This was a lovely read and I really enjoyed getting to know the characters and their stories

The author's writing painted such a vivid picture of the era and it was really atmospheric. The passengers of the coach and four really struck up a friendship after what they went through and I loved this aspect of the story. I will definitely read more from this author and would recommend this book to anyone that loves historical fiction.

Mark excels at character-driven storytelling, weaving gentle romances and deep emotional bonds that feel incredibly genuine. It was such a well written story, it was really a lovely read. Impeccably researched and richly descriptive, the book acts as a gorgeous time machine. It is a heartwarming, evocative road-trip story that fans of classic historical fiction will absolutely cherish.

 

There's something wonderfully atmospheric about this story - the heat, the undertainty of the road, the secrets between the passengers, and the feeling that you never quite know what is going to happen next. If you’re a fan of Poldark, Georgian-era atmosphere, romance, secrets and a little danger along the way, this one is definitely worth adding to your TBR.

“As I sat waiting to take off for more exotic parts.. Readymoney Cove stretched out ahead of me like the start of a long weekend accompanied by a very old Friend - Readymoney beach - tick, King of Prussia - tick, good old fashioned intrigue and espionage .. TICK! We darted back and forth between the sparkling clubs of London to the wholesome beach shop at the Cove, being chased up and down the A303 by all the seedy politics of the time. Note to Agatha Christie:- St Mary Mead has nothing on Fowey.. you picked the wrong county! But who doesn’t love a rascal like Henry, a few good love affairs and of course our hero Hannah .. It was a thrilling read and had me thirsty for more ( and I’m not just talking about the Easy Jet holiday pina colada’s) I left the plane leading a compelling round of ‘What do we want ? Sequel 2! When do we want it ? Now!!!’ Shortly after I was carted off by Egyptian customs for breach of the peace but what a ride!!! 20 out of 10 , gold star, encore!!”

A real ‘page turner’. Great story, learnt some history too. ‘Every day’s a school day’. 

It's another fabulous read Mark Butterworth. Loved the story line, a real page turner. Loved the setting of Antigua and took me right back there in each location featured. You are a wonderful writer and story creator. So excited for your next book.

I am really enjoying The Ffryes Affair, an excellent book. I feel really invested in the characters, Antonia and Peter.  Loving the description of Antigua!

My dad was given this book and The Berlin Assignment from his father in law, and he absolutley loved them. I'm his daughter, and his carer and they aren't books he would of necessarily chosen himself, but he has thoroughly enjoyed them both, beautifully written, and included parts of the world both of us had forgotten he had been to, and that his family had served in... the only complaint is that he couldn't put them down, so read them too quickly! I'm now on the search for more - well done Mark, keep writing please !!

Just wanted to say that I've just finished your brilliant book, The Pearl River. It had me gripped, I was thinking about it when we were out east in the Disney park and was excited to get back and keep reading. The storyline kept me guessing and the characters are brilliant . . . "

Absolutely fabulous - I couldn't put it down and read it in a couple of days.

I've really enjoyed reading this book: it has all the elements I enjoy in fiction, being historically informative/respectful of its attempt at accurate portrayal of what life must have been like for all of the characters in this book, as well as plenty of twists/turns along the way. The characters are so plausible/believable and would translate wonderfully to the screen in my opinion. It's lovely to read a book that whisks you away to another time/place but still catches you (regularly) by surprise. There has to be more to come from these characters in further assignments. Keep up the good work Mark and hope there'll be another instalment this time next year!