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The Reluctant Heiress
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The brand-new unforgettable romance saga from the No.1 bestselling author!
London was her home. It seemed impossible that she had grown up in the city without ever noticing the huge differences between those who had money and those who had next to nothing.
East-End London, 1858.
In London's twisting streets, it's hard to tell friend from foe. And for Katherine Martin, arriving back in London after years away, the city is far crueller than she remembers.
Her eyes opened to the plight of London's poor, Kate is determined to do what she can to help – even if it means defying her parents.
In secret, she opens a soup kitchen. But there is a world of criminals within London's poorest alleys. Catching the notice of Harry Trader and his gang, Kate is out of her depth. Until she begins to discover that her true enemies might not be who she thought . . .
The Sunday Times No.2 bestseller for the w/e 06/02/2021
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The Reluctant Heiress by Dilly Court has received praise for its spirited and adventurous storyline, featuring feisty female characters and a hint of romance. Reviewers describe it as a compelling and fast-paced read that keeps readers engaged to the very end, with its vivid and atmospheric narrative reminiscent of Downton Abbey.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008287917
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 February 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 512
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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