Daughter of Hong Kong

<h2>Based on a true story a tale of love and survival against all the odds set in Hong Kong at the start of the Pacific War.</h2><p><strong>Can love conquer all?</strong></p><p><strong>Spring 1939</strong> - dashing young William Burton and the beautiful Constance Han set sail from London on the same ocean liner to Hong Kong.</p><p>Connie is intrigued by Will's talent for writing poetry and as romance blossoms she offers to give him Cantonese lessons to help him with his new job - a cadet in the colonial service.</p><p>But once in Hong Kong Connie is constrained by filial duty towards her Eurasian parents and their wish for her to marry someone from her own background.</p><p>When war breaks out Connie and Will find themselves drawn into a wider conflict than their battle against prejudice. Can they survive and achieve a future together? Or will forces beyond their control keep them forever apart?</p><p><strong>A sweeping tale of love and perseverance perfect for readers of Dinah Jefferies Fiona Valpy and Ann Bennett</strong></p><p><em>Previously published as The Flame Tree</em></p><p>'<strong>Five stars without a moment's hesitation</strong> highly recommended if you enjoy historical romance.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <em>Reader Review</em></p><p>'<strong>Wow! Just WOW!</strong> What a <strong>completely absorbing read</strong>... I absolutely lapped up every single word.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <em>Reader Review</em></p><p>'It was a real page turner and s<strong>o engrossed was I that I read it in one sitting!</strong> A good read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <em>Reader Review</em></p><p>'This is <strong>a wonderfully rewarding read</strong> with vivid characters and settings. I'd give it <strong>more stars if they were available</strong>.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <em>Reader Review</em></p><p>'A convincing and <strong>very moving</strong> romance a fascinating slice of history. Coupled with the most wonderful story-telling this book delivered everything I could have possibly wanted.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ <em>Reader Review</em></p><p><strong>PRAISE FOR SIOBHAN DAIKO</strong></p><p>'Reading Siobhan's <em>Daughters of Tuscany</em> was <strong>like meeting an old dear friend</strong> after a long absence. What a poignant emotional thoroughly enjoyable read this was! ... <strong>such beautiful prose</strong> and such a brilliant story that completely transported me.' <em>Renita D'Silva</em></p><p>'... <strong>wonderfully fast-paced and readable</strong>... I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to be transported to a different place and time and wants a <strong>thoroughly absorbing</strong> read <em>Ann Bennett</em></p><p>'A fantastic story <strong>so evocative</strong> of both time and place' <em>Jo Bartlett</em></p>