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Book SynopsisThe richest silk hides the deepest secrets . . .
The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane by Liz Trenow is an immersive historical novel set during the opulence and extravagance of the London silk trade in the mid-eighteenth century.
1768, London.
As a foundling who rose from poverty and now runs her own successful dressmaking business in the heart of society London, Miss Charlotte is a remarkable woman, admired by many. She has no need, nor desire, to marry. The people she values most are her friend Anna, her recently-found sister Louisa and nephew Peter.
She feels herself fortunate, and should be content with what she has. But something is missing.
A small piece of rare silk discovered in a bundle of scraps at auction triggers a curious sense of familiarity, and prompts her to unpick a past filled with extraordinary secrets and revelations . . .
Trade ReviewMiss Charlotte is a bold, inspiring character and her quest to find the truth about her mother is cleverly plotted. Liz Trenow draws us in so that we inhabit her world, and it was a wrench to put the book down after the last beautifully written page -- Gill Paul
Inspired by her own silk-weaver family, Trenow delivers an exquisite historical novel that’s packed with detail * Woman's Weekly *
Trenow’s exquisite novel puts a real focus on the characters’ journeys * Woman *
Pick up this light-hearted book when you fancy a break from stitching up a storm! * Sew Magazine *
A finely woven tale set in the richly evoked world of the silk trade in 18th century London * The Lady *
A rich, descriptive but very tender historical fiction – you won't be able to put it down * Sissi Reads *
Liz Trenow sews together the strands of past and present as delicately as the exquisite stitching on the quilt which forms the centrepiece of the story -- Lucinda Riley on
The Forgotten SeamstressIf you enjoy historical fiction with secrets and intrigue with women at its core then you should add this one to your reading list * Jera’s Jamboree *
The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane is a sumptuous piece of historical fiction. Liz Trenow’s attention to detail and historical knowledge come through in the writing and make this such an enjoyable book to read * Bookliterati Book Reviews *
This is a beautiful multi-layered story stitched together with perfect precision * Lancashire Evening Press *
The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane is a novel that enchanted me * For Winter Nights *
This is an evocative and slow-burning tale of family, long buried secrets and a search for answers * CultureFly *
What a delicious read
The Silk Weaver is. I devoured it in two days and was gripped from start to finish. The characters shine too and Anna is an absolute triumph. A fabulous book -- Dinah Jefferies
I really enjoyed seeing how the author pulled everything together and cleverly intertwined the silk mystery with stories of real people from the time * Jaffa Reads Too *
