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Campion Family #4
Where the Heart Is
A fabulous drama of the Campion family, struggling to stay together as World War Two rages over Liverpool. Lou Campion has joined the WAAFs, against the wishes of her parents and twin sister. Lou's always been a rebel, but now finds that if she wants to succeed she'll have to follow extremely strict rules. Can she do this or will it all end in deep disgrace? Tragedy haunts the other members of the family, as Katie's plans for the future are dashed, Fran's young husband is close to death, and Bella's impossible passion has to remain a close secret. Yet even in the darkest hour there is hope. The Campions find that they have a hero in their midst and while their city is crumbling, their pride is intact.
432 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2010
About the author
Annie Groves
41 books176 followersPenelope Jones Halsall aka: Caroline Courtney, Penny Jordan, Lydia Hitchcock, Melinda Wright
Penelope "Penny" Jones was born on November 24, 1946 in a Preston, Lancashire, England.
She had been a keen reader from the childhood. She was a storyteller long before she began to write romantic fiction.
She has earned a living as a writer since the 1970s when, as a shorthand typist, she entered a competition run by the Romantic Novelists' Association. Although she didn't win, she found an agent. She published four regency novels as Caroline Courtney, before changing her name to Melinda Wright and then she wrote two thrillers as Lydia Hitchcock. Soon after that, Mills and Boon accepted her first novel for them, Falcon's Prey as Penny Jordan. However, for her present historical romance novels, she has adopted her mother's maiden-name to become Annie Groves. Almost 70m of her 167 Mills and Boon novels have been sold worldwide.
Now Penny Halsall lived in a house in Nantwich, Cheshire. She worked from home.
Penny died on 31 December 2011.
Penelope "Penny" Jones was born on November 24, 1946 in a Preston, Lancashire, England.
She had been a keen reader from the childhood. She was a storyteller long before she began to write romantic fiction.
She has earned a living as a writer since the 1970s when, as a shorthand typist, she entered a competition run by the Romantic Novelists' Association. Although she didn't win, she found an agent. She published four regency novels as Caroline Courtney, before changing her name to Melinda Wright and then she wrote two thrillers as Lydia Hitchcock. Soon after that, Mills and Boon accepted her first novel for them, Falcon's Prey as Penny Jordan. However, for her present historical romance novels, she has adopted her mother's maiden-name to become Annie Groves. Almost 70m of her 167 Mills and Boon novels have been sold worldwide.
Now Penny Halsall lived in a house in Nantwich, Cheshire. She worked from home.
Penny died on 31 December 2011.
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Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
February 1, 2022
My least favourite of the series so far. There was far too much dreary soul searching and too much repetition of the same. Luke will be the one character I despise no matter how the series ends. If I have to read once more about the 'grimace' on his face or the angry twist to his mouth I think I'll scream. Katie, a character I really liked, has turned into a bit of a wet dishcloth and Bella finally becomes a decent person.
Not a great addition to the series but needs to be read to appreciate the whole story.
Not a great addition to the series but needs to be read to appreciate the whole story.
October 21, 2013
Where The Heart is follows the Campion family three years into WWII and how it is affecting each one of them including cousin Bella, ex-billetee Katie, aunt Francine, Con and Emily.
Although it was a bit soppy in places, I really enjoyed reading this book. It was interesting and well written and the many storylines of each person kept you on your toes. As I’ve mentioned before, I really like books with multiple main characters.
I liked most of the characters except I was annoyed at both Luke and Sasha for their attitudes – especially Sasha. She seemed like a selfish brat.
There were many love stories throughout, which at times I found myself rolling my eyes at. The way the men were portrayed was a bit…I’m not sure how to describe it. Over the top? Overall though it wasn’t too bad.
Overall I enjoyed the book and would definitely recommend it to those who like romance and/or historical fiction.
NOTE: I didn’t realise that this book was the fourth in a series so it probably would have been better to start at the beginning! However I still enjoyed it and wasn’t really confused by anything so I suppose you could read it as a stand alone book.
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Although it was a bit soppy in places, I really enjoyed reading this book. It was interesting and well written and the many storylines of each person kept you on your toes. As I’ve mentioned before, I really like books with multiple main characters.
I liked most of the characters except I was annoyed at both Luke and Sasha for their attitudes – especially Sasha. She seemed like a selfish brat.
There were many love stories throughout, which at times I found myself rolling my eyes at. The way the men were portrayed was a bit…I’m not sure how to describe it. Over the top? Overall though it wasn’t too bad.
Overall I enjoyed the book and would definitely recommend it to those who like romance and/or historical fiction.
NOTE: I didn’t realise that this book was the fourth in a series so it probably would have been better to start at the beginning! However I still enjoyed it and wasn’t really confused by anything so I suppose you could read it as a stand alone book.
www.readingforthemasses.com.au
April 2, 2010
I'm really enjoying the twists and turns in the lives of the Campions and the other women in these stories. I was really pleased to see Annie Groves pick up the story of Lou (and loved her special visit from a VIP!). I'm desperate for the next one now as surely she has got to get Katie back with Luke somehow - but with him out in North Africa can it happen before the end of the war!
August 19, 2017
Another great read
Once you start reading you can't put it down ,following the lives of the campion family they become part of your own family looking forward to the next instalment
Once you start reading you can't put it down ,following the lives of the campion family they become part of your own family looking forward to the next instalment
November 30, 2013
Deeper characters than in previous books, with a focus on female strength. An enjoyable read.
March 19, 2019
Wasn't too keen on this book . The first chapters described to many individuals in such a short time for the brain to focus on. Jumping from one family to Another too quickly.It stopped the flow of any story. Although I did finish reading it.
January 1, 2020
War is dragging on and choices have to be made. The tide has turned and Britain is finally winning. Some of our protagonists decide to get married, some get promotions and honours. The story is winding down and some hard decisions have to be made.
November 13, 2020
Decent read ,enjoyed this book
October 21, 2023
Well it does make you want to read further books to see how everyone gets on.
October 5, 2025
I sincerely hate Luke with all my being. He needs to grow tf up. Wish there’s more follow up to Tommy and Emily, I seriously wanna know what happened to Jack.
June 30, 2014
A beautiful and artful classic indeed. Loved it.
May 18, 2016
A good read
Not as good as the first 3 but enjoyed it all the same. Looking forward to reading the next one.
Not as good as the first 3 but enjoyed it all the same. Looking forward to reading the next one.
July 3, 2021
Story well descibed.
April 5, 2022
Was a nice quick read but would have been better to read the previous 3 in the set of books based on the campion family.
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