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The Brigandshaw Chronicles #7
Horns of Dilemma
Returning to England, Frank is heading down two paths. One to make them, the ménage à trois, a trifle uncomfortable and admit the truth. The other, is to make money, and lots of it. And so like father like son, it seems Frank will succeed until he meets Connie Whitaker.
Meantime, Frank’s siblings are making their own way in a city that is recovering from the fallout of war. Amongst the jazz set and artists living in Chelsea, Beth falls in love with a man who doesn’t love her; Dorian finds himself in a worrying dilemma and Kim sets off on his travels to India. However, when they are all summoned to Hastings Court, everything the young Brigandshaws have come to love is about to unravel, threatened with collapse, and truths are revealed.
With the flame of empire about to go out, along with crippling taxes, the enduring Brigandshaws strive to make their way into a new Britain in this next installment of Peter Rimmer’s historical fiction series, the seventh in the epic saga of the Brigandshaws, Horns of Dilemma .
Meantime, Frank’s siblings are making their own way in a city that is recovering from the fallout of war. Amongst the jazz set and artists living in Chelsea, Beth falls in love with a man who doesn’t love her; Dorian finds himself in a worrying dilemma and Kim sets off on his travels to India. However, when they are all summoned to Hastings Court, everything the young Brigandshaws have come to love is about to unravel, threatened with collapse, and truths are revealed.
With the flame of empire about to go out, along with crippling taxes, the enduring Brigandshaws strive to make their way into a new Britain in this next installment of Peter Rimmer’s historical fiction series, the seventh in the epic saga of the Brigandshaws, Horns of Dilemma .
- GenresHistorical Fiction
397 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2020
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About the author
Peter Rimmer
77 books86 followersPeter Rimmer was born in London, England, and grew up in the south of the city where he went to Cranleigh School. After the Second World War and at aged 18, Peter joined the Royal Air Force, reaching the rank of Pilot Officer before he was 19. Then at the end of his National Service and with the optimism of youth, he sailed for Africa with his older brother to grow tobacco in what was then Rhodesia, and the odyssey of his life began.
The years went by and Peter found himself in Johannesburg founding an insurance brokering company. Over 2% of the companies listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange were clients of Rimmer Associates. He opened companies in the United States of America, Australia and Hong Kong and travelled extensively between the branches.
His passion had always been writing books, which he started at a very early age, though running a business was a driving force too and a common thread throughout his books. By the 1990’s, he had written several novels about Africa and England, and his breakthrough came with Cry of the Fish Eagle published by HarperCollins, Zimbabwe. It was a bestseller, which was followed up with the release of Vultures in the Wind. However, during this time, Zimbabwe was going through its struggles and the books did not get their just international recognition.
Having lived a reclusive life on his beloved smallholding in Knysna, South Africa, for over 25 years, Peter passed away in July 2018. He has left an enormous legacy of unpublished work for his family to release over the coming years, and not only them but also his readers from around the world will sorely miss him. Peter Rimmer was 81 years old.
To learn more about Peter, and to get a free starter library of novels, visit his website at www.peterrimmer.com, or find him on Facebook.com/PeterRimmerAuthor, follow him on Twitter @htcrimmer.com, and on BookBub: www.bookbub.com/authors/peter-rimmer
The years went by and Peter found himself in Johannesburg founding an insurance brokering company. Over 2% of the companies listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange were clients of Rimmer Associates. He opened companies in the United States of America, Australia and Hong Kong and travelled extensively between the branches.
His passion had always been writing books, which he started at a very early age, though running a business was a driving force too and a common thread throughout his books. By the 1990’s, he had written several novels about Africa and England, and his breakthrough came with Cry of the Fish Eagle published by HarperCollins, Zimbabwe. It was a bestseller, which was followed up with the release of Vultures in the Wind. However, during this time, Zimbabwe was going through its struggles and the books did not get their just international recognition.
Having lived a reclusive life on his beloved smallholding in Knysna, South Africa, for over 25 years, Peter passed away in July 2018. He has left an enormous legacy of unpublished work for his family to release over the coming years, and not only them but also his readers from around the world will sorely miss him. Peter Rimmer was 81 years old.
To learn more about Peter, and to get a free starter library of novels, visit his website at www.peterrimmer.com, or find him on Facebook.com/PeterRimmerAuthor, follow him on Twitter @htcrimmer.com, and on BookBub: www.bookbub.com/authors/peter-rimmer
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May 11, 2022
great book
All I can say about this book is you need to read it. Many side stories were tied up and other new stories have begun.
