The Winter Waif
The Winter Waif by Lynette Rees, published by Boldwood Books Limited on January 8, 2024, is a historical fiction novel set in 1884. This edition spans 306 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Betsan Morgan, a young girl whose life takes a turn for the worse after her mother’s death. As her father brings home a new partner, Betsan finds herself increasingly isolated and unhappy in her own home, leading her to seek refuge with her estranged aunt in Merthyr Tydfil.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family life and resilience in the face of adversity. As Betsan navigates her challenging circumstances, she confronts the harsh realities of her environment, including the dangers that lurk in the working district. The novel delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact of loss, all set against the backdrop of Victorian society. This edition invites readers to experience Betsan’s journey as she strives to reclaim her sense of belonging and safety.
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1884 – When Betsan Morgan’s mother succumbs to a devastating illness, she doesn’t think her life could get much worse. But then her father moves in his new beau, an unserious flitty woman and coincidentally also the bargirl in the pub he works in, and she soon learns her house is no longer a home.
All she can do is sit in the attic and stare at the portrait of her mother. Her new stepmother, Elinor, couldn’t even let them have the grace of keeping it in the hallway.
When Elinor takes things too far – selling her dear mother’s beloved sewing machine – Betsan decides to flee, leaving in search of her estranged aunt, who she last heard was living in the working district of Merthyr Tydfil.
But the dank and dark place is not somewhere a twelve-year-old girl should stray alone, and lest she want to end up in a workhouse, she’ll have to watch her step…
‘A gripping historical saga well worth reading!’ bestselling author, AnneMarie Brear
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