City of Belmont - Ruth Faulkner Public Library

'The doyen of the Northern saga, Catherine Cookson, would have loved this gritty tale' Peterborough Telegraph ______________________ Will she follow her head or her heart? Lancashire, 1842 Sixteen-year-old Bessie works long hours as a weaver in Blackburn, helping to support her family. Meanwhile, her older sister Peggy works as an apprentice at the Girls' School, hoping for a more prosperous future as a schoolteacher. Jennet and Titus Eastwood have always made decisions for their daughters' futures. But as the sisters near adulthood they are determined to make their own choices. And with temptation in the way, will the girls find love - or infatuation - leads them astray? Then an unexpected but familiar face arrives in town, and the family's future is threatened. For Bessie and Jennet, a difficult choice must be made - love or family . . . ______________________ Praise for Libby Ashworth 'Brimming with drama, heartbreak, love, friendship and the powerful bonds of family' Lancashire Post 'Engrossing tale of hardship, struggles, love and family' Kitty Neale 'Vividly drawn characters . . . gritty and heartfelt . . . a must-read' Evie Grace

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A Family SecretAn Emotional Historical Saga About Family Bonds and the Power of Love