Coming soon:
The Poet's Bridge
One glance.
One moment.
One love to last a lifetime.
As the world descends into war, two souls collide in a brief, luminous encounter neither of them can forget. Across oceans and battlefields, The Poet’s Bridge traces the echo of that moment — a story of first love, aching loss, and the fragile thread of hope that refuses to break.
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Rebecca Connett
Rebecca Connett writes sweeping historical fiction that captures the quiet courage of ordinary people in extraordinary times.
With lyrical prose and deep emotional resonance, she explores themes of love, loss, resilience, and belonging—set against the backdrop of real historical events.
Her debut novel, The Poet’s Bridge, is inspired by the true wartime experiences of her grandfather. Set in 1939 New Zealand and spanning North Africa and Crete, it follows the story of an orphaned sailor and a spirited farm girl whose fleeting connection is tested by war, silence, and separation.
Through rich historical detail and heartfelt storytelling, Rebecca brings to life the emotional landscapes of wartime New Zealand and the soldiers who faced unimaginable choices on distant battlefields. Her work resonates with readers who enjoy thoughtful wartime romance, strong female voices, and immersive settings that transport them across oceans and decades.
Born and raised in coastal New Zealand, Rebecca now lives in Australia with her husband and children. When she’s not writing, she loves to ride horses and dream of future travels to faraway places.
Her work is perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Fiona Valpy, Hazel Gaynor, and other authors of emotionally layered historical fiction.
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