Stationmaster’s Daughter
Stationmaster’s Daughter by Maggie Craig, published by Headline Publishing Group in 2000, is a novel that explores the life of Carrie Burgess, who lives in the stationmaster’s cottage at Partick. Despite her seemingly charmed existence, Carrie’s life takes a turn when her father passes away, forcing her and her mother to confront financial difficulties. As she navigates her relationships, Carrie faces pressure to choose between Ewen Livingstone, a railway labourer, and Matt Campbell, a clerk who appears to offer a more secure future.
In this edition, readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the impact of war on personal choices. As Carrie grapples with her feelings and societal expectations, the story unfolds against the backdrop of changing times brought on by the Second World War. The 435-page novel presents a vivid portrayal of Carrie’s internal struggles and the complexities of her relationships, particularly as she comes to terms with her true affections amidst the turmoil of her life.
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Living away from the poverty that surrounds her in the stationmaster’s cottage at Partick, Carrie Burgess leads a charmed life. Her only real problem is her mother, who thinks her daughter could do better than Ewen Livingstone, the railway labourer Carrie’s grown close to; Matt Campbell, a clerk, seems a much better prospect. When Carrie’s father dies suddenly, the women are forced to move out of their cottage, and money is tight. Carrie ignores her true feelings and, turning down Ewen, she marries Matt. But his devoted front conceals a man of violence. When the Second World War starts, everything changes, but Carrie remains sure of one thing: that her heart will always belong to Ewen…
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