In London in 1969, a girl artist is excited about the moon landings and hopes her paintings will win the approval of an adult artist.

In London in 1941, Josie has to deal with the World War II Blitz, bullying at school and family shame over her brother who refuses to fight in the war.

In London in the 18th century, Mary Ann wants to become an opera singer and is thrilled when young Mozart and his sister come to perform.

1817. Two possible futures loom before Miss Anne Davenport. The first option: sharing an unhappy home with her father and soon-to-be stepmother. The second: a life of independence at the Spinster House, if only her friend, Cat, would vacate the premises and marry the Duke of Hart. A well-placed whisper about the pair's secret tryst might speed the course of true love. But the duke's stubborn cousin poses an obstacle. A ridiculously handsome, very...