Ruth Saberton crafts compelling narratives set against the picturesque backdrop of Cornwall, weaving tales rich with romance and secrets. Her stories delve into the complexities of human relationships, unearthing hidden desires and compelling connections. With a distinctive narrative voice, she invites readers into worlds where emotion and intrigue intertwine.
Set in the golden summer before the First World War, the story follows Emily Pendennys, who feels the weight of her duty to secure her family's future through a strategic marriage. Love seems unattainable as she remains bound to her small Cornish village. However, a fateful encounter offers her a glimpse of a different life and ignites a passionate romance that will alter her destiny forever, just as the looming war threatens to change everything she knows.
When Nell Summers stumbles across a photograph in her late father's belongings, the faded image of a young soldier leads her to question everything she knows. Drawn to Cornwall in search of answers, a neglected garden and crumbling Second World War fortifications offer some explanation, but does anyone remain who might remember the truth? And whose promise was broken with devastating consequences? As her world turns upside down, Nell must face her own past and confront secrets deeper and darker than she could ever imagine
Running Away... Since leaving Polwenna Bay for the bright lights of London, actress Summer Penhalligan has tried her hardest to never look back; Jake, her childhood sweetheart, let her down terribly and the beautiful Cornish village holds nothing but painful memories. It's only when a volatile relationship threatens to destroy all she holds dear that Summer finds herself returning to the place she knows so well. Jake Tremaine has travelled the world but reluctantly finds himself drawn back to Polwenna Bay to run the family marina and take care of his unruly siblings. While Jake knows his attention should be on the rescuing the business, determined Ella, daughter of a wealthy hotelier, is set on working her way into his affections and beneath his sheets. The last thing Ella will tolerate is the reappearance of a rival... As the holiday season approaches and seaside life gathers pace, Jake suspects that Summer is keeping a huge secret from him. But Summer is not the only person in the village with something to hide. Is she just an echo of Jake's past or are there far more important matters at stake?
