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Book Synopsis The Fall and Rise of Lucy Charlton by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book The Fall and Rise of Lucy Charlton written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2014-06-03 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gritty, emotional saga about tragic loss, a mysterious inheritance and one woman's determination to succeed in the male-dominated society of 1920s northern England. Since childhood, Lucy Charlton has dreamed of working with her father in the family solicitor's firm. But when scandal shatters her dreams and her father disowns her she finds herself on the streets, fighting for survival. Joe Hardy has returned to London after the Great War to find his life in tatters--his father is dead and his pregnant fiancee has disappeared. Then Joe learns he's unexpectedly inherited an old river house in Durham from a stranger called Margaret Lee. With nothing left for him in London, he makes arrangements to travel north and claim it. Lucy's determination has finally secured her a job as a legal secretary, campaigning for the rights of the poorest in society. As Joe arrives in her office to collect the keys to his new home, she promises to help him uncover information about his mystery benefactor. But before long, the past comes back to haunt them both, with shocking consequences.
Book Synopsis Lucy Charlton's Christmas by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book Lucy Charlton's Christmas written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2013-12-05 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A festive short story to accompany Elizabeth Gill's new novel, The Fall and Rise of Lucy Charlton. Lucy Charlton - beloved daughter, precocious student and aspiring lawyer - is looking forward to spending a cozy holiday in Durham with her parents and sister Gemma. But when Headmistress asks Lucy to look after a younger girl at school - a Malaysian immigrant called Shamala - Lucy learns that not everybody has a warm hearth and jolly family to come home to this Christmas. From the author of the bestselling novel Miss Appleby's Academy comes a heartwarming tale full of love, courage and Christmas cheer.
Book Synopsis The Hat Shop Girl by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book The Hat Shop Girl written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-04-07 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of A Daughter's Wish comes a gritty tale of one woman's determination to find a home to call her own, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Anna Jacobs and Ellie Dean. Having been given up as a baby, Lorna Robson spends her days working long and tiring hours in her aunt's hat shop in County Durham. But when she inherits a large property in the city from the grandfather she never knew, her aunt is furious at her for leaving, and tells Lorna not to come back. Arriving at Snow Hall, Lorna can't help but fall in love with the dilapidated old house she's been given. However, with her grandfather's disreputable family willing to do anything to take the house from her, and no help or money of her own, will Lorna be able to keep Snow Hall and turn this house into a home?
Download or read book Ella's Choice written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy, comes the first in the Black Family trilogy. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Anna Jacobs and Catherine King. Ella's happy childhood in the Swan Island district of Durham is abruptly ended when her father dies, leaving the family bankrupt. Ella and her mother leave their home behind to go and live with her grandmother, who runs the Silver Street cafe. After a first, unhappy marriage she settles into domesticity with a local businessman, David Black. But Ella can never quite forget her first love. Now a contented wife and mother, Ella soon finds she must make an impossible choice. Note: this book was previously published under the title Swan Island.
Book Synopsis For Love and Pride by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book For Love and Pride written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-05-05 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy comes a gritty story of tragedy and overcoming hardship, perfect for fans of Margaret Dickinson and Milly Adams. As a solicitor in the small northern mining town of Hexham, Sam Browne knows more than most about the affairs of the town's inhabitants. He has known several of his clients since his schooldays, and has become a fast friend to their growing families. But when tragedy strikes, affecting the town in many terrible ways, Sam finds himself unwillingly drawn into the complicated emotional entanglements that arise. Are Sam and his friends' lives to be forever changed by what has happened?
Book Synopsis The Lost Girl from Far Away by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book The Lost Girl from Far Away written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2024-04-11 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The heartbreaking new novel from the author of An Orphan's Wish. Having recently arrived in England, abandoned by her father and brother, Isabella is left to look after her dying mother in an abandoned house. When the worst happens, she suddenly finds herself alone in a strange country, forced to seek out help from strangers in the nearby town. Sarah doesn't know what to do with the poor little girl she's found, orphaned and afraid, except bring her back to Hilda House where they can stay together. But when she discovers the girl's connection to Wolsingham, Sarah knows she'll do whatever it takes to keep Isabella safe from the tragedy of her family's past. As the lives of the townspeople become increasingly entwined, will they find a way to come together? Or will they fall apart under the past that haunts them all?
