Broken Country is a compelling novel by Clare Leslie Hall, set in a picturesque English farming village. The story revolves around Beth, a woman whose past resurfaces when her first love, Gabriel Wolfe, returns to the village with his son, Leo. Their reunion stirs up old emotions and buried secrets, leading to a tragic incident that forces Beth to confront her past and make life-altering decisions. This narrative weaves together elements of romance, suspense, and psychological drama, exploring themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.