Tall Poppies

by Janet Woods

Overview

One woman – two loves . . . - Dorset, 1917. If it's not enough that a girl from a good background is forced to work as a maid, Livia Carr is then violated by her master and falls pregnant. But help unexpectedly comes from her attacker’s son, Richard, a WWI hero who is not expected to live much longer. He marries her, and his death, though expected, comes as a great blow. Into the breach steps Livia's first love, Denton Elliott - but he does not know the truth about her child's parentage . . .

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781780102191
Publisher:	Severn House
Publication date:	10/01/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
Sales rank:	770,838
File size:	346 KB

About the Author

Janet Woods' previous books include "The Stonecutter's Daughter "and "Where Seagulls Soar,"""

Editorial Reviews

Patricia Gallimore’s splendid narration transports the listener to 1917 England. In this engaging story, Olivia Carr must contend with her shifting social status and two love interests. Gallimore’s myriad voices and range of English accents bring out the various classes of the characters—from the proper diction and tone of the distinguished and ailing Mrs. Sangster to the gossipy, quick-paced chatter of the cook. Gallimore’s deftly handled delivery captures the emotional restraint in the interactions between Olivia and her two loves, in addition to the general propriety between individuals of various classes. Gallimore’s effective narration should delight lovers of English period pieces. M.F. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine

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