Helen Simonson Books in Order

Helen Simonson is a British-American author, born in England, who spent her formative years in a small village in East Sussex. A graduate of the London School of Economics and holder of an MFA from Stony Brook Southampton, she brings a unique blend of academic and professional experience to her writing. As a former travel advertising executive who has called America home for nearly three decades, Simonson's work is infused with a deep understanding of culture and community. A longtime Brooklyn resident and mother of two, her novels have captured the hearts of readers worldwide. Her debut, Major Pettigrew's Last Stand, became an instant New York Times bestseller, followed by the equally acclaimed The Summer Before the War, which has also topped international bestseller lists.