Book Synopsis A Daughter's Wish by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book A Daughter's Wish written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of An Orphan's Wish comes a tale of love and destiny perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Anna Jacobs and Ellie Dean. When Thomas Grant - one of the most eligible young men in London - proposes to Annabel Seaton, she can't say she's surprised, but she is delighted. He's been her best friend since she was a child, and she can't imagine life without him. What shocks her, however, is the reaction of her mother and father. Annabel knows that her parents disapprove of her forthright opinions, but their displeasure is both unexpected and unaccountable. As they permit the engagement, however, she decides to put it out of her mind. But before she can be married, tragedy strikes, and only then does Annabel learn of the shocking secret that her parents have kept from her. Determined to learn more, she travels to Durham on a personal search that will change everything.
Book Synopsis An Orphan's Wish by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book An Orphan's Wish written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2022-11-10 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will she be able to keep her family together? 'A novel that reminds us that there is always hope in the face of darkness' Katie Fforde After their parents die unexpectedly, Connie, Dom, Leo and Pearl are forced to journey to Wolsingham, England, in search of the only family they have left. Hopeful of a warm welcome, the orphans are heartbroken to be turned away by their grandparents, Joshua and Flo Butler, and sent back out into the cold and unfamiliar countryside. But when Flo falls gravely ill, the Butlers have no choice but to ask for help from the grandchildren they abandoned. With the support of their new community, can the orphans repair what little family they have left . . .? h4 'Elizabeth writes such strong female characters, who never fail to succeed in the face of adversity. A compelling drama' Trisha Ashley /b”/h4
Book Synopsis A Miner's Daughter by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book A Miner's Daughter written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-05-05 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Rosalind West leaves her native Durham for a job in London with the Doxbridge Motor Company she is determined to escape her background and build a new life. London is excitingly different and tantalisingly glamorous - especially when she meets the handsome and aristocratic Freddie Harrington, a rally driver, and the son of a once-wealthy Northumberland landowner. Against her friends' better judgement Freddie and Rosalind begin a relationship. But Freddie's family have plans for him which do not include marrying a Durham miner's daughter. Turning to a close companion for consolation, Rosalind suddenly finds herself torn between two men, both of strong passions, and fierce ambition. Note: this book was previously published under the title Home to the High Fells. Praise for Elizabeth Gill 'Original and evocative - a born storyteller' Trisha Ashley 'A wonderful book, full of passion, pain, sweetness, twists and turns. I couldn't put it down' Sheila Newberry 'Elizabeth Gill writes with a masterful grasp of conflicts and passions' Leah Fleming 'An enthralling and satisfying novel that will leave you wanting more' Catherine King 'If you love Catherine Cookson then you will love Elizabeth Gill' Northern Echo
Book Synopsis The Little Terrace by the Sea by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book The Little Terrace by the Sea written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy and Far From My Father's House comes a tale of love and sacrifice perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Anna Jacobs and Dilly Court. Jenna Duncan's only ambition is to marry the boy she loves and have a little terraced house away from her parents and her dull job. Ruari Gallacher has other ideas. Ruari is determined to break away from the little seaside town where his father died down the pit and make all his dreams come true as a professional footballer. But when Rauri lets Jenna down one too many times she becomes involved with another man, and by the time Ruari asks her to escape with him, it's far too late. Will Rauri succeed in capturing his dream, and has he scarified the love of the one person who can ever make him truly happy?
Book Synopsis A Durham Girl's Secret by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book A Durham Girl's Secret written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-04-07 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An unbreakable bond. A devastating discovery. From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy comes a gritty and emotional family saga. London, 1944. A young man is killed in an air-raid, leaving a wife and two children - and a secret. After the tragedy, Ailsa, Margaret and Luke are persuaded by to return to the north east. Despite their grief and bitterness, they find a new life there. But it isn't long before the past catches up with them, and they must confront the secret the family left behind. Note: this book was previously published under the title The Secret.
