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Kelly Rimmer

Australia

Kelly Rimmer is the author of historical and contemporary fiction, including The German Wife, The Warsaw Orphan, The Things We Cannot Say and The Secret Daughter, with more than 1.6 million copies of her novels sold to date. Her books have been translated into 25 languages and have appeared on bestseller lists around the world, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today. Kelly lives in the Central West of New South Wales with her family and a whole menagerie of badly behaved animals.

Genres: Romance, Historical, General Fiction, Historical Mystery

Series

Start Up in the City
   1. Unexpected (2019)
   2. Unspoken (2019)
   3. Undone (2020)

Novels

   Me Without You (2014)
   The Secret Daughter (2015)
   When I Lost You (2016)
   A Mother's Confession (2016)
   Before I Let You Go (2018)
   The Things We Cannot Say (2019)
   Truths I Never Told You (2020)
   The Warsaw Orphan (2021)
   The German Wife (2022)
   The Paris Agent (2023)
   The Story Keeper (2025)
     aka The Midnight Estate

Kelly Rimmer recommends

The Lost Baker of Vienna (2025)
Sharon Kurtzman
"Discerning fans of historical fiction should not miss The Lost Baker of Vienna - a beautifully drawn story of survival in post-war Europe, interwoven with an equally compelling contemporary narrative. Sharon Kurtzman writes with wisdom and compassion, and a palpable dedication to historical accuracy and detail. I loved every word of this book from the fascinating opening pages to the surprising, riveting conclusion."

The Quiet Librarian (2025)
Allen Eskens
"In The Quiet Librarian, Allen Eskens brings readers a suspenseful, heartrending story of friendship, strength and endurance, set against a history too rarely explored in fiction. This is a truly breathtaking read from a masterful storyteller and one I cannot recommend highly enough."

The Boy with the Star Tattoo (2024)
Talia Carner
"The Boy With the Star Tattoo is a heartfelt testament to the power of determination and belonging. Talia Carner is a masterful storyteller - bringing fascinating history to life in the way that only the best historical fiction can. Perfect for fans of Pam Jenoff and Heather Morris."

The Snow Hare (2023)
Paula Lichtarowicz
"The Snow Hare by Paula Lichtarowicz is an extraordinary novel of fate, hope, love and determination. Lichtarowicz' beautifully drawn story, set against a backdrop of real historical events, is every bit as heart-wrenching as it is inspiring. The Snow Hare brings the past to life in a vivid, evocative way - reminding us that history echoes through time, and hope can sustain us even through the most difficult of circumstances. This is one of the finest historical fiction novels I've read in years."

The Lipstick Bureau (2022)
Michelle Gable
"Inspired by little-known history, The Lipstick Bureau is a gripping, fascinating read about one woman's courage and determination during WWII."

The Forest of Vanishing Stars (2021)
Kristin Harmel
"Fascinating, meticulously researched, and utterly unique."

Sisters of the Resistance (2021)
Christine Wells
"Sisters of the Resistance had me enthralled from the first page right up until its breathtaking conclusion. An enthralling tale of courage, resistance and love – Christine Wells has penned one of the sure-fire hits of 2021."

The Woman with the Blue Star (2021)
Pam Jenoff
"The Woman with the Blue Star is a beautifully written and extraordinarily well-researched story. Pam Jenoff captures the trials and the triumphs of the human spirit during the WW2 era like no one else. This book is a must-read for all historical fiction fans."

The Whispers of War (2020)
Julia Kelly
"The Whispers of War is a beautifully told story, and a timely reminder that history works in chillingly familiar patterns. Julia Kelly writes gripping, moving historic fiction that’s not to be missed."

The Mother-in-Law (2019)
Sally Hepworth
"The Mother-in-Law is indeed twisty and suspenseful, but even more than that, it's clever and nuanced."

The Paris Orphan (2019)
Natasha Lester
"A fantastically engrossing story. I loved it."

Photos of You (2018)
Tammy Robinson
"A deeply emotional story that will remind you that life is a gift, and it's never too late for love."

The Rest of Me (2018)
Katie Marsh
"A deeply emotional and utterly relatable tale of family life and modern motherhood. I fell quite in love with Alex and her family, and loved every word of this beautifully written book."

Flying At Night (2018)
Rebecca L Brown
"Rebecca L Brown’s debut novel offers an engaging glimpse into the life of a family in crisis. Flying at Night’s characters are uniquely endearing, and their story presents a moving reminder of the ways that forgiveness can heal both the giver and receiver."

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