Loving and Losing - Hardcover

"Readers who enjoy mysteries set in Victorian London will especially appreciate Oldfield's skillful re-creation of that time and place in this quietly chilling novel of historical suspense" Booklist on Jack's Shadow "Oldfield's historical novel provides an intriguing look at the culture of indulged young Brits in the heyday of the British Empire" Booklist on Summer Lightning "The author's keen observation and deft use of language make for intriguing glimpses into the many vagaries of human nature, from jealousy to fear, passion, betrayal, joy, courage, and grief" Booklist on Turning Leaves "A poignant and satisfying tale" Booklist on Early One Morning"

September, 1918: the First World War is nearly over and no one wants to admit that a new and deadly menace has arrived which will sweep through the world. Eve waits at home in England while her husband Harvey, a scientist, works in Camp Devens in the USA where hundreds of young soldiers have fallen sick with the virulent form of influenza. No-one is safe as parents die, leaving motherless children. Fortunately for young Kate Beatty and her sister, Eve steps in when the family is stricken by the disease. James Ferber, an army pathologist in Camp Devens, befriends Harvey as the two men struggle to save army lives, but one of the two will suffer the consequences of trying. And Eve's life, like thousands of others, is changed forever by the disaster...