All I can say about this book is you need to read it. Many side stories were tied up and other new stories have begun.
February 16, 2020
Perfect in every way.
Having read all of Peter's work I find it hard to distinguish between the books delivered by Peter himself and the posthumous releases after his sad passing. Very well done Kamba publishing.
The Brigandshaw Chronicles are without doubt one of the best long running sagas I have ever read.
Waiting for episode eight will be very hard.
Having read all of Peter's work I find it hard to distinguish between the books delivered by Peter himself and the posthumous releases after his sad passing. Very well done Kamba publishing.
The Brigandshaw Chronicles are without doubt one of the best long running sagas I have ever read.
Waiting for episode eight will be very hard.
February 15, 2020
Life and death but who.
Another good read with some twist and turns also some surprises. If you have not read any of the Brigandshaw books you need start withe book 1. Now waiting for book 8 to arrive.
Another good read with some twist and turns also some surprises. If you have not read any of the Brigandshaw books you need start withe book 1. Now waiting for book 8 to arrive.
September 1, 2023
Continuing story of the Brigandshaw family. This dealt with 90 percent of Franks life. He always knew that Harry wasn't his father, but he just wanted someone to tell him. It was a secret in the family, but it really hurt Frank in his formative years. Tina his mother was a vain selfish woman. Harry loved Frank as his son and tried to keep peace. Frank's real father was his mother's first and only love but he was a selfish man.
February 2, 2020
Another excellent book.
I discovered Peter Rimmer's books last year and read and thoroughly enjoyed them all especially the Brigandshaw Chronicles. This latest one in the series does not disappoint. One of the things I enjoy is the historical accuracy. I hope it is not too long until the next book comes out.
I discovered Peter Rimmer's books last year and read and thoroughly enjoyed them all especially the Brigandshaw Chronicles. This latest one in the series does not disappoint. One of the things I enjoy is the historical accuracy. I hope it is not too long until the next book comes out.
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May 9, 2025Hooked
Thought I might like the first book. Now completely hooked and just starting book 8.
IThe series is beautifully crafted and the books flow from one to the other with characters carefully added to build layer upon layer.
One of the best series I have ever read and still another 8 books to keep me enthralled.
Thought I might like the first book. Now completely hooked and just starting book 8.
IThe series is beautifully crafted and the books flow from one to the other with characters carefully added to build layer upon layer.
One of the best series I have ever read and still another 8 books to keep me enthralled.
February 25, 2020
Great Series
This continues to be a great series. The characters are well developed and continue to be tightly wrapped around the central theme of family. I’m eagerly anticipating the next installment.
This continues to be a great series. The characters are well developed and continue to be tightly wrapped around the central theme of family. I’m eagerly anticipating the next installment.
March 5, 2020
Brilliant read.
Just finished book 7, eagerly awaiting number 8.
I've really enjoyed all reading this series found it very hard to put down, even put off gardening so I could finish it.
Just finished book 7, eagerly awaiting number 8.
I've really enjoyed all reading this series found it very hard to put down, even put off gardening so I could finish it.
April 12, 2020
A truly wonderful book
As always with Peter Rimmer, an amazing read. I really could not put it down. I can’t wait for the next book to be released. I am extremely pleased that Harry is returning to Africa as that is where I felt he belonged.
As always with Peter Rimmer, an amazing read. I really could not put it down. I can’t wait for the next book to be released. I am extremely pleased that Harry is returning to Africa as that is where I felt he belonged.
June 25, 2021
This Wonderful Saga Continues!
I started with Book #1. This one is #7. All have met my expectations, none have disappointed and the interest started with 1 hasn't flagged. Books #8 and #9 are waiting.
I started with Book #1. This one is #7. All have met my expectations, none have disappointed and the interest started with 1 hasn't flagged. Books #8 and #9 are waiting.
February 5, 2020
Another great read
Thoroughly enjoyed this next chapter and looking forward to further chapters. This review from the husband of the post person.
Thoroughly enjoyed this next chapter and looking forward to further chapters. This review from the husband of the post person.
February 11, 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed this continuing saga. Just enough reminders regarding whose who in the characters. So much better than book 7.
Can’t wait for book 8
Can’t wait for book 8
July 6, 2022
Epic family saga
I've enjoyed the context, history, characters, and controversy in time. What could be better. I look forward to the next in this delightful series
I've enjoyed the context, history, characters, and controversy in time. What could be better. I look forward to the next in this delightful series
December 15, 2023
Great story, but I’m ready to return to Rhodesia. The killer animals there are way less scary than in London.
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