“A second Wentworth sister finds romance in war-torn France as Harte continues her captivating World War I War Brides series with this pleasantly romantic story of two people who discover love is possible even in the darkest of times.”
- John Charles, Booklist, 2003

“...Employing a seldom used but nicely handled setting, this gentle, heartwarming romance features likeable characters and a nice sense of place and will appeal to readers who enjoy their historicals short, sweet, and series-linked.”
- Library Journal, February 15, 2004

The War Brides Trilogy: Book Two

No one’s ever paid much attention to Emily Wentworth, but all that changes in the spring of 1918 when her twin brother is reported missing and presumed killed in what is supposed to be the war to end all wars. Emily’s convinced that Theo is alive and travels to France to find him. Since no one would let her go if they knew of her mission, she capitalizes on her ability to drive and repair a Model T and signs on as an ambulance driver.

Emily is determined to reach Theo, even if it means allying herself with Grant Randall, a reporter who writes beautifully but appears oddly unaffected by the war. She enlists Grant’s aid, promising to keep his breakdown-prone Model T running if he’ll help her find her brother. For his part, though he’s intrigued by the beautiful woman who’s so skilled at what many would consider a man’s work, Grant knows better than to let himself care too deeply about Emily’s mission. After all, caring is the road to heartache. Though each have reservations, they embark on a journey fraught with danger. As they make their way across the war-torn countryside, Grant encourages Emily to keep her fears at bay by whistling in the dark. Emily realizes Grant has fears of his own, fears that threaten both his happiness and hers. Can Emily help him overcome his fears before its too late?

From her early childhood in Texas, Amanda Harte dreamed of living in France. That dream came true during her college years. Now she draws on her experiences in France as well as her memories of Texas to create Whistling in the Dark.

Amanda is a long-time resident of New Jersey, co-founder of the New Jersey chapter of Romance Writers of America, and an avid traveler. She married her high school sweetheart, who shares her love of travel and who’s driven thousands of miles to help her research her books.

Whistling in the Dark is the second of the War Brides Trilogy and Amanda’s fifth romance novel for AVALON.

Amanda loves hearing from readers and encourages you to visit her web page at www.amandaharte.com.

Avalon Historical Romances by Amanda Harte:

The Hidden Falls Romance Series
THE GOLDEN THREAD
STARGAZER
DREAM WEAVER
THE BRASS RING
PAINTED PONIES

The War Brides Trilogy
LAUGHING AT THE THUNDER
WHISTLING IN THE DARK
DANCING IN THE RAIN

Avalon Romances by Amanda Harte:
Unwanted Legacies Romance Series
BLUEBONNET SPRING
STRINGS ATTACHED
IMPERFECT TOGETHER

MOONLIGHT MASQUERADE