Book Reviews
Enemies of the Heart
‘Impressive, epic debut following cousins Vicky and Zelda in pre-First World War Berlin where secrets and lies soon shatter the peace, well before the first shot is even fired on the battlefields of Europe.’
- The Daily Mirror
‘Spanning four decades this wonderful novel is full of twists and turns. Fans of Barbara Taylor Bradford will devour it and beg for more.’
- The Sun
‘An immensely satisfying, sweeping saga of cousins and their families from 1909-1946, set largely in Berlin and Yorkshire. An engrossing tale that never lets up on incident as we belt through four decades full of fascinating detail, skilfully written. A book to curl up with and lose yourself in.’
- The Bookseller
The Golden Prince
‘Set in 1911, and Edward falls for his first commoner, Lily Houghton, a wealthy girl from a high-ranking family but not one of the princesses his parents would have him marry. Full of historical detail, this is glorious stuff’
- Sarah Broadhurst, The Bookseller
‘If you love Philippa Gregory, you’ll love this book by Rebecca Dean.’
- Nora Roberts
‘Compellingly readable. Written with panache and skill as personal secrets combine with international intrigue. The Golden Prince finds its center in the wholly believable story of a young Edward, chafing at the unbreachable boundaries of his restricted life. Dean’s telling of the conflict between love and duty is sympathetic and truly moving.’
- Richmond Times Dispatch
‘With her insight into the era Dean presents a fascinating peek into the early life of Edward, Prince of Wales, that hints at why he chose love over power, brilliantly depicting the man and England so well that readers will believe they are part of the whirlwind that was 1911 England. Through her elegant prose and vibrant descriptions, that world comes to life.’
- Historical Romance USA
Palace Circle
‘An irresistible combination of real events and masterful storytelling that keeps the reader fascinated until the very last page.’
- Broadway Books
‘Palace Circle is vivid and tender, deeply enthralling. Rebecca Dean has written a timeless novel.’
- Luanne Rice, New York Times
‘From London to Cairo, in the glittery world of high society before WW11, Dean taps into an exotic and distant world, beautifully capturing the mood and colour of the era. Her descriptive passages are marvellous and complement the layered intrigue, romance andchilling deception.’
- Publishers Weekly
‘Impressive, epic debut following cousins Vicky and Zelda in pre-First World War Berlin where secrets and lies soon shatter the peace, well before the first shot is even fired on the battlefields of Europe.’
- The Daily Mirror
‘Spanning four decades this wonderful novel is full of twists and turns. Fans of Barbara Taylor Bradford will devour it and beg for more.’
- The Sun
‘An immensely satisfying, sweeping saga of cousins and their families from 1909-1946, set largely in Berlin and Yorkshire. An engrossing tale that never lets up on incident as we belt through four decades full of fascinating detail, skilfully written. A book to curl up with and lose yourself in.’
- The Bookseller
The Golden Prince
‘Set in 1911, and Edward falls for his first commoner, Lily Houghton, a wealthy girl from a high-ranking family but not one of the princesses his parents would have him marry. Full of historical detail, this is glorious stuff’
- Sarah Broadhurst, The Bookseller
‘If you love Philippa Gregory, you’ll love this book by Rebecca Dean.’
- Nora Roberts
‘Compellingly readable. Written with panache and skill as personal secrets combine with international intrigue. The Golden Prince finds its center in the wholly believable story of a young Edward, chafing at the unbreachable boundaries of his restricted life. Dean’s telling of the conflict between love and duty is sympathetic and truly moving.’
- Richmond Times Dispatch
‘With her insight into the era Dean presents a fascinating peek into the early life of Edward, Prince of Wales, that hints at why he chose love over power, brilliantly depicting the man and England so well that readers will believe they are part of the whirlwind that was 1911 England. Through her elegant prose and vibrant descriptions, that world comes to life.’
- Historical Romance USA
Palace Circle
‘An irresistible combination of real events and masterful storytelling that keeps the reader fascinated until the very last page.’
- Broadway Books
‘Palace Circle is vivid and tender, deeply enthralling. Rebecca Dean has written a timeless novel.’
- Luanne Rice, New York Times
‘From London to Cairo, in the glittery world of high society before WW11, Dean taps into an exotic and distant world, beautifully capturing the mood and colour of the era. Her descriptive passages are marvellous and complement the layered intrigue, romance andchilling deception.’
- Publishers Weekly