Kathy asked Jacqueline Winspear:

I read the book and enjoyed everything about it but the ending. I know this is a stand alone book, but the ending was very abrupt. Will there be a 2nd novel to show how Kezia gets through WWI?

Jacqueline Winspear Watch this space regarding a sequel. The ending was as many people in Britain experienced receiving news in WW1 - if I say more here, it will be a spoiler!

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My grandfather was in France at the end of WWI. Did you have a family member to base your story on?

Sharon Robinson asked Jacqueline Winspear:

I appreciate the historical background of your works. Does your historical research inform the direction you go with Maisie? Or does her growth determine the history you choose?

Renny asked Jacqueline Winspear:

What is the hardest thing about writing the Maisie Dobbs series?

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I read the book and enjoyed everything about it but the ending. I know this is a stand alone book, but the ending was very abrupt. Will there be a 2nd novel to show how Kezia gets through WWI?

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My grandfather was in France at the end of WWI. Did you have a family member to base your story on?

I appreciate the historical background of your works. Does your historical research inform the direction you go with Maisie? Or does her growth determine the history you choose?

What is the hardest thing about writing the Maisie Dobbs series?

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