Books like Sands of Time by Barbara Erskine
Sands of Time gathers a selection of Barbara Erskine’s engaging tales, including two long stories that revisit characters from her novel Whispers in the Sand. The narratives weave Egypt’s ancient allure with contemporary drama, featuring themes of romance, suspense, and paranormal intrigue. Each story offers a fresh unexpected twist, from a happily married woman’s wartime affair to a traveller’s sudden displacement into snowy Canadian wilderness, all underscored by Erskine’s signature compelling storytelling.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Barbara Erskine
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