Will promises and choices lead to happiness or heartbreak?

Scotland, 1900

When working class Christy Craig marries the wild and wealthy Andrew Melville, an unequal union is formed, frowned upon by both families.

While Andrew is away at sea, Christy pursues a career producing perfume and cosmetics, causing tension with Andrew who believes she should devote herself to their two small children and himself.

When a family tragedy drives Andrew to New Zealand, Christy is left at home juggling family life and revitalising her father’s soap-making business.

Meanwhile Andrew begins calling on Isobel Armstrong an old childhood flame and old passions and temptations are reignited.

When Andrew finally returns home for his mother’s funeral seeking reconciliation – some welcome him more than others…

Storytelling at its best, Evelyn Hood is the original bestselling Scottish saga writer. A heartfelt historical read about survival and reconciliation from Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood

Previously published as The Promise Box by Louise James

PRAISE FOR EVELYN HOOD

'Compelling from the start, heartfelt and beautifully written.' - Rosie Clarke

'If you like Catherine Cookson, you’ll love Evelyn Hood’s books.’ - Lizzie Lane

‘Evelyn Hood’s characters step off the page and into your heart.’ - Sheila Riley

‘This is addictive and heartfelt storytelling, with colourful characters you'll never want to say goodbye to.’ - Jane Lark

''Loved the strong, relatable characters. A lively, refreshing read.' - Kate Eastham

'Wonderfully descriptive, with memorable characters and a true sense of place.' - Tracy Baines

'Faultless historical detail and emotionally complex characters makethese engrossing and intelligent Evelyn Hood's sagas deeply satisfying' - Maisie Thomas

‘Evocative, beautifully rich, brilliantly detailed and meticulously researched - this story transported me and kept me up way past my bedtime - a triumph of a story. I very highly recommend Evelyn Hood’ – Renita D’Silva

'Scotland's Catherine Cookson' - Scots Magazine

‘Hood is immaculate in her historical detail’ - Scottish Herald

'Quite simply, I couldn't put it down. A rich and rewarding read' - Emma Blair

'Evelyn Hood has been called Scotland's Catherine Cookson. Unfair. She has her own distinctive voice' - Scots Magazine

‘Touching, romantic and unforgettable’ - Reader Review

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‘Evelyn Hood is a fantastic writer, bringing the past to life and drawing you right into the story’ - Reader Review