Summary
The grit of Meg Hutchinson, the sweep and scope of Barbara Taylor Bradford - a first class saga.
Set against the harsh and gritty background of the Industrial Revolution, this is a story of poverty and star-crossed love, of sexual exploitation and deceit, of greed, murder and revenge. Luther Dearne has made a fortune wheeling and dealing with the wealthy ironmasters of South Riding, and by cheating the Swedish shippers who bring their iron to sell in England. Rich, powerful and appare…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780751539073 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0751539074 |
| Author: | Catherine King |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Imprint: | Sphere |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 464 |
| Release Date: | 1 November 2007 |
| Weight: | 240g |
| Dimensions: | 178mm x 108mm x 32mm |
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“She writes with authority, skill and confidence … a real old-style Victorian drama … [with] a mix and balance of wickedness and purity.”
She writes with authority, skill and confidence … a real old-style Victorian drama … [with] a mix and balance of wickedness and purity - Elizabeth Gill, author of The Secret
A gritty and realistic tale … This book paints a vivid picture of the harshness of life for many.The characters are so richly drawn and authentic that they pull the reader along in the story effortlessly. A very satisfying read - Anne Bennett, author of To Have and to HoldA powerful and page-turning saga - Dee Williams, author of Sunshine After RainHard hitting and powerful, this gritty tale features an appealing heroine, a dashing hero, and a whole host of intriguing characters ranging from the charming to the downright evil. The out-of-the-ordinary North Country setting adds flavour to the plot and the dialogue pulls no punches. Catherine King has written a first-rate novel - Maureen LeeAbout The Author
Catherine King
Catherine King was born in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. A search for her roots (her father, grandfather and great-grandfather all worked with coal, steel or iron) and an interest in local industrial history provide inspiration for her stories.
Author Location: Yorkshire, UK
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