The Fall and Rise of Lucy Charlton

Set in 1920s Durham, this story follows Lucy Charlton, who faces a devastating setback after her dreams of working in her family’s solicitor firm are shattered. Meanwhile, Joe Hardy returns to England after the war, inheriting a mysterious river house in Durham, leading to their paths crossing when Lucy agrees to help him uncover the truth about his benefactor. As they become involved, their lives are soon intertwined in unforeseen ways, with secrets from the past threatening their futures.