During the Industrial Revolution in England, smart, ambitious ironmaster's grand-daughter Rebecca Searle is determined to make her way in a man's world, and feels no need for a husband. But when she falls in love with landowner Ellis Darrow, she follows her heart into a blissful marriage-much to the dismay of Ellis's cruel, greedy and jealous sister Lalage, who schemes to destroy Rebecca and won't stop short of murder. Historical Fiction by Margaret James; originally published by Severn House

Can first love last forever?1931 is the year that changes everything for Daisy Denham. Her family has not long swapped life in India for Dorset, England when she uncovers an old secret.At the same time, she meets Ewan Fraser - a handsome dreamer who wants nothing more than to entertain the world and for Daisy to play his leading lady.Ewan offers love and a chance to escape with a touring theatre company. As they grow closer, he gives her a golden chain and Daisy gives him a promise – that she will always keep him in her heart.But life on tour is not as they'd hoped, Ewan is tempted away by his career and Daisy is dazzled by the older, charismatic figure of Jesse Trent. She breaks Ewan's heart and sets off for a life in London with Jesse.Only time will tell whether some promises are easier to make than keep ...

In this “time-slip” novel set in contemporary and Anglo-Saxon England, Susannah Miller is researching ancient documents in a cathedral library when she uncovers the tragic story of a Saxon queen. Susannah herself is haunted by a recent tragedy, and when she joins an archeological dig, events in her own life begin to echo the distant past. Will her friendship with an old college friend give her the strength to fight her demons? Contemporary/Anglo-Saxon time slip novel of suspense and romance by Margaret James; originally published by Solidus Press (England)

When orphan Owen Morgan is taken in by his uncle, his future seems secure. Growing up, Owen and his eldest cousin Jane plan to marry. But mere weeks before the wedding, Owen falls passionately in love with another woman. Banished from his uncle's house, Owen returns to his native South Wales, where unresolved family conflicts create difficulties and dangers, both for him and for his still-beloved cousin Jane. Historical Romance/Fiction by Margaret James; originally published by Magna [UK]

Passport to loveLondon-based PR and promotions consultant Rosie Denham has just spent a year in Paris where she's tried but failed to fall in love. She's also made a big mistake and can't forgive herself.American IT professor Patrick Riley's wife has left him for a Mr Wonderful with a cute British accent and a house with a real yard. So Patrick's not exactly thrilled to meet another Brit who's visiting Minnesota, even if she's hot.Pat and Rosie couldn't be more different. She's had a privileged English upbringing. He was raised in poverty in Missouri. Pat has two kids, a job that means the world to him and a wife who might decide she wants her husband back.So when Pat and Rosie fall in love, the prospects don't seem bright for them.But magic sometimes happens – right?Magic Sometimes Happens has a link to The Wedding Diary and Margaret's Charton Minster Trilogy (The Silver Locket, The Golden Chain and The Penny Bangle).

SynopsisWhen should you trust your heart? It’s 1942 when Cassie Taylor reluctantly leaves Birmingham to become a land girl on a farm in Dorset. There she meets Robert and Stephen Denham, twins recovering from injuries sustained at Dunkirk. Cassie is instantly drawn to Stephen, but is wary of the more complex Robert - who doesn’t seem to like Cassie one little bit. At first, Robert wants to sack the inexperienced city girl. But Cassie soon learns, and Robert comes to admire her courage, finding himself deeply attracted to Cassie. Just as their romance blossoms, he’s called back into active service. Anxious to have adventures herself, Cassie joins the ATS. In Egypt, she meets up with Robert, and they become engaged. However, war separates them again as Robert is sent to Italy and Cassie back to the UK. Robert is reported missing, presumed dead. Stephen wants to take Robert’s place in Cassie’s heart. But will Cassie stay true to the memory of her first love, and will Robert come home again?