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Name: Fortune's Daughter
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780008435493
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By Dilly Court

Series: The Rockwood Chronicles

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Fortune's Daughter by Dilly Court follows young and spirited Charity Crosse as she embarks on a journey through 19th-century London. As she grapples with the challenges of urban life, a blend of romance and adventure unfolds, featuring memorable characters and unexpected events that shape her future. The novel captures the emotional highs and lows of forging one's path amidst societal expectations.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you enjoy heartwarming tales of love and resilience set against vivid historical backdrops, this novel may be perfect for you. The story beautifully weaves elements of romance, drama, and family dynamics, offering a captivating escape into another time and place.

Don’t miss the heartwarming, moving novel from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Dilly Court!

The spellbinding new summer 2021 book from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller

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Don’t miss the heartwarming, moving novel from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Dilly Court!

Rockwood was home and she would do anything she could to stop it being stolen from them.

Abandoned by their parents and left to fight for themselves, headstrong Rosalind Carey has no choice but to take charge of her younger brothers and sister in Devonshire’s grand Rockwood Castle. But their once much-loved home is crumbling like the family that lives within it. Living hand to mouth and desperate to provide for the estate that depends on them, the Carey family are one debt away from ruin.

Until the day comes when the dashing Piers Blanchard appears on their doorstep from Cornwall, claiming he is Rosalind’s distant cousin and that Rockwood Castle is his.

Piers says he wants to help pay off the family’s debts. But how can Rosalind be sure he isn’t out to take what is his and leave them all homeless? Only a closely-guarded secret will convince Rosalind she can trust Piers to protect her family – and her fragile heart.

Book One of The Rockwood Chronicles

Reader reviews for Fortune’s Daughter

‘I literally could not put this book down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Dilly Court never disappoints . . . gripping and highly entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘It is so easy to immerse oneself in the story and feel part of it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘If you love family saga, you will definitely love this’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘There are so many twists and turns along the way’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A brilliant start to the series!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Loved this book from start to finish’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Fortune’s Daughter by Dilly Court receives praise for its feisty female characters and spirited adventure. Reviewers describe it as a page-turner that’s gripping and absorbing to the end, offering a heart-warming and fast-paced narrative with a hint of romance.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008435493

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 528

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About the Author

Dilly Court is a Sunday Times bestselling author of over thirty novels. She grew up in North East London and began her career in television, writing scripts for commercials. She is married with two grown-up children and four grandchildren, and now lives in Dorset on the beautiful Jurassic Coast with her husband. To find out more about Dilly, please visit her website and her Facebook page: www.dillycourt.com www.facebook.com/DillyCourtAuthor

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