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""Johnson spins an irresistible epic history of one family in Cornwall, England. . . . Johnson's powers of description evoke the setting's living history and brings it to brilliant life. This sweeping saga is a must-read."" - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

Wildly yet convincingly romantic. . . . Johnson weaves together the two women's lives, exploring issues--love, desire, ambition, and guilt--that transcend time. Beautifully narrated . . . and a delectable adventure of the heart. -- USA Today Johnson has given her readers another swashbuckling adventure saga of West meets East in Pillars of Light. -- Toronto Star I was completely swept up in this intriguing and beautifully researched mystery of wartime Cornwall. It was quite magical. -- RACHEL HORE, bestselling author of The Love Child Beautifully crafted. . . . The reader can see the colours of sunsets, feel the grittiness of the sand, taste the spices in the bazaar and smell the camel hair blankets in the goatskin tents. . . . The Salt Road is a book you won't want to end, yet at the same time, you'll be yearning for a satisfying conclusion. This novel will not let you down. -- The Women's Post An unashamedly escapist page-turner that will be enjoyed by fans of Kate Mosse and Philippa Gregory. -- Daily Mail (UK) An exhilarating ride. . . . Part historic and part contemporary, with universal themes of betrayal, love, and the anguish caused by human greed, The Salt Road has an ending rich and fulfilling enough for those who like all their questions answered. -- The Globe and Mail A remarkable view of Barbary pirates and their times, and an engrossing romance of clashing cultures and wonderful characters. -- DIANA GABALDON, #1 New York Times bestselling author A masterpiece of historical fiction. . . . Jane Johnson deserves a standing ovation for this brilliant contribution to the fight against religious intolerance. -- ANNE FORTIER, author of Juliet A beautifully written and intriguing story that stayed with me long after I had turned the last page. -- SANTA MONTEFIORE, bestselling author of The Temptation of Gracie PRAISE FOR JANE JOHNSON PRAISE FOR THE SEA GATE The talented Jane Johnson spins a vivid, complex tale of a young woman in war-torn 1940s Cornwall who has seemingly lost everything, and her distant relative in modern-day London, who must journey to England's rugged southwest coast, where a house full of mystery, history, and lies connects them both. Both storylines come alive in a swift-moving, evocative tale full of hidden bones, lost love, long-buried secrets, and even a foul-mouthed parrot. A wholly original World War II-era story that will make you both laugh and cry in equal measure. -- KRISTIN HARMEL, bestselling author of The Winemaker's Wife Readers won't be able to resist this twisting, poignant story of love, regret, and hope as it barrels along like Olivia's Flying Standard 8. -- JULIA KELLY, bestselling author of The Whispers of War I was swept away by this mesmerizing book, and I savoured every moment of the journey. History, intrigue, suspense, romance, the evolution of two strong, engaging women, and a parrot--everything I longed for and more! The Sea Gate will stay in my heart for a long time. -- GENEVIEVE GRAHAM, #1 bestselling author of The Forgotten Home Child Full of secrets and passion, with two strong heroines, this book satisfies every need. It's utterly romantic and page-turningly exciting. I can't recommend it highly enough. -- KATIE FFORDE, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author An epic feat. . . . Billed as Diana Gabaldon meets Ken Follett, Pillars of Light is timely, stirring and romantic--but there's more to this book than a tale of love. . . . Riveting, enlightening and painful, this novel reveals the senselessness of warfare and conflict and provokes reflection about current events. But it's also about the resilience of love and the hope, the capacity for goodness, that exists in everyone. -- The Globe and Mail

