A breathtaking tale of motherhood, family and survival in war-torn Norway. In the serene beauty of the Norwegian fjords, Asta Nilsen's world is suddenly shattered when German forces invade her homeland. Caring for her ailing father in their remote red cabin while her brother flees to Scotland to join the Allied forces, Asta struggles to survive under the harsh realities of occupation. When Asta finds herself with child after a brief affair that will forever mark her as a traitor in her neighbours' eyes, she makes the heart-wrenching decision to leave Norway to protect her daughter. But fate has more challenges in store when young Kari is stolen from her and prepared for adoption in Australia. Spanning the occupied fjords of Norway to the rubble of post-war Germany and the streets of Stockholm, this sweeping novel explores the impossible choices faced during wartime and their lingering consequences. In the chaos of war, can Asta find her daughter and bring her home? A deeply moving story of resilience, sacrifice and the enduring power of love against the backdrop of one of history's darkest chapters. What readers are saying about books by Eliza Graham: "My heart broke at this book... It's a book of sadness and hope... It's very gripping and moving and one of my favourite reads of the year!" Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Wow!!!! This book had me hooked from the very beginning. This will be one of my top-5 books this year! Highly, highly recommend" Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A gorgeously written dual timeline WWII Historical Fiction novel, utterly engrossing with vivid descriptions and memorable characters... Prepare for your heart to hurt but the reward pays dividends. Immerse yourself and allow it to seep in." Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I've just read it in one sitting. I couldn't put it down it was so gripping." Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Haunting and heartbreaking... This book gripped me from chapter one... The story that unfolds will break your heart and have you weeping for Sophie." Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I don't often begin a review with tear-filled eyes, but The Midwife's Promise left me in a huge puddle. Gripped, devastated and heartbroken are just a few words I felt after completing this novel. But I must add, I also was full of hope and uplifted by the release of truth at the end... I highly recommend The Midwife's Promise, but be prepared as this story will make you weep." Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️