A Distant Shore - by Daisy Wood (Paperback)

About the Book

One woman searching for her past. One man on a mission for answers. And a secret that will change their lives forever.

Book Synopsis

One woman searching for her past. One man on a mission for answers. And a secret that will change their lives forever.

Ireland, 1915. In the shadow of the Great War, Jane Doe washes ashore in Queenstown, remembering nothing of her past. A survivor of the Lusitania, a civilian vessel torpedoed by German submarines, she's desperate to uncover her identity. But the stories of her fellow passengers only deepen her confusion and heartache.

London, 1915. George Wilkinson, FBI investigator, receives a chilling telegram: an alert about Mary Turner, wanted in connection with the murder of her employer. Hearing about a lone woman survivor of a German attack, he travels to Ireland to uncover her true identity. But what he will uncover will be more devastating than he could ever imagine.

And so begins a journey from New York to Liverpool, from the heights of society to the third-class decks of a doomed ship, as Jane and George draw ever closer to the truth that will bind their fates forever...

A breathtaking tale of secrets and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore and Lucinda Riley.

Readers love Daisy Wood!

'Oh my!!! This is one of those books you just can't put down or stop thinking about. A must read.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'One of my favourite reads of the year. The two timelines are seamlessly [woven] together... I loved it!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A truly wonderful read that you will not want to put down!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'This book had me mesmerised from beginning to end. Highly recommended.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A heck of a good story filled with hope, and heartbreaking at the same time. Brilliantly written!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Such a stunning read! Five stars.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review Quotes

Readers love Daisy Wood:

'A heck of a good story filled with hope, and heartbreaking at the same time. Brilliantly written!' NetGalley reviewer

'A ticking time-bomb of intrigue, wrapped around stark but rich descriptions of the Blitz. An unforgettable wartime debut.' Mandy Robotham, internationally bestselling author

'A truly riveting read. If you love historical fiction, this one ticks all the boxes. Five out of five!' NetGalley reviewer

'A truly wonderful read that you will not want to put down!' NetGalley reviewer

'Oh my!!! This is one of those books you just can't put down or stop thinking about. A must read.' NetGalley reviewer

'One of my favourite reads of the year. The two timelines are seamlessly [woven] together... I loved it!' NetGalley reviewer

'Such a stunning read! Five stars.' NetGalley reviewer

'This book had me mesmerised from beginning to end. Highly recommended.' NetGalley reviewer

About the Author

Daisy Wood worked as an editor in publishing before she started writing her own books. She has a degree in English Literature and an MA in Creative Writing from City University, London. She divides her time between London and Dorset, and when not lurking in the London Library, can often be found chasing a rescue Pointer through various parks with a Basset Hound and a French Bulldog in tow.