Wartime at Home, 1916

In the year 1916, as the Great War rages on, the Hunters, their friends, and their servants are all drawn into the business of war. With conscription reaching every household, Britain mobilizes its men and resources, churning out soldiers and munitions from army camps and factories across the land.

Bobby, the second Hunter son, earns his wings and joins his brother in the trenches of France. Ethel, the under housemaid, embarks on a quest of her own, while Laura Hunter sets out on her biggest adventure yet. Diana, the elder Hunter daughter, finds an unexpected chance at happiness in the most unlikely of places, as Beattie, the family matriarch, confronts the ghosts of her past.

However, as the Battle of the Somme grinds on, the shadow of death looms over every corner of the country, and the Hunter household is not spared the consequences of the war's relentless toll.

"The Land of my Dreams" is the third installment in the "War at Home" series by Cynthia Harrod-Eagles, the acclaimed author of the beloved Morland Dynasty novels. Set against the actual events of 1916, both on the home front and the battlefields, this richly researched and authentically crafted family drama follows the Hunters and their servants, offering a compelling and immersive glimpse into the lives of those caught in the throes of the First World War.

With meticulous attention to historical detail and a deep understanding of the human experience, Harrod-Eagles weaves a captivating narrative that transports the reader to the heart of the conflict, where the Hunters and their household must navigate the challenges and sacrifices demanded by a world in upheaval.

As the war grinds on, the novel's characters are forced to confront the realities of loss, resilience, and the power of family and community to endure even in the darkest of times. Through their stories, "The Land of my Dreams" offers a poignant and profound exploration of the impact of war on both the home front and the frontlines, solidifying Harrod-Eagles' reputation as a master storyteller who brings history to life with remarkable depth and authenticity.

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