Emily (Charnwood Library) [Large Print] [Hardcover]

Irene Carr (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2002 | Series: Charnwood Library

Found abandoned on the quayside, the young waif is taken in by the Jacksons whose own daughter was lost in a tragic accident. They never know her true identity. Emily grows up in the gatekeeper's lodge on Nathaniel Franklin's estate until Franklin's cousin, the evil would-be heir, conspires to discredit her family and turns them out. Determined to help save her family from destitution, Emily takes up the offer of service recommended by Franklin's cousin. Only to find his accomplice is hell-bent on seducing her. Emily finds work where she can, but her ambition is to run a fleet of ships. An impossible dream according to handsome Captain David Walsh - at least for a girl. Battling through heartbreak and terrifying threats, Emily determines to succeed in a man's world and to make her dreams come true.

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Editorial Reviews

Review

'In the tradition of Catherine Cookson, strong on plot and character' -- Sunderland Echo on EMILY 'Irene Carr is posing a serious challenge for the crown vacated by Catherine Cookson' -- Sunderland Echo on KATY'S MEN 'Cookson fans will lap up this enthralling turn-of-the-century saga' -- Hartlepool Mail on MARY'S CHILD 'Catherine Cookson readalike - a delight' -- