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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