Audiobooks by AnneMarie Brear

"When the distressing shadows of war fall across Europe, Olivia Brodie watches the man she loves, Captain Spencer Middleton, lead his men proudly to the front, his final words a promise to return. Left behind among the working-class neighbours she calls family, Olivia clings to hope as the world around her changes forever. Her spirited younger brother, Lachie, eager to prove himself, enlists underage - his letters home filled with bravado and dreams of glory. Before long, Olivia realises she is carrying Spencer's child and then devastating news arrives from France, leaving her heartbroken. Olivia leans on her neighbours for strength, especially the mother-like figure of Tess. In a time when the future feels as fragile as the lives lost to war, Olivia must find the courage to protect the life growing within her and to believe that love can endure even through the darkest days."

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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The Ragged Runaway - A BRAND NEW emotional historical saga from AnneMarie Brear for 2026 (Unabridged)

"A BRAND NEW historical saga from BESTSELLING author AnneMarie Brear A heartwrenching and emotional tale of courage, friendship and lost love, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Rita Bradshaw. Wakefield, 1901 Emmeline Ashworth has never known real want. As the grocer's daughter, she has warm meals, a solid roof, and a father who dotes on her. She's always understood she is luckier than most, but nothing prepares her for the day a half-starved young woman runs into the shop, desperate for help. The girl - Lily - is bruised and ragged from the slums that sprawl at the edge of town and opens Emmie's eyes to the harsh realities of life for some in Wakefield. Determined to offer her friendship and a lifeline, Emmie faces resistance from her beau, Rupert, who insists Emmie must keep her distance. Then Emmie meets Sebastian Fraser, a passionate local councillor fighting to improve conditions in the slums. His compassion mirrors her own-and awakens feelings she can't ignore. Feelings she's never had for Rupert. As Emmie risks everything to protect Lily from the dangers she's fled, she must choose between the safe life she's always known and the braver, kinder world she longs to build. But can Lily find a place in Emmie's life or will the shadows of the slums follow her to their door? Praise for AnneMarie Brear: 'AnneMarie Brear writes gritty, compelling sagas that grip from the first page.' Bestselling author Fenella J Miller 'Mesmerising from beginning to end.' Bestselling author Lizzie Lane 'I love this author's books. They hold you until the very end.' Reader Review 'I enjoyed it so much I didn't want the story to end.' Reader Review"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Sarah Durham (Narrator)

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The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl - A gripping historical novel from AnneMarie Brear (Unabridged)

"THE TOP 50 BESTSELLER, a gritty, historical saga from author AnneMarie Brear Can she keep the baby she loves? Yorkshire Dales 1850 As a terrible storm rages, Annabelle Wallis is shocked to find a distressed young woman at her cottage door, heavy with child. Moments later a baby girl is born. But by dawn, the mother has vanished, leaving behind the helpless child wrapped only in a silk peacock shawl. When news spreads that Lady Eliza Hartley, sister to wealthy estate owner, John Hartley, has been found dead, Annabelle realises the terrible secret she has stumbled on. Terrified she'll be blamed for Eliza's death, Annabelle flees to the filthy slums of York, where she plans to raise the precious orphan as her own. The cobbled streets of York's slums are no place for a young woman like Annabelle or a Hartley babe and John Hartley is determined to bring them both home. But Annabelle proves impossible to find. Annabelle can't hide forever from the wealthy Hartley family, but can she ever give up the baby she loves? The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl is an emotional story of strength and love, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Rita Bradshaw. Praise for AnneMarie Brear: 'AnneMarie Brear writes gritty, compelling sagas that grip from the first page' Fenella J Miller 'Poignant, powerful and searingly emotional, AnneMarie Brear stands shoulder to shoulder with the finest works by some of the genre's greatest writers such as Catherine Cookson, Audrey Howard and Rosamunde Pilcher' 'Mesmerising from beginning to end' Lizzie Lane 'Another wonderful book from Annemarie Brear. I recommend it to anyone who likes to be transported to another time' Reader Review 'Lovely read, hard to put down' Reader Review 'I loved this book, I have read several of Anne Marie Brears books and will read many more' Reader Review"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Anne Dover (Narrator)

