Netta Muskett
Agent: Julian Friedmann
Biography: Netta Muskett (b. 1887 - d. 1963) was born in Sevenoaks, Kent, and was educated at Kent College, Folkstone. She taught mathematics before joining the Voluntary Aid Detachment that took her to France where she drove an ambulance during the First World War. It was during the same war that she lost her brother who was killed in Egypt whilst serving with the Imperial Camel Corp (ICC) in 1916.
In 1925 she married Henry Wallace Muskett and brought up four children, three of whom were from Henry's previous marriage. Two years later she wrote her first novel, 'The Jade Spider'. What followed was a career of writing that spanned over 37 years.
Netta co-founded the Romantic Novelists' Association, where she served as Vice-President. In her honour the RNA created the Netta Muskett Award for outstanding new writers, now called the RNA New Writers Scheme.
LOVE IN AMBER
Saga, Wyndham Books, 224 pages, April 2024
1939. Meriel Grey ignores her parents' warnings and takes a holiday in Germany despite the threat of war in Europe. She needs to get away for a while from her family and her fiancé. Hugh Barlow is rich and kind but Meriel isn't sure that her future is as his wife.
On the crossing from Dover, Meriel is swept off her feet by a charming, handsome stranger. Kerry Hanson offers the excitement and passion she has craved yet never before experienced. Meriel's happiness is short-lived, however, when she is trapped among the enemy as England declares war on the Nazis.
Meriel turns to Kerry for help. But when she uncovers his secret, she is faced with a terrible dilemma. If the man she adores is a traitor to his country, should she betray their love?
GIVE BACK YESTERDAY
Saga, Wyndham Books, 261 pages, June 2024
1955. Helena Clurey enjoys a happy and contented life. She has a devoted husband and loving children. Then a shadow from the past threatens everything she holds dear.
Helena's daughter, Alison, is engaged to a charming older man. However, Giles Paraway is not what he seems. When Alison introduces him to her family, Helena gets a terrible shock.
Helena is desperate to protect her own marriage and children from a long-held secret. Will a mistake from her youth destroy the lives of those she loves most…?
LIGHT FROM ONE STAR
Saga, Wyndham Books, 294 pages, April 2024
Sir Blaine Belding surprises his friends and colleagues when he marries rising television star Virginia Coley. The respected brain surgeon is enchanted by the young woman’s glamour and beauty. Sadly, their mismatched union soon brings unhappiness and regret.
Then gentle, courageous Anna Mere comes unexpectedly into Blaine's life. With her, he finally shares the deep bond of true love. But despite their loveless marriage, Virginia refuses to set Blaine free.
Anna knows she must build a life of her own without the man she loves. Over the years, she faces hardship and sorrow. Yet throughout Anna's many struggles, there is always the hope of a second chance at happiness…
CANDLE IN THE SUN
Saga, Wyndham Books, 2024
Cilla Partell is wary of entering into any relationship after being badly hurt before. And when she meets Anthony Bereya, he seems to be the very epitome of a person to be avoided. Sought after by others, he’s a rich, handsome playboy, but Cilla is determined his undoubted charm will not penetrate the wall she’s built. Slowly, however, she discovers that underneath the brash exterior, there’s another Anthony...