Break of Dawn: Each day brings a new beginning...

Rita Bradshaw

Dec 2011 · Hachette UK

About this ebook

Will her tragic past haunt her forever?

Break of Dawn is a gripping family saga of heartache and betrayal at the start of the 20th century, from much-loved author Rita Bradshaw. Perfect for fans of Rosie Goodwin and Annie Murray.

Her mother's death in childbirth leaves Sophy Hutton at the mercy of her cruel aunt and uncle, and her childhood is brutal. At sixteen, Sophy learns the shocking truth behind her birth and escapes to London to pursue a career as an actress, determined to put the past behind her.

But life for women at the turn of the century is fraught with danger and Sophy soon discovers the darker side to London's glamorous theatres. Young and innocent, she doesn't recognise the man who really loves her when he appears; instead she is charmed into marrying handsome actor Toby Shawe, a flawed and amoral individual. Then the heartache really begins...

What readers are saying about Break of Dawn:

'This book was poignant, held my interest throughout and showed the depths of human weakness and fragility but also the strength and determination of character'

'I didn't want this book to end. Many twists and turns'

'The story kept me gripped from start to finish and I would highly recommend this book... but be prepared to not want to put it down once started!'

Ratings and reviews

brilliant book. struggled to put it down long enough to celebrate my 60th birthday with family, but couldn't wait to finish it. and now can't wait to start the next one. 😊

a delightful story. housework forgotten just had to know what happened next.

love rita bradshaws books break of Dawn could not put down

About the author

Rita Bradshaw was born in Northamptonshire, where she still lives today. At the age of sixteen she met her husband - whom she considers her soulmate - and they have two daughters and a son and three young grandchildren. Much to her delight, Rita`s first attempt at a novel was accepted for publication, and she went on to write many more successful novels under a pseudonym before writing for Headline using her own name.

As a committed Christian and passionate animal-lover Rita has a full and busy life, but her writing continues to be a consuming pleasure that she never tires of. In any spare moments she loves reading, walking, eating out and visiting the cinema and theatre, as well as being involved in her local church and animal welfare