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The year is 1890, and the sun never sets on the British Empire. James Carregan is eager to find fortune and excitement, far away from his protective father’s influence. Setting off for Cape Town, he joins a pioneer column advancing its way into disputed territory in the kingdom of Mashonaland. Despite the pioneers’ agreement with the mercurial Matabele King Lobengula, their journey north is fraught with treachery and danger. Although the king has promised them safe travel, each day brings the possibility of a brutal attack by the tribal indunas. 

In the grip of his father's ambitions, Sebastian Brigandshaw faces banishment to the colonies, his dreams of love crushed. Yet, at the port of Cape Town, and a chance encounter, Sebastian finds an ally in a Boer hunter. Together, the men navigate a new life, all the while stirrings of war are threatening everything they’ve built. But they forge a bond that defies borders. And, Sebastian never forgets his first love…

Flying Officer Rupert Pengelly briefly escapes war to the British colony of Rhodesia. His mission not just duty-driven but a promise to look for an orphaned young girl, Sasa Savage. Having disappeared into the African bush with her eccentric grandfather, she is lost to him and with time running out he rejoins the theatre of war. When peace returns, Rupert travels home to his beloved Cornwall and the farm he loves, only to learn he has been cruelly cheated out of his inheritance by his distant cousin. Devastated and desolate. Rupert is torn.

Tina Brigandshaw has achieved her dream. Lady of the Manor. But like most things, it comes with a price… Appearances are deceiving. Harry Brigandshaw is blissfully happy on his African farm, but his wife is not. She is scheming.

The first three books in Peter Rimmer's epic Brigandshaw Chronicles, the massive series that will have you gripped for months! In 1887, British ships continue to arrive at the bustling, growing port of Cape Town in South Africa. On board, one of them is a young man, Sebastian Brigandshaw, exiled from England by his abusive father.

With rumours swirling of his parentage, Frank Brigandshaw wants answers: Who put horns on his father’s head? Returning to England, Frank is heading down two paths. One to make them, the ménage à trois a trifle uncomfortable and admit the truth. The other, to make money, and lots of it. And so like father like son, it seems Frank will succeed until he meets Connie Whitaker.

From the time of William the Conqueror, the Beaumonts have enjoyed the privileges of wealth and position. Their pleasure is to be nothing more than farmers and knights of the realm. Nevertheless, with the dawn of the 20th century, a stray artillery shell slays the current baronet and Thomas Beaumont finds himself the new incumbent, but with no farming knowledge, his first instinct is to run. However, the family motto reads: Where there is a will, there is a way. Sir Thomas finds his way, and by the end of the war, the future looks brighter. Then another deadly crisis rears its head.

A fragile peace is broken and James Carregan is called to action. All thoughts of finding a suitable wife evaporate. Months later, the Shona rebellion quelled, James finds himself crossing paths with power-hungry Gavin Morgan, the son of his old friend, Rhys. With an irresistible proposition, James and his new acquaintance leave the Morgandale Estate for Cape Town. Becoming the toast of the town, Gavin hosts a series of bacchanal parties attracting high-ranking British officers and beautiful women alike…including the scintillating Sonny, James’s love interest.

As 1907 dawns, Harry Brigandshaw, a promising young graduate, faces a future of limitless possibilities. During a tranquil Dorset summer, love blossoms with Lucinda St Clair, casting its spell over their idyllic days. Yet, destiny takes an unexpected turn. A telegram calls Harry back to Africa. To Elephant Walk…

Tina is excruciatingly bored. Africa is not the glitz and glamour of 1920s London. Harry Brigandshaw, however, couldn’t be happier on his African farm. But with his young wife pressuring him to return to England, Harry caves into her demands. The soul of London is what Tina desires. Plunging herself into the hedonistic swirl of social engagements, she rekindles her flirtatious dance with Barnaby St Clair. Heedless, Harry returns to business. Including financing a musical with his old flame in the leading role. Danger swirls and jealousies flare....

Having caught Barend up in the African bush, the friends reach the barren Atlantic coastline. Alone with their troubled thoughts, they try to console each other, but eventually part ways. Whilst fishing for his supper in a small alcove, Harry makes a discovery. One that could make no difference to him, or one that brings contentment to his life. Realizing it is the future he wants, at peace with himself and his ghosts, Harry returns to Elephant Walk. 

What the older generation of Brigandshaws feared has returned. The world is no longer on the brink of tears. Having joined the Air Ministry, Harry Brigandshaw is itching to fly, but deemed too old. He has no alternative but to stay in London, working to keep his fevered mind at rest and running for shelter as the chilling air-raid sirens sound.

The Tutsi tribe have kept him captured for more than two years, with his disappearance extensively reported worldwide. Ingeniously escaping in 1931, Harry heads for Dar es Salaam. Dishevelled and unrecognisable, he hides on the beaches waiting for a ship to dock. But little does he know all that has happened, with Colonial Shipping stolen....

The 1950s are in full swing, and for some, World War II is just a grim memory. Young Adam Beaumont, the son of a wealthy aristocratic family, is a commissioned officer in the Royal Air Force. With Adam’s uncle wielding considerable influence, he is next in line for the Baronetcy. But Adam cares little for family politics, and is still haunted by the murder of his Malayan mother at the hands of the Japanese.