Let much loved author Maggie Bennett sweep you away with this powerful and gripping Southern saga of poverty, pride and passion. If you like Katie Flynn, Dilly Court and Catherine Cookson, you'll love this! READERS ARE LOVING A CARRIAGE FOR THE MIDWIFE ! ' I found it difficult to put this book down ' -- ***** Reader review ' This book was brilliant. I could not stop reading. A most enthralling read. -- ***** Reader review 'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review '[Maggie Bennett] is a real story teller who makes ...
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Let much loved author Maggie Bennett sweep you away with this powerful and gripping Southern saga of poverty, pride and passion. If you like Katie Flynn, Dilly Court and Catherine Cookson, you'll love this! READERS ARE LOVING A CARRIAGE FOR THE MIDWIFE ! ' I found it difficult to put this book down ' -- ***** Reader review ' This book was brilliant. I could not stop reading. A most enthralling read. -- ***** Reader review 'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review '[Maggie Bennett] is a real story teller who makes you want to turn each page' -- ***** Reader review 'Maggie Bennett is a brilliant writer' -- ***** Reader review ****************************************************************************** CAN SHE ESCAPE THE DARK SHADOWS OF HER CHILDHOOD? Born into the squalor of the notorious Ash-Pits , young Susan Lucket is determined to raise herself above the poverty of her childhood. Discovering she has a natural talent for nursing, she forges a new life for herself as a midwife - independent and unmarried, she is a woman far ahead of her time. When Edward Calthorpe , youngest son of the privileged landowner, offers her marriage, the memory of her terrible childhood returns to haunt her. And when Edward's wayward brother seduces her beloved younger sister Polly - and then betrays her in the most brutal of ways - Susan faces losing everything she has struggled for. Can she find the strength to fight for her right to happiness?
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Good in good dust jacket. Outline: -Born into the squalor of the notorious Ash-Pits young Susan Lucket is determined to raise herself from her humble origins. Sent to the village school by a discerning patroness and later taught by one of the new `man-midwives` her intuitive skill at assisting women in childbirth leads to demands for her services from gentlewomen as well as poor cottager`s wives and as an independent and unmarried midwife she is far ahead of her time. Yet when Edward Calthorpe youngest son of the privileged landowner of Bever House offers her marriage the memory of her degraded childhood returns to haunt her: and the seduction and betrayal of her beloved younger sister Polly by Edward`s wayward brother causes deep divisions between her and his family. As Susan discovers that all women share the pain and peril of childhood whether in a manor house or a hovel she fights for her own right to life and happiness...-> the publisher of this PAPERBACK book is Arrow Books Ltd The date of this copy is 2003 booksalvation have grade it as Good and it will be shipped from our UK warehouse This book is from the Series. Shipping is Free for UK buyers and at a reasonable charge for buyer outside the UK.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
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Good. Ex-Library Book. Has usual library markings and stamps inside. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Very good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
