Pre-Order: Where the Past Still Breathes by Shelley Ann Miles

This pre-order will be dispatched on 2nd April 2026.

A powerful and moving historical family saga set in post-war Britain, this is the unforgettable story of Becca — the second child born into a loving family in the 1950s.

Rooted in the extraordinary journey of her great-grandparents, who fled Poland during the pogroms, this multigenerational story weaves together themes of immigration, identity, survival, and belonging. As Becca grows up, her seemingly secure childhood is suddenly disrupted when, at just eleven years old, her family buys a coffee bar — changing everything she thought she knew about stability, love, and home.

Thrown into an unfamiliar world, Becca struggles to find her place. Feeling lost and unseen, she faces bullying, emotional hardship, and difficult life choices, leading her down unexpected and sometimes painful paths. This deeply emotional coming-of-age story explores the realities of growing up, family dynamics, and the search for self-worth.

Through heartbreak and resilience, Becca’s life begins to transform. The arrival of her children brings new purpose, healing, and hope. And ultimately, she discovers the enduring power of true love, forgiveness, and second chances.

Told with warmth, honesty, and compassion, this gripping women’s fiction novel is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Perfect for readers who enjoy inspirational stories, Jewish heritage narratives, historical fiction, and uplifting life journeys, Becca’s story reminds us that even the hardest lives can be shaped by love, courage, and resilience.