The Walnut Tree: A Holiday Tale

by Charles Todd

Overview

"You're going to love Todd."
--Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly

The critically acclaimed creator of the Inspector Ian Rutledge and battlefield nurse Bess Crawford mystery series, Charles Todd now offers readers a bittersweet love story and romantic mystery that unfolds at Christmas during the dangerous opening days of World War I. The Walnut Tree is an unforgettable story of a woman who puts herself in the line of fire for the sake of wounded soldiers and falls deeply in love with a man who may be forbidden to her. For anyone who has fallen under the spell of Downton Abbey, and for all the fans of the British-set mysteries of Elizabeth George, Anne Perry, Ruth Rendell, Martha Grimes, and Jacqueline Winspear, The Walnut Tree is essential reading.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062236876
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	10/15/2013
Pages:	272
Sales rank:	250,552
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Charles Todd is the New York Times bestselling author of the Inspector Ian Rutledge mysteries, the Bess Crawford mysteries, and two stand-alone novels. A mother-and-son writing team, Caroline passed away in August 2021 and Charles lives in Florida.

Editorial Reviews

Charles Todd’s ability to portray the period of WWI is a triumph, and Fiona Hardingham’s quiet, emotionally charged performance brings every detail of this moving love story to life. When newly engaged Lady Elspeth Douglas finds herself trapped in France after the outbreak of war, she defies her family’s expectations and becomes a nurse near the front. There she meets Captain Peter Gilchrist, beginning a journey that will change her life forever. Hardingham’s proper English narration is an excellent contrast to the plucky Scottish brogue she gives Elspeth. Her steady, understated delivery makes the story sound like a personal reminiscence. In addition, her ability to bring the large secondary cast to life adds color to a memorable piece of work. B.E.K. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine

DECEMBER 2012 - AudioFile

Charles Todd’s ability to portray the period of WWI is a triumph, and Fiona Hardingham’s quiet, emotionally charged performance brings every detail of this moving love story to life. When newly engaged Lady Elspeth Douglas finds herself trapped in France after the outbreak of war, she defies her family’s expectations and becomes a nurse near the front. There she meets Captain Peter Gilchrist, beginning a journey that will change her life forever. Hardingham’s proper English narration is an excellent contrast to the plucky Scottish brogue she gives Elspeth. Her steady, understated delivery makes the story sound like a personal reminiscence. In addition, her ability to bring the large secondary cast to life adds color to a memorable piece of work. B.E.K. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine

DECEMBER 2012 - AudioFile