Softly Grow the Poppies

Set against the backdrop of 1914, this heartfelt story follows Rose Beechworth, the mistress of a country house, as her world changes with the arrival of young heiress Alice Weatherly and her connection to the war. As Harry inherits Summer Place and converts it into a hospital for wounded soldiers, the characters' lives are deeply affected by love, loss, and hope amid turbulent times. Audrey Howard weaves a touching tale of resilience, set in Lancashire’s historic landscape, exploring the enduring power of human connection.