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The Sea Gate

By: Jane Johnson
Narrated by: Anna Cordell
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One house, two women, a lifetime of secrets....

Following the death of her mother, Becky begins the sad task of sorting through her empty flat. Starting with the letters piling up on the doormat, she finds an envelope post-marked from Cornwall. In it is a letter that will change her life forever. A desperate plea from her mother's elderly cousin, Olivia, to help save her beloved home.

Becky arrives at Chynalls to find the beautiful old house crumbling into the ground and Olivia stuck in hospital with no hope of being discharged until her home is made habitable.

Though daunted by the enormity of the task, Becky sets to work. But as she peels back the layers of paint, plaster and grime, she uncovers secrets buried for more than 70 years. Secrets from a time when Olivia was young, the Second World War was raging and danger and romance lurked round every corner....

The Sea Gate is a sweeping, spellbinding novel about the lives of two very different women and the secrets that bind them together.

©2020 Jane Johnson (P)2020 Head of Zeus 20th Century Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance Women's Fiction Heartfelt

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"I was completely swept up in this.... Quite magical." (Rachel Hore)
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I bought this audiobook in a 2 for 1 sale, attracted by its intriguing title and cover. What a brilliant buy that turned out to be. Honestly it was an absolute joy to listen to from beginning to end. I will be looking for more work from this author for sure.

You can judge a book by its cover

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This story was a little slow to start but there were intriguing points that kept me listening. I am so glad I did. As the story unfolded it became a tale of love and passion, which told two stories, one from the present day and one from the war years. The ending was strong and in good Christie fashion, explained everything to everyone's satisfaction.

The Sea Gate

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Terrifically engaging great characters binge listened and loved it. Highly recommended. I’m off to seek more from the same author.

My first read by this author - loved it!

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A lovely tale rammed with love, loss, intrigue and fear.
I did enjoy the book although it was a little too predictable for my liking.

An enjoyable novel.

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Unexpectedly drawn into this book. Twisting plot with absolutely believable characters and stunningly descriptive scenes.

I am dreaming of the Seagate

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