The Dressmaker's Secret

‘Outstanding! I read it in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down… Had me on the edge of my seat.’ Amazon Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐1962. Even as she gazes at the silk bridal dresses in the window, the little girl’s eyes fill with tears. She has dreamed about gowns just like that. But now, lost and alone, she only wants to be held. Just a moment ago, she was in the arms of her mother. Now her only hope lies in Brides of Bold Street, where past and present blur…Brides of Bold Street – a beautiful, historic bridal shop – is all Sabrina Flooks has ever known after being separated from her mother as a little girl.But since meeting handsome Adam Taylor, the magic of the shop has changed – calling to Sabrina with the promise of answers about what really happened to her mother. And when she starts investigating, she is swept away to 1928…A much younger Evelyn, the talented dressmaker who found and raised Sabrina, doesn’t even recognise her. And she can’t help wondering if this has happened before. Could the reason her mother never came looking be because they were parted across time?With the help of a kind stranger, Sabrina tries to navigate an era of corsets and more horse-drawn carriages than cars as she searches for some hint to her own history. But if she can discover the truth, will she make it back to Adam in the present day or will it take Sabrina away from everything she holds dear again?You will be totally swept away by Michelle Vernal’s beautiful tale of love, loss and family secrets spanning decades. This enchanting read is perfect for fans of Sandy Taylor, Barbara Davis and Jean Grainger.Previously published as The Autumn Posy.What readers are saying about The Dressmaker’s Secret:‘I didn’t want to put it down… I just carried on reading… Best story I have read. I didn’t want it to end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Marvellous… Loved this book. It's definitely a page-turner. I didn't want to put it down. Can't wait for the next book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A gripping read… Adore… Fabulous… Heartfelt and emotional… I loved this book and cannot wait for the next.’ Netgalley reviewer‘A showstopper - one I would give to my friends. I would buy multiple copies of this book for people!… Captivating… Completely fall in love with this book!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Hooked from the beginning… Loved it. Read it in under 2 days.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐What readers are saying about Michelle ‘LOVE, LOVE, LOOOOOOVVVEEE, LOVED IT!!!… Absolutely stunning!!!… I was completely swept away!!… Had me in stitches… DO NOT START THIS UNTIL YOU CLEAR YOUR SCHEDULES AS YOU WILL