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Her mother's story

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afrikaans british family historical identity romance southafrica ww1

It's the year 1919. Amelia Longford has lived a privileged life in the heart of London, England. Her father loves her, but he is scarred from a war Britain has long forgotten about. 
As Europe is thrown into turmoil and her father returns to battle, he receives a letter. One that changes Amelia's history and ultimately, her future. 
Join her as she foregoes all she has ever known in search of an aunt who knows her mother's story.All Rights Reserved

afrikaans british family historical identity romance southafrica ww1

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