I think that the only other book by Holm that I've read is I am David, which I have re-read a number of times, which is surprising, given that I tend to avoid depressing books. England is at war with Bonaparte, but this story is about what happened when both sides decided that Denmark was likely to help their enemies. Told from the point of view of a young girl who has recently returned/moved to Denmark from some colonial location (possibly India, but I didn't get a very strong impression of that section of the story). I think that Holm's characterisations are the best bits of her books, but her descriptions are pretty damn good as well. Certainly going to see what else of hers I can find. ( )