Book 1 in the Watson Family Saga (can be read as a standalone) 1913, Northumberland.Clara Robson adores the rhythms and barren beauty of island life. As her feelings for best friend Jimmy grow, she hopes to one day recreate the happy marriage her parents share. But tragedy is about to strike the Robson household, leaving Clara's plans in tatters...Jimmy Watson is desperate to escape the island and the father he despises. The only thing standing in his way is his burgeoning love for Clara. But when his father leaves him for dead in the middle of the north sea, Jimmy's hand is forced and he joins a Scots herring crew headed south.Clara is sent to the mainland to live with her wealthy, estranged grandparents. Homesick for both her island and Jimmy, a chance encounter with a group of herring girls offers her an escape from her gilded cage.1913 is a record-breaking year, but as Clara and Jimmy chase shoals of silver darlings to Lowestoft, their paths are dogged by war, injury, and misunderstandings.Set adrift from all they know, will they find each other again? And will they ever find their way home?“I was whisked away to Lindisfarne and felt so invested in the characters that LK Wilde created. For those who love a comfort read that transports you to another time and place then this is the book for you. I was left wanting more and cannot wait for the next book!”“I loved this book, and devoured it over a weekend as I couldn't put it down! The story was engaging, the author's use of dialect and colourful descriptions transported me to another place and time .A story with twists and turns, love and loss, poverty and privilege. I recommend this read, a worthy companion, feeling a bit lost now I have completed it!” (Reader reviews)
