Farringdon’s Fate
Farringdon’s Fate by Linda Finlay, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on April 26, 2022, is a historical fiction novel that immerses readers in the life of a noble family in Devon. The story unfolds at Nettlecombe Manor, where Lord Farringdon and his second wife, Lady Charlotte, navigate the complexities of managing their estate and raising five eligible daughters. As they prepare for the eldest daughter’s betrothal celebration, the arrival of apprentice Jane Haydon introduces an unsettling element—a gypsy’s curse that has loomed over the family for generations.
In this edition, readers will explore themes of family life, marriage, and the societal expectations of the Victorian era. The narrative weaves together the lives of the Farringdon family and the local community, highlighting the interplay of romance and tradition against the backdrop of rural Devon. With a page count of 384, this book offers a detailed portrayal of the characters and their struggles, inviting readers to delve into a world where fate and family legacies intertwine.
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A house. A dynasty. A gypsy’s curse.
Another gorgeous escapist read from the Queen of West Country Saga, Linda Finlay.
One noble family. Five eligible daughters. A sealed fate.
Nettlecombe Manor, nestled in the rolling hills of Devon, is home to the Lord Farringdon and his second wife, Lady Charlotte. As if running the vast estate wasn’t enough, Lord Farringdon has five daughters to keep him busy. Lady Charlotte is determined that the betrothal of the eldest, Louisa, should be celebrated with a ball which is the envy of Devon society and summons a corsetière from Exeter to measure them up for new corsets.
Apprentice Jane Haydon arrives at Nettlecombe to do the fittings. Having never set foot in such a grand home, Jane is disturbed to hear tell of a gypsy’s curse which has haunted the family for generations, and a local wise woman’s vision that there will never be a wedding at Nettlecombe…
Linda Finlay returns with this glorious tale set in the West Country.
Praise for Linda Finlay:
‘Sure to delight her ever-growing legion of fans’ Dilly Court
‘Warm and atmospheric, you can practically taste the sea breeze’ The Express
‘Rich with carefully drawn characters who really come to life in the hands of this skilled writer’ NorthernReader
‘Evocative’ Frost Magazine
‘A treasure of a read with romance, rural history and a happy ending’ Devon Life
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