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A Sister's Sacrifice

"Olivia Brodie is a devoted parlourmaid serving the Broadbent family at Hawthorn Manor and spending precious time with her father and brothers at the family forge. But everything changes the day Spencer Middleton, the Broadbents' charming and enigmatic grandson, arrives. Sparks fly between Olivia and the army officer. Their connection is undeniable - but so too are the rigid boundaries of class and propriety. When Spencer departs, promising to return, Olivia dares to dream of a future that defies society's expectations. However, tragedy strikes Olivia's family, devastating her. Compounding her grief is the news that the manor is sold, leaving her homeless and jobless. With her younger brother Lachie to care for she is forced to seek work in the nearby bleak industrial town, and Olivia finds herself far from the countryside she loves - and from the man who captured her heart. Desperate to keep Lachie out of the perilous coal mines, Olivia finds hope when she secures a position as housekeeper to Stephen Sheridan, a gifted but reclusive pianist haunted by his past. As danger follows her through the dark alleys of the town and Sheridan's secrets begin to surface, Olivia must decide who she can trust. Torn between the memory of first love and the comfort of newfound companionship, Olivia faces an impossible choice. Can she build a new future from the ashes of her old life - or will love find its way back to her against all odds?"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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The Summer Bride

"Lincolnshire, 1854. After much reflection, Caroline Lawson has accepted Max Cavendish's marriage proposal. Yet their peaceful life on the farm is soon threatened by a series of mishaps and the strange deaths of livestock. As pressure mounts for Max to make the farm a success, the weight of responsibility becomes overwhelming. Meanwhile, Caroline's closest friend Trixie struggles with a deep conflict between friendship and love. Can she balance both, or will fate decide for her? As Caroline dedicates herself to her family and new home, she discovers that fulfilling everyone's needs requires both resilience and wisdom. Her patience is tested by her staff and her family demands her attention, but it's Max, the man she loves, who needs her the most. She cannot let them all down. But will she have the strength to withstand the trials that challenge her at every turn?"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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[German] - Engel der Slums

"Victoria Carlton wurde als Waisenkind von ihrem Onkel, einem Bankier, großgezogen, und auf eine standeswürdige Heirat und eine Zukunft als Dame der Gesellschaft vorbereitet worden. Ihr gutes Herz jedoch zwingt sie, armen Familien in den Slums zu helfen, sehr zum Missfallen ihrer Familie. Als ihr Onkel plötzlich stirbt, gibt ihre Cousine ihr die Schuld daran und sie wird mit leeren Händen des Hauses verwiesen. Victoria bleibt nichts anderes übrig als in den Armenvierteln neu anzufangen - in einer Welt voller ihr unbekannter Gefahren. In ihrer Einsamkeit nach dem Verlust ihrer Familie freundet Victoria sich dort mit den mittellosen Frauen und Kindern an. Doch diese Freundschaften bergen die Gefahr von Krankheiten und stetig wachsender Armut, und die Drohungen eines brutalen Mannes können ihr alles nehmen. Kann Victoria die Sicherheit zurückgewinnen, die sie verloren hat? Wird ein bestimmter Arzt der Mann sein, dem sie ihr Herz anvertrauen wird? Oder werden die Geister der Vergangenheit ihr alles nehmen, wofür sie so hart gearbeitet hat?"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Debora Seidel (Narrator)

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The Riverside Maid - The Waterfront Women (Unabridged)

"Don't miss the emotional next instalment in AnneMarie Brear's bestselling Waterfront Women series From rags to riches. . . but will happiness follow? Orphaned as a child, Fliss Atkins has spent her life working at her uncle's pub, The Bay Horse Inn, nestled along the banks of the River Calder. Life has been anything but easy for Fliss. Her aunt is unloving, and her older cousin Gerald is cruel. Then she meets Oscar Nolan, whose adventurous spirit makes her wonder if there might be more to life beyond the only home she's known. Could Oscar and his dreams of travel be her chance at a fresh start? The thought is tempting, but leaving her best friends, Lorrie and Meg, and their beloved families behind seems unimaginable. When tragedy strikes, Fliss is presented with an unexpected opportunity to shape a new life for herself. But will new riches bring her the happiness she longs for, or will it lead to even greater troubles for this riverside maid? A compelling and emotional read set in Victorian Yorkshire, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin. Praise for AnneMarie Brear: 'AnneMarie Brear writes gritty, compelling sagas that grip from the first page. ' Fenella J Miller 'Mesmerising from beginning to end. ' Lizzie Lane 'I love this author's books. They hold you until the very end. ' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'I enjoyed it so much I didn't want the story to end. ' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Claire Storey (Narrator)

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Whispers of Spring

"1853. In the serene countryside of rural Yorkshire, Caroline and Trixie's unbreakable bond, forged amidst the hardships of York's slums, is the cornerstone of their shared dream: to transform their modest farm into a flourishing haven. . .Amidst this toil, Caroline finds herself caught in a delicate dance with Max Cavendish, the charismatic land agent of Melliton Abbey estate. Caroline remains hesitant to confront her own feelings, unwilling to risk their friendship. Trixie also must deal with concerns of the heart. Will the flirtations with Thomas Cavendish lead to more, or will her past destroy everything? However, the arrival of Max's cunning cousin, Wayland, unleashes a series of damaging events, as he sets out to sabotage Caroline and Trixie's happiness. With their future once more uncertain, Caroline and Trixie must summon every ounce of strength to overcome the trials that threaten them."

