Product DescriptionAt the dawn of World War Two, German-born nurse Emma Taylor sits by the bedside of a Jewish heiress in London as she reminisces over her dear friend, Oscar Wilde.As the story of Wilde unravels, so does Emma's past. What really happened to her husband?She's taken back to her days in Singapore on the eve of World War One. To her disappointing marriage to a British export agent, her struggle to fit into colonial life and the need to hide her true identity.Emma is caught up in history, the highs, the lows, the adventures. A deadly mutiny, terrifying rice riots and a confrontation with the Ku Klux Klan bring home, for all migrants, the fragility of belonging.This is the large print edition of Emma's Tapestry, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.Review"The story is immersive and well-written; and Emma, when facing adversity, is a heroine to admire." - Janice Ottersberg, Historical Novels Society"The most exciting and compelling novel I've read in years. Truly exceptional." - Moyra Irving, author of Amelie Trott and the Earth Watchers"What a special memoir. Isobel Blackthorn has woven a fantastic story...set around true events. If you love books about a strong real existing personality read this one and you won't regret it." -Fany Goes English"When a book has the power to take a reader across continents and time as easily as 'Emma's Tapestry' did me, it proves that Isobel Blackthorn in this instance is a master at her craft....I found this book a compelling read, so compelling I wanted to learn all about Emma there and then." - Sharon Beyond the Books"Emma's Tapestry is such an absolutely beautifully written, immersive story that I was able to lose myself completely into Emma's world." -Jera's Jamboree"The style of writing lends itself naturally to the historical theme and seamlessly integrates key events in a way that make them accessible and compelling....An inspiring and engrossing read!" -Pickled Thoughts and Pinot"A brilliantly written book" - Snowphiethebookworm