Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Blog Tour: The Enemy's Wife by Deborah Swift



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The Enemy’s wife


Survivors of War Series

by Deborah Swift




Fridays, April 10th - May 1st, 2026

Publication Date: April 6th, 2026
Publisher: HQ Digital
Pages: 380
Genre: Historical Fiction


'A fast-paced, beautifully written, and moving story. Refreshing to read a book set in a different theatre of war. Wartime Shanghai jumped off the page'
CLARE FLYNN


A poignant story of the impossible choices we make in the shadow of war, for fans of Daisy Wood and Marius Gabriel.


1941. When Zofia’s beloved husband Haru is conscripted into the Imperial Japanese Army, she is left to navigate Japanese-occupied Shanghai alone.

Far from home and surrounded by a country at war, Zofia finds unexpected comfort in a bond with Hilly, a spirited young refugee escaping Nazi-occupied Austria.


As violence tightens its grip on the city, they seek shelter with Theo, Zofia’s American employer. But with every passing day, the horrors of war and Haru’s absence begin to reshape Zofia’s world – and her heart.


Can she still love someone who has become the enemy?



Readers love The Enemy's Wife:


'A gorgeous novel that will truly pull at your heartstrings'
~ CARLY SCHABOWSKI


'I loved The Enemy’s Wife – a gripping, fast-paced and evocative story about the Japanese occupation of Shanghai during WW2 – and really rooted for the brave and selfless central character, Zofia. Highly recommended'

~ ANN BENNETT


'Such an emotional and moving read, grounded in immaculate research that never overshadows the heart of the story'
~ SUZANNE FORTIN



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Deborah Swift


Deborah used to be a costume designer for the BBC, before becoming a writer. Now she lives in an old English school house in a village full of 17th Century houses, near the glorious Lake District. Deborah has an award-winning historical fiction blog at her website www.deborahswift.com

Deborah loves to write about how extraordinary events in history have transformed the lives of ordinary people, and how the events of the past can live on in her books and still resonate today.

Her WW2 novel Past Encounters was a BookViral Award winner, and The Poison Keeper was a winner of the Wishing Shelf Book of the Decade.


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Have a sneak peek between the pages of Rogues & Kings, a compelling Robin Hood tale by Charlene Newcomb #HistoricalFiction #Medieval #RobinHood #RecommendedReading



Rogues & Kings


Tales of Robin Hood

by Charlene Newcomb



Deadly secrets. Hidden identities. A true enemy.
Silence is the only shield.

The year is 1216 and civil war rages in England. King John ravages the countryside against rebellious barons and a French invasion. Unbeknownst to him, his newest squire, Richard, is in fact the son of a man the king would hang without a second thought. A man the common folk call Robin Hood.

For years, Robin has lived as a knight in exile. But when his son is ensnared in the treachery of the royal court, Robin is forced out of the shadows, aided by his outlaw friends in the Hood.

There is no question for Richard where his loyalties lie but it’s more than his own life at risk. He has the trust of a dangerous king. Can he serve the Hood better from within John’s inner circle, or will schemes against the crown unravel? 

Rob from the rich, give to the poor takes on a whole new meaning.

Rogues & Kings is a sweeping tale of courage and betrayal in a kingdom on the edge of ruin, of a boy coming of age in the midst of war, and of legends being born.


“Sir John told me you’d taken Eleanor in when the king confiscated her husband’s estate,” Henry said but wondered what King John would think of Nichola’s compassion.

Nichola sat straighter in her chair exuding confidence in her relationship with the king. “Eleanor will return from Lenton Priory day after next. I’d sent word to her of Marian’s arrival, and now another happy surprise to see you, yes?”

Henry smiled. “I haven’t seen her since she was a child.” He frowned to himself, and then shivered. Something about Eleanor’s presence here bothered him.

Sipping at her wine Nichola eyed Henry, his frown not escaping her notice. But she didn’t dwell on Eleanor. “My guards tell me you have brought a message from the king?” Henry started to explain the ruse, but she held out her palm and he placed the letter there.

She cracked the seal. “Of course it’s a forgery, perhaps to be burned?” She held the vellum near the flame of the candle beside her but whisked it back and unfolded it. Studying the words, she said, “It’s very good. Is it your friend Allan’s work? A shame he made an enemy of the king. You, Robin… The king could use soldiers like you.”

Henry tipped his head. “The king does not believe in forgiveness. And even if he did, would he ever trust any one of us?” He brought the cup of wine to his lips and took a drink.

“One of his few failings, I fear,” Nichola said.

Henry nearly spewed his drink. He could name dozens of the king’s failings. Nichola admonished him with a look that brooked no argument. Marian hid a smile behind her hand.

Looking pointedly at Henry, Nichola asked, “Does Allan have spies in my household?”





This title is available to read on #KindleUnlimited.



Charlene Newcomb


Charlene Newcomb, aka Char, is a retired librarian, a U.S. Navy veteran, mom to three amazing humans, and grandma to three. She writes historical fiction and science fiction.

Her award-winning Battle Scars trilogy is set in the 12th century during the reign of Richard the Lionheart. Her writing roots are in the Star Wars Expanded Universe (aka Legends) where she published 10 short stories in the Star Wars Adventure Journal, and published the original novel Echoes of the Storm.

Char returned to medieval times with Rogue and her latest novel Rogues & Kings, both in her Tales of Robin Hood series.

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Blog Tour: The Twisted Road by A.B. Michaels



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The Twisted road


A Barrister Perris Novel

by A.B. Michaels



March 30th - April 3rd, 2026

Publication Date: March 10th, 2026
Publisher: Historium Press
Pages: 308
Genre: Historical Mystery



Jonathan Perris Can’t Save His Clients

…Until He Saves Himself


1907


Rising from the devastation of a massive earthquake and fire, San Francisco is once again on the move. But a strike by streetcar drivers threatens to halt the Golden City in its tracks. Protests turn to violence and violence leads to death. Soon a young guard is convicted of willfully killing a protester and the public is out for blood.


Jonathan Perris, an immigrant attorney from England, has opened a law firm with an eye toward righting wrongs, and the guard’s conviction may fall into that category. But the talented barrister soon finds his newfound career shaken by a tragic event: the gruesome murder of the beautiful and mysterious Lena Mendelssohn—a woman he’s been squiring around town. It’s difficult to run a law firm when you’ve been arrested for murder.


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A.B. Michaels


A native of California, A.B. Michaels holds masters’ degrees in history (UCLA) and broadcasting (San Francisco State University).

After working for many years as a promotional writer and editor, she turned to writing the kind of page-turning fiction she loves to read.  She writes historical fiction (“The Golden City” series), historical mystery (the “Barrister Perris” series) and contemporary romantic suspense (“Sinner’s Grove Suspense.”). All three series are character-linked and all are stand-alone reads.

Michaels lives in Boise, Idaho with her husband and elderly wiener dog, Teddy, who cannot see or hear, but sniffs his way from one comfortable spot to another.

In addition to writing and dog-snuggling, Michaels is an avid reader, traveller, quilter and bocce player, as well as a mediocre but enthusiastic golfer.




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