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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The Waterfront Lass - A gritty historical saga from AnneMarie Brear (Unabridged)

"A gritty, historical saga from the TOP 50 bestselling author of The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl, AnneMarie Brear Will she save her family or follow her heart? Wakefield 1870On the banks of the River Calder, Meg Taylor struggles to care for her younger siblings and sick mother whilst her father is away working as a boatman on the canals. The slums where they live are rife with disease, and Meg longs for a different life, away from the grinding poverty, but she'll never leave her family. But with the canals slowly dying as trade moves to the railways, and with Meg's father stubbornly holding onto the past, Meg fears her family's future is going to get even bleaker. If only there was a way she could save them. . . . Christian Henderson is tired of the greed of his wealthy family. He sees the poverty around him and wishes he could do more to help the proud working-class people he meets. People like Meg Taylor, whose courage he so admires. From the moment he meets Meg, Christian is captivated - Meg might be poor, but she is proud and spirited! Meg's dreams of being with a man like Christian are fantasy. How can a lass from the waterfront be with a wealthy man such as he? And worse, if she follows her heart to be with him, what will happen to the family she loves? A sweeping emotional saga revolving around courage and hope. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Rita Bradshaw. Praise for AnneMarie Brear: 'AnneMarie Brear writes gritty, compelling sagas that grip from the first page' Fenella J Miller 'Poignant, powerful and searingly emotional, AnneMarie Brear stands shoulder to shoulder with the finest works by some of the genre's greatest writers such as Catherine Cookson, Audrey Howard and Rosamunde Pilcher' 'Mesmerising from beginning to end' Lizzie Lane 'Absolutely loved this book. I was sad it ended but glad there are more. Couldn't put the book down' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'Loved Meg as a character and the growing love between her and Christian was so warming' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review 'I couldn't put my Kindle down. . . . AnneMarie never disappoints me reading her novels. Each one has great characters and a fatastic storyline' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Claire Storey (Narrator)

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The Winter Widow

"York, 1852. When Caroline Lawson becomes a young widow, her grief is deepened by the loss of her farm. A rash decision to travel to York to find work doesn't turn out as she expected. With money running low, Caroline fears she will soon have no choice but the workhouse. However, she is not without hope, and with her new friends, feisty Trixie, and her two little sisters and the unique Mussy, Caroline learns she is stronger than she realised and that even in the worst of times, friendship is all you need. When tragedy strikes again, and secrets are revealed, Caroline knows she must protect her friends and get them out of the dangerous city to the countryside she loves, but will she find there the happiness she once had?"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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The Dock Girl's Shame (Unabridged)

"Preorder the BRAND NEW historical saga from AnneMarie BrearA broken heart, a shameful secret. . . Wakefield, Yorkshire 1871Loretta Chambers has spent her life working at her father's boatyard down at the docks. She's tried hard to keep the business afloat, but with the railways taking trade away every day, Lorrie fears for the worst. The arrival of handsome Italian, Matteo Falcone brings a brief glimmer of hope and a yearning inside Lorrie for another life, away from the filthy grime of the dockside. But despite her feelings for Matteo, she could never travel to Italy with him, and leave her father alone. But one reckless, impetuous moment leaves Lorrie with a secret she will struggle to hide. And when tragedy strikes at the boatyard, Lorrie is left feeling more alone than ever before. Always a dutiful daughter, Lorrie now carries a shame that could ruin her life forever. . ."

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Dawn Murphy (Narrator)

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The Distant Legacy

"Bridget Kittrick, headstrong and independent, is ready to show her worth when she's left in charge of her family's estate. She meets Lincoln Huntley, a man with a mysterious past which only heightens her attraction to him. A vicious neighbour, Mr Roache, holds a grudge against the family and orchestrates for Bridget to be kidnapped by wanted men, bushrangers, who take her deep into mountainous country to a hideout. The Boss, Donovan, is unlike any other man Bridget has known and he soon shows her a side to him that pulls at her heart. Only, he is a runaway convict, and she the daughter of a wealthy family. Lincoln Huntley refuses to give up on rescuing her - perhaps her love will be the salve to his wounds, or will he be too late to save Bridget from herself?"

AnneMarie Brear (Author), Caroline Lennon (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by AnneMarie Brear

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