmorgan.com/
Madalyn was brought up in a busy working class pub in the market town of Lutterworth in Leicestershire. The pub was a great place for an aspiring actress and writer to live. There were so many wonderful characters to study and accents learn. At twenty-four Madalyn gave up a successful hairdressing salon and wig-hire business for a place at E15 Drama College, and a career as an actress.
In 2000, with fewer parts available for older actresses, Madalyn learned to touch type, completed a two-year course with The Writer's Bureau, and began writing. After living in London for thirty-six years, she has returned to her home town of Lutterworth, swapping two window boxes and a mortgage, for a garden and the freedom to write.
Madalyn is currently writing her third novel, China Blue, the third of four books about the lives of four very different sisters during the Second World War. First and second novels, Foxden Acres and Applause, are now available.
Visit Madalyn Morgan online:
The Foxden Acres Website: https://sites.google.com/site/foxdena...
Non-Fiction Blog: http://madalynmorgan.blogspot.co.uk/
Fiction Blog: http://madalynmorgansfiction.blogspot...
Actress website: http://www.madalynmorgan.com/
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July 18, 2020
Wow, this is magnificent!
The Dudley sisters are together again, and are determined to assist Ena clear her husband's name after he is framed for the murder of a mole in MI5.
This book is suspenseful, full of plenty of twists and turns, lies and secrets. Its a matter of who can you trust when so many surprises keep cropping up.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and cannot recommend it highly enough.
The Dudley sisters are together again, and are determined to assist Ena clear her husband's name after he is framed for the murder of a mole in MI5.
This book is suspenseful, full of plenty of twists and turns, lies and secrets. Its a matter of who can you trust when so many surprises keep cropping up.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and cannot recommend it highly enough.
September 22, 2023
Super novel/series
This book is the cream of the crop so far. Very fast paced and unable to put it down. It moves so fast you do not have time to try to figure out who is really guilty. The guilty party at the end I did not figure on but I was glad I did not like that character. But who knew there were way more bad than good in this novel. Get started on this series today you will love it.
This book is the cream of the crop so far. Very fast paced and unable to put it down. It moves so fast you do not have time to try to figure out who is really guilty. The guilty party at the end I did not figure on but I was glad I did not like that character. But who knew there were way more bad than good in this novel. Get started on this series today you will love it.
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June 28, 2026Absolutely brilliant
I couldn't read this book fast enough, the Dudley girls got their heads together, and help solve a problem. I am really looking forward to the next book in this series.
I couldn't read this book fast enough, the Dudley girls got their heads together, and help solve a problem. I am really looking forward to the next book in this series.
October 6, 2023
Wonderful storyline
If you like mystery & intrigue, Morgan manages it exceptionally well without needless repetition this time. From Start to finish she keeps you keenly tuned in.
If you like mystery & intrigue, Morgan manages it exceptionally well without needless repetition this time. From Start to finish she keeps you keenly tuned in.
November 30, 2021
I have long thought that Ms Morgan’s books would make a brilliant series set in WWII and She Casts a Long Shadow is no exception. I have really enjoyed getting to know the Dudley sisters and to learn how they use their wits to get by in a time of war. The tightly woven plot will keep you turning the pages and by the end of it you’ll be sorry that its finished. I’ve just bought her latest - Old Cases New Colours and I’m looking forward to reading that in the fullness of time. I read in Ms Morgan’s bio that she has been an actress and a radio presenter, that must be where she hones her skills as a story teller. Excellent.
July 5, 2020
Fabulously intriguing
With thanks to madalyn Morgan for writing a totally captivating read.
Having read all of this author's work, iam never disappointed and on this occasion of reading she casts a long shadow I was totally captivated from the first page following the Dudley sisters and in this particular book Ena I was sitting on the edge of my seat at times a truly fabulous rollercoaster of a journey I really can't praise this book enough. I would love to give more stars than I can give a total belter of a book.
With thanks to madalyn Morgan for writing a totally captivating read.
Having read all of this author's work, iam never disappointed and on this occasion of reading she casts a long shadow I was totally captivated from the first page following the Dudley sisters and in this particular book Ena I was sitting on the edge of my seat at times a truly fabulous rollercoaster of a journey I really can't praise this book enough. I would love to give more stars than I can give a total belter of a book.
July 15, 2020
Great read
I've enjoyed reading this book . There is so much going on that you can't put it down . It's hard to believe this sort of thing went on . Would recommend these books as they keep you interested . Looking forward to the next and more about the rest off the family. Thankyou
I've enjoyed reading this book . There is so much going on that you can't put it down . It's hard to believe this sort of thing went on . Would recommend these books as they keep you interested . Looking forward to the next and more about the rest off the family. Thankyou
August 26, 2020
The Dudley sisters together again. This book shows Ena determined to have justice for Henry.
She puts herself in dangerous situations.
You need to read it to find if she achieves this.
Many twists and turns.
Brilliant Maddie!
She puts herself in dangerous situations.
You need to read it to find if she achieves this.
Many twists and turns.
Brilliant Maddie!
June 29, 2020
Another fantastic book in the Dudley Sisters Saga, which involves all 4 sisters and a lot of interesting supporting characters.
December 20, 2020
Excellent read. Looking forward to next book in series
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