A Daughter’s Price
A Daughter’s Price by Emma Hornby is a historical saga published by National Geographic Books on June 30, 2020. This edition spans 448 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Laura Cannock, who is on the run after being suspected of killing her abusive husband. Seeking refuge with her uncle in Manchester, Laura quickly discovers that safety comes at a steep price, forcing her to confront new challenges and the shadows of her past.
Readers will find a gritty portrayal of life in Northern England during the late 1800s, where Laura navigates the harsh realities of her circumstances. As she faces destitution in a rundown housing court, she encounters both the kindness of her neighbors and the threat of her husband’s family seeking revenge. The story explores themes of friendship and resilience, as Laura must fight her battles alone while discovering the strength of community amidst adversity.
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She thought she was finally safe. But a roof over her head comes with a price to pay…
Laura Cannock is on the run. Suspected of killing her bullying husband, his family are on a merciless prowl for revenge. Fleeing from her beloved home of Bolton to Manchester, Laura seeks refuge with her coal merchant uncle. But her relief is short-lived as it soon becomes clear that a roof over her head comes with a price – of the type so unbearable she must escape once more.
Destitute and penniless, a stench-ridden housing court in the back streets of the factories is Laura’s only hope of a dwelling – a place where both the filth and the kindness of neighbours overwhelm. Here people stick together through the odds, leading Laura to true friendship, and possibly love. But with the threat of her past still hanging over her, there’s still one battle she must fight – and win – alone…
A gritty and page-turning historical saga set in Northern England in the late 1800s, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin.
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