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The second book in a stunning new series from Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court1873. When Carrie Manning's father dies her mother, Esther, is heartbroken. Essie leaves London to convalesce with her good friend Lady Alice, and it is down to Carrie to look after her family and take charge of the shipping company that her father has left behind.But the company is in dire straits, forcing Carrie seek work as a companion to Maria Colville. When Carrie and Maria try to track down Maria's mother, they have no idea of the secrets that they will discover. Secrets that link the Colvilles, the Mannings and figures from the past who return to England.Carrie's journey is as unpredictable as the waters that link the rival shipping companies, but will her determination be enough to preserve the legacy of her family's name?

Trade Review

Praise for Dilly Court:

‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express

‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend

‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice

‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly

‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail

‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express

‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend

‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express

‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly

‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend

‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph

The Summer Maiden

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    A Paperback / softback by Dilly Court

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      Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
      Publication Date: 12/07/2018
      ISBN13: 9780008199647, 978-0008199647
      ISBN10: 0008199647

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The second book in a stunning new series from Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court1873. When Carrie Manning's father dies her mother, Esther, is heartbroken. Essie leaves London to convalesce with her good friend Lady Alice, and it is down to Carrie to look after her family and take charge of the shipping company that her father has left behind.But the company is in dire straits, forcing Carrie seek work as a companion to Maria Colville. When Carrie and Maria try to track down Maria's mother, they have no idea of the secrets that they will discover. Secrets that link the Colvilles, the Mannings and figures from the past who return to England.Carrie's journey is as unpredictable as the waters that link the rival shipping companies, but will her determination be enough to preserve the legacy of her family's name?

      Trade Review

      Praise for Dilly Court:

      ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express

      ‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend

      ‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice

      ‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly

      ‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail

      ‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express

      ‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend

      ‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express

      ‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly

      ‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend

      ‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph

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