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Longbourn

byJo Baker

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOKCLUB PICK 'Utterly engrossing' Guardian It is wash-day for the housemaids at Longbourn House, and Sarah's hands are chapped and raw. Domestic life below stairs, ruled with a tender heart and an iron will by Mrs Hill the housekeeper, is about to be disturbed by the arrival of a new footman, bearing secrets and the scent of the sea. What readers are saying: 'A novel to be savoured' 'Highly recommended' 'Very enjoyable exploration of the background to Pride and Prejudice'

Language

en

Published on

01/01/2014

Pages

448

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780552779517

Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy historical fiction with a focus on character development and social dynamics.

Topics FamilySocial ClassIdentity
MoodLight-hearted, Reflective
Female protagonist
HumorOccasional Humor
RomanceMajor Subplot
Explicit scenesSuggestive Themes

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