Readers won't be able to resist this twisting, poignant story of love, regret, and hope as it barrels along like Olivia's Flying Standard 8. -- JULIA KELLY, bestselling author of The Whispers of War The talented Jane Johnson spins a vivid, complex tale of a young woman in war-torn 1940s Cornwall who has seemingly lost everything, and her distant relative in modern-day London, who must journey to England's rugged southwest coast, where a house full of mystery, history, and lies connects them both. Both storylines come alive in a swift-moving, evocative tale full of hidden bones, lost love, long-buried secrets, and even a foul-mouthed parrot. A wholly original World War II-era story that will make you both laugh and cry in equal measure. -- KRISTIN HARMEL, bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names Johnson's time-shifting narrative transports readers between the present and 1940s while anchoring them to a place, engrossing us in both periods. . . . Although secrets abound, this is also a novel of sacrifice, forgiveness, and redemption. Recommended for readers who value the journey, however harrowing, as much as the destination. -- Library Journal (starred review) Johnson spins an irresistible epic history of one family in Cornwall, England. . . . Johnson's powers of description evoke the setting's living history and brings it to brilliant life. This sweeping saga is a must-read. -- Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) I was swept away by this mesmerizing book, and I savoured every moment of the journey. History, intrigue, suspense, romance, the evolution of two strong, engaging women, and a parrot--everything I longed for and more! The Sea Gate will stay in my heart for a long time. -- GENEVIEVE GRAHAM, #1 bestselling author of The Forgotten Home Child I was completely swept up in this intriguing and beautifully researched mystery of wartime Cornwall. It was quite magical. -- RACHEL HORE, bestselling author of The Love Child Full of secrets and passion, with two strong heroines, this book satisfies every need. It's utterly romantic and page-turningly exciting. I can't recommend it highly enough. -- KATIE FFORDE, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author A beautifully written and intriguing story that stayed with me long after I had turned the last page. -- SANTA MONTEFIORE, bestselling author of The Temptation of Gracie

A beautifully written story of two women's courage. -- The New York Journal of Books With its atmospheric setting, fast-paced dual narrative, and vividly eccentric characters, The Sea Gate is a juicy novel perfect for fans of Kate Morton and Daphne du Maurier. But it's also an unflinching look at racism and sexism in England during the Second World War, a bittersweet love story and a tribute to unexpected courage under fire--both from its protagonists and its other characters. . . . Readers may want to catch a train to Cornwall . . . after spending a few hours in Johnson's lushly rendered world. -- Shelf Awareness A beautifully written and intriguing story that stayed with me long after I had turned the last page. -- SANTA MONTEFIORE, bestselling author of The Temptation of Gracie Full of secrets and passion, with two strong heroines, this book satisfies every need. It's utterly romantic and page-turningly exciting. I can't recommend it highly enough. -- KATIE FFORDE, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author I was completely swept up in this intriguing and beautifully researched mystery of wartime Cornwall. It was quite magical. -- RACHEL HORE, bestselling author of The Love Child I was swept away by this mesmerizing book, and I savoured every moment of the journey. History, intrigue, suspense, romance, the evolution of two strong, engaging women, and a parrot--everything I longed for and more! The Sea Gate will stay in my heart for a long time. -- GENEVIEVE GRAHAM, #1 bestselling author of The Forgotten Home Child Johnson spins an irresistible epic history of one family in Cornwall, England. . . . Johnson's powers of description evoke the setting's living history and brings it to brilliant life. This sweeping saga is a must-read. -- Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) Johnson's time-shifting narrative transports readers between the present and 1940s while anchoring them to a place, engrossing us in both periods. . . . Although secrets abound, this is also a novel of sacrifice, forgiveness, and redemption. Recommended for readers who value the journey, however harrowing, as much as the destination. -- Library Journal (starred review) The talented Jane Johnson spins a vivid, complex tale of a young woman in war-torn 1940s Cornwall who has seemingly lost everything, and her distant relative in modern-day London, who must journey to England's rugged southwest coast, where a house full of mystery, history, and lies connects them both. Both storylines come alive in a swift-moving, evocative tale full of hidden bones, lost love, long-buried secrets, and even a foul-mouthed parrot. A wholly original World War II-era story that will make you both laugh and cry in equal measure. -- KRISTIN HARMEL, bestselling author of The Book of Lost Names Readers won't be able to resist this twisting, poignant story of love, regret, and hope as it barrels along like Olivia's Flying Standard 8. -- JULIA KELLY, bestselling author of The Whispers of War

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Jane Johnson is a novelist, historian, and publisher. She is the UK publisher of many bestselling authors, including George R.R. Martin. She has written for both adults and children, including the bestselling novels The Tenth Gift and The Salt Road. Jane is married to a Berber chef she met while climbing in Morocco. She divides her time between London, Cornwall, and the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Connect with her on Twitter @JaneJohnsonBakr, on Facebook @Jane-Johnson-Writer, on Instagram @JaneJohnsonBakrim, or visit her website at JaneJohnsonBooks.com.

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