Discover a compelling story of loyalty, love and the strength of friendship in war-torn Britain, from the international bestselling author Lesley PearseSpring 1935.On London\'s Hampstead Heath, two girls meet by chance: well-mannered and smartly dressed Verity and dishevelled and grubby Ruby.Somehow, the mismatched pair form an instant friendship strong enough to survive their parent\'s disapproval.When war engulfs the country - sending Ruby to Devon while Verity struggles to find a new beginning under a shadow from her past - the girls are convinced they will always be there for each other.Until the day one breaks the other\'s heart . . .Can Verity and Ruby find a way back to each other before it\'s too late?