Windswept: The epic historical novel of spies, romance, and adventure in the World War One Middle Eastern front

Annabelle McCormack

Sep 2021 · The Windswept WW1 Saga Book 1 · Annabelle McCormack

About this ebook

A British nurse in WWI Egypt races to deliver explosive intelligence that could decimate the Allied war effort in this novel of suspense, adventure, and love.

 

1917: When British nurse Ginger Whitman finds a wounded enemy soldier hiding in her hospital camp in Palestine, she knows she should turn him in. But he’s desperate and dying—and he claims he’s a spy with a message about a critical plot against British forces.

Then the arrival of mysterious intelligence officer Major Noah Benson offers a chance of help. But Noah is as charming as he is dangerous and Ginger’s heart is at risk. With a deadly enemy hunting her, Ginger is caught in a crossfire of secrets and lies. Trusting the wrong person could do more than cost her life: it could change the course of the war.

Windswept is the first novel in the Windswept WW1 Saga, a historical fiction series featuring a strong female protagonist. A story of spies, family drama, romance, and epic adventure, it is set in the British Middle Eastern front of the First World War. This novel contains violence and romantic, steamy moments

Praise for Windswept:

"Windswept is a delightful, ripsnorting adventure with a feisty heroine, a breathless pace, and endless adventure, intrigue, and romance. You will smile from cover to cover. This will remind you how enjoyable a good book can be." -William Bernhardt, bestselling author of the Ben Kincaid and Daniel Pike series

"Suspenseful, sexy, and moving, Windswept is a great choice for those looking for strong female leads in their historical fiction. Ginger will inspire you; the story will enthrall you; and the passionate romance will win you over." -Samantha Hui, Independent Book Review

"Chock-full of secrets and spies, love and betrayal, danger and adventure, all of which is set against the devastating backdrop of WWI, Windswept by Annabelle McCormack is a sumptuous, fast-paced, and riveting read that'll have you cheering for the heroine until the very end." -Hannah Mary McKinnon, internationally bestselling author of Sister Dear and You Will Remember Me

"A neophyte nurse becomes an accidental but effective spy in this gripping adventure." -Kirkus Reviews

"Windswept is a whirlwind of an adventure. From the edge-of-your seat suspense, to the passionate romance...you won't be able to put this book down!" -Lisa Boyle, author of Signed, A Paddy

"...akin to an Arabian version of Gone With the Wind, juxtaposing history with romance with a depth that few World War I novels achieve." -D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

"This work of historical fiction is so incredibly enthralling, there are the undertones of class that made Downton Abbey such a favorite, along with the pathos of honor, war, servitude, manners, and stature intertwine the way you see in 1917 or in the works of Patrick O'Brian...A book packed with engrossing visuals and vibrant drama. This is a novel that is complex, powerful, and moving. Windswept has the great ability to be both a great romance novel and a great work of historical fiction. It never once compromises one mission for the other. An exceptional achievement for any author and for any genre." -Robert Buccellato, San Francisco Book Review

Keywords:

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Ratings and reviews

Annabelle McCormack has arrived! Windswept will sweep you off your feet! What a wonderful first novel. It’s full of adventure, excitement, romance and intrigue. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, M’s McCormack throws in twist and turns that keeps you wondering which character is trustworthy and what will happen next. The characters and plot are well thought out and believable. The words stimulate and engage the senses, transporting you back in time to WWI were love is supreme, and suspense and espionage run rampant. McCormack writes, “You just start walking. Eventually your soul catches up.“ I say you just start reading and you can’t put it down!

What a beautiful story!

tedious in the extreme with an unconvincing plot

About the author

Annabelle McCormack loves to write historical fiction set in under-explored periods or events with lots of intrigue, romance, and adventure. There's also a good chance you'll find a strong female protagonist in her books--she comes from a long line of strong women who inspired her. She is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University’s M.A. in Writing Program and a weekly contributor to Inkitt’s Writer Blog. Half-Costa Rican, she also speaks fluent Spanish. She lives in Maryland with her husband and five children. Visit her at www.annabellemccormack.com or http://instagram.com/annabellemccormack to follow her daily adventures.