Intrusion (A Relative Invasion Book 1)

Book excerpt: BOOK 1 of the trilogy, A RELATIVE INVASION. 70,000 words. "A powerful and compelling narrative with strong and relatable characters. (It) offers an evocative portrayal of England’s war-time home front,” Harper Collins. "... thoroughly enjoyed the book. The research is meticulously done with convincing historical detail..." Historical Novel Society. 1937 London. With ruthless Hitler in Europe and manipulative Cousin Kenneth at the doorstep, young Billy is unknowingly facing war. A fateful rivalry is born ... The frail and artistic Kenneth is hideously devious, Uncle Frank is an outright bully while Billy's parents fail to see Kenneth's darker soul.The same emotions that enable Hitler’s rise - envy over strength, desire for new territory - now ferment in the Wilson home. When Billy secretly sets eyes on a precious Cossack sabre, he imagines he owns it and its power. While Kenneth sets out to invade Billy’s emotional space the sabre becomes an icon that sustains Billy through the hardships, but is it destined to damage as well as protect? Intrusion is a tale of rivalry that mirrors world conflict. "Every character in the novel comes to life under Minett’s insightful prose. . .” Casee Clow, USA