Une île en Orient

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Set in 1890s and 1940s Singapore, this captivating story explores themes of love, sisterly rivalry, and the true cost of betrayal. In 1897, identical twins Harriet and Mae, born from a scandalous affair, have always faced societal judgment. Their bond has been their strength, but everything changes when they are sent to live with their mysterious benefactor's relative, David Keeley, who is set to choose one of them as a bride. As tension rises in David's household, a rift forms between the twins, deepening when they meet the charming Alex Blake, leading to a life-altering betrayal with severe repercussions. Fast forward to 1941, Ivy, an intelligence officer in the women's naval service, arrives in wartime Singapore, haunted by her past in Blitz-torn London. She is unprepared for the unexpected love and the revelations about her grandmother Mae's history that surface amidst the looming threat of a Japanese invasion. With a passionate romance unfolding against a backdrop of family drama, this narrative is rich in atmosphere and emotion, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.