Torn - (Broughton Hall) 2nd Edition by Karen Turner (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Yorkshire 1808

When 14 year old Alexandra meets Patrick, her handsome and notorious step-brother, she is confused and resentful as he shakes the foundations of everything she has ever known. Driving a wedge between Alex and her brother Simon, he tears apart the fabric of her quiet world. Yet she is intrigued by the enigmatic Patrick and finds herself increasingly drawn to him.

These are the years between childhood and womanhood, during which Alex begins to realise that her growing affection for Patrick owes nothing to sibling fondness.

But these are turbulent times for England and Patrick and Simon, answering the call of adventure, join the fight against Napoleon with devastating consequences.

In a family ravaged by war and deceit Alex finds herself betrayed in the worst possible way.

This is the story of one woman's passionate struggle for love and hope against all the constraints of her time.

Review Quotes

This is no Jane Austen style romance. It is a fantastic, somewhat dark historical read and Patrick is no Mr Darcy. Beyond the Bump reviews

My friend stole my book - she loves it. Her only complaint, "I want the sequel now!!" Melissa - reader, Victoria

I just finished reading Torn. Loved it, couldn't put it down - I even had to sneak a peek while on the bus heading on a class trip. Karen - reader, Canada

Torn is incredibly well written. Intelligent, often witty dialogue... it left me wanting more. Pippa - reader, Goodreads

The book made me think of Downton Abbey - the way the clothing, homes and countryside was described - it was just beautiful. Nicole - reader, Goodreads