Duty and Dreams at Harpers (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781805575238)

A BRAND NEW emotional 1930s saga of grief, hope and survival from BESTSELLING author Rosie Clarke. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Kitty Neale and Pam Howes! 'Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale

Can Harpers survive and thrive through the Great Depression?

London 1931

Sally Harper barely has time to catch her breath after the tragic death of her husband, Ben. Heartbroken, she must stay strong as Harpers Emporium and the livelihoods it supports struggles through hard times and a nation weighed down by depression.

At home, her children are grieving in different ways. Peter does his best to cope, while Jenny's sorrow has turned to anger and defiance. As questions about their future and the legacy they will inherit loom large, Sally faces them alone-wishing Ben were still by her side. Peter dreams of becoming a chef, and Jenny longs for the stage, but can Sally help them follow their passions?

With the steadfast support of friends and family, she carries on as best she can. At Harpers, Beth Burrows is surprised to find she's expecting her third child, while Kitty Wilson and Maureen Wright flourish in their new roles. But will happiness extend beyond work-for them, and for Sally herself?

A tale of renewed hope, dreams and survival set against the tough 1930's and the Great Depression.

If you love this, try Rosie's other series - Blackberry Farm, The Trenwith Series, Dressmakers Alley and Mulberry Lane

Praise for Rosie Clarke:

'Brilliant series. Another great read in the Harper series. Rosie Clarke makes all her characters seem so real, new ones are added which makes for good and exciting storylines, such good writing makes it so hard to put down so the ending comes far too fast..' - Reader Review

'Top-notch saga writing. A superb saga from a talented storyteller. Another immersive, captivating and compelling read from Rosie Clarke readers will struggle to put down' - Reader Review

'Love these books there is eight in the series and I have enjoyed reading each one' - Reader Review

'Another great read by Rosie Clarke. Looking forward to your next book which will hopefully follow Kitty's future.' - Reader Review

'As always there are lots of laughs and lots of tears in the Harpers books, I love them all, such a lovely story thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you Rosie for yet another lovely book' - Reader Review

'Having enjoyed Rosie Clark's previous 7 books in the Harper series, number 8 did not disappoint. Thoroughly enjoyed it, and look forward to read the next in the series!' - Reader Review

'Great catch up with everyone at Harpers, some strange encounters and some dark possibilities. Love the newer characters and their lives connected to Harpers. Brilliant writing and great stories' - Reader Review

'An absolutely wonderful book series. I love all the characters and all they get up to. Hopefully there will be more in this series. After all they have another war to get through. I highly recommend Rosie and all her books.' - Reader Review

' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale

'Love it. Read the whole series. Love them. I just love Rosie Clarke. Now got to find something else. I just find her reading so easy.' - Reader Review

Author: Rosie Clarke
ISBN-10: 1805575236
ISBN-13: 9781805575238
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Language: English
Published: 07/09/2026
Pages: 338
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.84d