The Royal Lacemaker by Linda Finlay (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Royal Lacemaker by Linda Finlay Just seventeen years old, Lily Rose scratches out a meagre living making lace in Devon, responsible for her siblings following the death of their parents. But opportunity beckons. Hundreds of miles away, in London, Queen Victoria is preparing for her wedding. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Just seventeen years old, Lily Rose scratches out a meagre living making lace in Devon, responsible for her siblings following the death of their parents.But opportunity beckons. Hundreds of miles away, in London, Queen Victoria is preparing for her wedding. She will wear the most exquisite dress in history, bearing the famous Honiton lace. When Lily is selected as one of the few to work on this top-secret commission it is the answer to her prayers.Lily quickly makes an impression, both as an expert lacemaker and a natural leader of the women working day and night. But there are others who want to see Lily fail, including Squire Clinsden who issues her with a terrible ultimatum - work for him, and be subject to his unwanted advances, or put her loved ones at risk.Torn between her duty and her dreams of a better life, Lily battle the odds to ensure her familys survival. Notes A saga about the lives of two very different women, the peasant and the Queen. Provides an insight into the 19th century, the history of lace making, and the wedding of one of the most powerful women in Britain, Queen Victoria. For Katie Flynn fans. Author Biography As an image consultant, Linda has always had an avid interest in people. Lindas writing has been published in a number of magazines and annuals. Moving to the spectacular Devon coast and learning about its local history inspired her novels set in the area. Details ISBN1405918950 Year 2014 ISBN-10 1405918950 ISBN-13 9781405918954 Format Paperback Publication Date 2014-10-09 Media Book Pages 432 Imprint Penguin Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Linda Finlay Publisher Penguin Books Ltd Language English DEWEY 823.92 UK Release Date 2014-10-09 Alternative 9781405918961 Audience General NZ Release Date 2014-11-18 AU Release Date 2014-11-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:86791970;

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