Children Of The Tide: A gripping and unforgettable historical fiction book from the Sunday Times bestselling author

by Val Wood

544 pages, Paperback

Published November 18, 2025

About the author

Valerie Wood

Since winning the Catherine Cookson Prize for Fiction for her first novel, The Hungry Tide, Val Wood has become one of the most popular authors in the UK. Born in the mining town of Castleford, Val came to East Yorkshire as a child and has lived in Hull and rural Holderness where many of her novels are set. She now lives in the market town of Beverley. When she is not writing, Val is busy promoting libraries and supporting many charities. Find out more about Val Wood's novels by visiting her website: www.valeriewood.co.uk

Reviews

[Emma Stretton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really easy read, I didn’t want to put it down. Lots of characters all intertwined, really well written.