The Return of Captain John Emmett

Set in 1920, this novel follows Laurence Bartram, a reclusive survivor of the Western Front, as he investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding a young woman's brother’s death and the lingering effects of war on peacetime England. As Laurence delves into the connections between a soldier’s suicide, war poets, and hidden romances, he uncovers troubling truths that challenge his understanding of those around him. The story explores themes of memory, loss, and the haunting aftermath of conflict without revealing any spoilers.