Download or read book Snow Angels written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus Publishing. This book was released on 2013-03-14 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the homelands of Durham to the streets of London, can she build a new life for herself? A sparkling winter wonderland of a novel, the perfect fireside read for fans of THE WINTER BABY by Sheila Newberry and CHRISTMAS ANGELS by Nadine Dorries. Grieving after the loss of her mother, Abby Reed, finds an unexpected source of comfort exploring the rugged, snowy countryside, where she meets the brooding Gillan Collingwood. But then Abby learns that Gill is already interested in another woman. Heartbroken, she impulsively flees frosty wilds of her homeland to London's glittering social scene . . . but can she ever forget the boy she left behind? Elizabeth Gill's next northern saga THE QUARRYMAN'S WIFE is available to preorder now! Just search 9781786482662 Rated 5 stars by REAL READERS: 'This is a real love story with twists of family saga' Debra, Amazon reviewer 'Snow Angels is a most enchanting book. It keeps you captivated in an exciting world with plenty of twists and turns' Sally, Amazon reviewer 'The story is full of fantastic descriptions of the North Country, where Elizabeth Gill herself has always lived, and which she clearly loves with all her heart.' Amazon reviewer Also by Elizabeth Gill: The Guardian Angel Nobody's Child Miss Appleby's Academy The Singing Winds Far From My Father's House And available to pre-order now: The Quarryman's Wife
Download or read book A Wartime Wish written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As war fades, they must rebuild their lives. From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy comes a gritty family saga, perfect for fans of Catherine King and Nadine Dorries. Returning to his home town from the Great War, Allan Jamieson is hailed as a hero. But inside he is a changed man, so affected by his experiences at the Front that he withdraws from his wife Kaye and their young son. Allan soon resumes his civilian career as a respected barrister, and takes on the defence of a beautiful young woman accused of killing her war-wounded husband. Alienated from his wife, it is not long before Allan and the woman have become recklessly involved. As war casts its long shadow over everyone's lives, the townspeople must learn to start again.
Book Synopsis A Home for Maddy by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book A Home for Maddy written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2016-04-07 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy comes the third book in the popular Black Family trilogy. Perfect for fans of Catherine King, Katie Flynn and Dilly Court. Maddy Grant is a country girl, living high up on the fells above the small town of Sweet Wells, where her family has lived for hundreds of years. But when her father dies, Maddy learns the land has been sold to businessman Jonas Ward, who evicts Maddy and her mother from the house. As they scrape to make ends meet, Maddy finds herself slowly falling in love with Jonas' handsome nephew, who is also the local solicitor's son. But can she ever truly be with him, knowing how his uncle has treated Maddy's family? Note: this book was previously published under the title Sweet Wells.
Book Synopsis The Black Family Series by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book The Black Family Series written by Elizabeth Gill and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2017-10-26 with total page 652 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling author of Miss Appleby's Academy, is the Black Family trilogy - available in omnibus form for the first time. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Donna Douglas and Diney Costeloe. Swan Island When Ella's father dies, leaving the family bankrupt, she must go and live with her grandmother, leaving everyone she knows - and loves - behind her. She eventually settles into a life of domesticity with a local businessman, David Black, but Ella can never quite forget her first love. Will she find the home she's always been looking for? Silver Street When Iris Black falls deeply for the handsome Johnny Fenwick, she is devastated to learn about his family's shocking secret and immediately leaves to train as a nurse. Her absence casts a dark shadow on the Black household, and as much as he tries to move on, will Johnny forever be plagued by the memory of the girl who left him behind? Sweet Wells After the death of her father, Maddy Grant learns that the home she has always known has been sold to a local businessman, Jonas Ward, who evicts Maddy and her mother. As they scrape to make ends meet and try as she might, she can't keep away from the influence of Jonas and finds herself falling for his handsome nephew. Can she ever come to terms with the ill his family has brought to hers?
Book Synopsis The Law of the Land, Or, London in the Last Century by : William Henry Wills
Download or read book The Law of the Land, Or, London in the Last Century written by William Henry Wills and published by . This book was released on 1837 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Doctor of the High Fells by : Elizabeth Gill
Download or read book Doctor of the High Fells written by Elizabeth Gill and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prue's heart beat hard - she had heard of the low seams of the mines of northwest Durham and she had always had a fear of being enclosed. She picked up her bag and followed them to the cage which carried the miners below ground, praying that the man did not die, that she need not produce some miracle...This is the story of Prue Stanhope, a young woman doctor, who escapes a loveless marriage to journey far from home and join a surgery in Tow Law, County Durham. There are long hours and limited resources, but gaining the townspeople's trust will be her greatest challenge of all.
