Beyond the Sunset

by Margaret Thornton

After tragedy, her life takes an unexpected turn. Can she ever hope for happiness?

In Beyond the Sunset , Margaret Thornton writes a delightful historical saga set in Victorian Blackpool. Perfect for fans Sheila Newberry and Margaret Dickinson.

'This flowing novel by a Blackpool-born author interlaces cruelty and great passion in the story of a gipsy's curse' - Coventy Evening Telegraph

Before Molly Rimmer loses her parents in 1897, her future had seemed full of promise. Through her dream to own a shop in exclusive Jubilee Terrace in Blackpool and her budding relationship with charming gentleman, Joss, Molly hoped to raise herself above the poverty she was born into. But now Molly must take responsibility for her siblings and leave her ambitions, and, Joss, behind. She marries Hector Stubbins, leading light of the local Methodist church, searching for love and security. But Hector is not the man he first appears to be. Will Molly ever be able to find the happiness that once seemed to be within her grasp?

What readers are saying about Margaret

'[Margaret Thornton is] one of those writers with a sure skill in creating characters who become real to the reader . Indeed, so much so that they seem to leap out of the pages and make the story of which they're a part even more compelling '

'Margaret Thornton is a brilliant storyteller . Her books draw you in , so you feel you know the characters. Hard to put down '

' Five stars '

480 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Margaret Thornton was born in Blackpool and has lived there all her life. She was a qualified teacher but retired in order to concentrate on her writing.

Thornton has two children and five grandchildren. Her previous Blackpool sagas are available from Headline and have been highly praised. To date, she has written 24 novels.