
In the autumn of 1941, rumors of war whisper through Rosey Corner. The town practically vibrates in anticipation, as if it is holding its breath. But for Kate Merritt, it seems life is letting out a prolonged sigh…

There’s a rip in the blue umbrella, and time – and Chelsea – are slipping through! One moment she was there, the next moment she was not, and Ches was watching when it happened. And he learns of other mysterious goings-on: for three days in a row the world’s atomic clocks have lost a second, resulting in bizarre accidents…

In the midst of World War II, Ireland has declared herself neutral. Troops found on Irish soil must be reported and interned. When midwife Nan O’Neil finds a wounded young Canadian pilot at her door, she knows she’s taking a huge risk by letting him in. Not only is she a widow living alone, but if caught harboring a combatant, she’ll face imprisonment…