The River Maid
The River Maid by Dilly Court is a historical fiction novel published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on December 14, 2017. This edition spans 496 pages and is presented in English. Set in London during 1854, the story follows twenty-year-old Essie Chapman, who lives in poverty with her father and works as a boatman on the river. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters a mysterious man named ‘Raven,’ leading her into a world of adventure that challenges her predetermined existence.
Readers will find a narrative rich in action and adventure as Essie becomes embroiled in a journey that takes her far beyond the confines of Limehouse. The plot unfolds as she follows Raven, ultimately finding herself on a ship bound for the penal colonies in Australia. This remarkable journey explores themes of family life, romance, and the complexities of marriage and divorce, all set against the backdrop of Victorian society. The River Maid offers a glimpse into the struggles and aspirations of women during this era, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical sagas.
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The stunning new novel from Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court
London, 1854: twenty-year-old Essie Chapman lives with her father in poverty stricken Limehouse, working on the river as a boatman. Her life seems set before her, never to leave this part of London and forever at her father’s beck and call.
Then, one night, she must transport a mysterious man from a foreign ship to the banks of the Thames, a man who ends up renting a room in Essie’s house, identifying himself only as ‘Raven’.
When curiosity gets the better of her, Essie follows him and unwittingly becomes involved in something far greater than she could ever have guessed. Finding herself on a ship bound for the penal colonies in Australia with Raven and his cousin Alice, this is only the start of a remarkable journey taking her to the other side of the world and back again…
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