The Forgotten Cottage

In this historical novel, an American nurse named Audrey Collins inherits her great-grandmother's home in North Yorkshire, prompting her to explore her family's hidden history. As she uncovers secrets from the past, the narrative intertwines with that of Lady Emilie Dawes, a nurse on the Western Front in 1915, who grapples with her privileged upbringing and the impact of a familiar face from her past. Set over a century apart, both women navigate their quests for purpose and love, highlighting the resilience of underestimated women and the lasting influence of family secrets.