In Farleigh Field A Novel of World War II by Rhys Bowen
.The English countryside felt like a safe haven from the war, until the war landed in Farleigh Field.
In Farleigh Field
A Novel of World War II
by Rhys Bowen On-sale March 1, 2017
Farleigh Place is removed from the war by more than just miles. While bombs rain down on London just an hour away, life goes on as usual at this Downton Abbey-like estate in the countryside. Hampered only by a skeletal wartime staff, a dwindling supply of meat coupons, and an army regiment that’s taken up residence at the big house, Farleigh is almost too idyllic to be real—until one night, when a soldier with a failed parachute falls to his death on the grounds, and the war literally hits home for Lord Westerham and his five daughters.
Inspired by the real events and people of World War II, IN FARLEIGH FIELD (Lake Union Publishing; On-sale March 1, 2017) is a sweeping and riveting saga of class, family, love, and betrayal by Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of more than 30 novels and three award-winning historical mystery series.
In Bowen’s latest page-turner, her fictional storyline is rooted in historical truth. The pro-German societies referenced in this novel were known to have existed in England in the early days of
the war. Some of the most dangerous were composed primarily of aristocrats—and there are plenty of aristocrats in Farleigh. So when the dead parachutist, carrying only a photograph, is presumed to be a German spy sent to deliver a message to someone in the vicinity of Farleigh Field, the neighborhood’s most powerful and wealthy aren’t ruled out as targets of suspicion. Ben Cresswell, an M15 operative and son of the local vicar, is dispatched to find the traitor in their midst. And though this quiet bucolic region may seem like an unlikely place to harbor a sympathizer, the area’s black marketeers, arrogant pragmatists, and foreign refugees also raise concerns.
With the help of his lifelong friend and secret love, Lady Pamela—herself a civil servant who cracks German codes at Bletchley Park—Ben investigates for spies and sympathizers. When he learns of The Ring, a secret society that wants to depose the king and make peace with Germany, he can hardly believe it’s real—and he can’t believe who might be behind the plot. Can Ben and Pamela infiltrate The Ring? And can Ben find out what the photograph means in time to stop the crisis that could bring Britain to its knees?
Rhys Bowen is the New York Times bestselling author of over thirty mystery novels. Her work includes the Molly Murphy mysteries, set in 1900s New York City, and the Royal Spyness novels, featuring a minor royal in 1930s England, as well as the Constable Evenas mysteries about a police constable in contemporary Wales. Rhys’s works have won fourteen awards to date, including multiple Agatha, Anthony, and MacAvity awards. Her books have been translated into many languages, and she has fans from around the world, including the 12,000 who visit her Facebook page daily. She is a transplanted Brit who now divides her time between California and Arizona. Connect with her at rhysbowen.com.
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IN FARLEIGH FIELD
by Rhys Bowen
Lake Union Publishing | March 1, 2017
Hardcover: $24.95 | ISBN: 1477818294
eBook: $4.99 | ASIN: B01HBKAYMA
Praise for the Royal Spyness Mysteries
“Wonderful characters…A delight.” —Charlaine Harris, New York Times bestselling author
“Few writers are capable of this deft combination of dark and light. This is a pitch-perfect book, which will charm you in one sentence, chill you in the next.”
—Laura Lippman, winner of the Edgar, Shamus, Anthony and Agatha Awards
“Fans of P.G. Wodehouse looking for laughs mingled with some amateur sleuthing will be quite pleased.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Georgie’s high spirits and the author’s frothy prose are utterly captivating.” —The Denver Post
“The perfect fix between seasons for Downton Abbey addicts.”
—Deborah Crombie, New York Times bestselling author of The Sound of Broken Glass
“A smashing romp.” —Booklist
Praise for the Molly Murphy Mysteries
“I devoured this flawlessly written mystery in one day, and enjoyed every word… The book is a wonderful read, full of interesting details that give life to the story.”
— Historical Novel Society
“Well written and fast paced, with a twist that will leave readers truly surprised. This novel is not to be missed.”
―RT Book Reviews
“A charming combination of history, mystery and romance.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Perceptive and poignant writing… make us look forward to Molly’s return.” —Chicago Tribune
Constable Evans Mysteries
Evans Above Evan Help Us Evanly Choirs Evan and Elle Evan Can Wait Evans to Betsy Evan Only Knows Evan’s Gate Evan Blessed Evanly Bodies
Other Titles by Rhys Bowen
Molly Murphy Mysteries
Murphy’s Law
Death of Riley
For the Love of Mike
In Like Flynn
Oh Danny Boy
In Dublin’s Fair City Tell Me, Pretty Maiden In a Gilded Cage
The Last Illusion Bless the Bride
Hush Now, Don’t You Cry The Family Way
City of Darkness and Light The Edge of Dreams Away in a Manger Time of Fog and Fire
Royal Spyness Mysteries
Her Royal Spyness
A Royal Pain
Royal Flush
Royal Blood
Naughty in Nice
The Twelve Clues of Christmas
Heirs and Graces Queen of Hearts Malice at the Palace Crowned and Dangerous
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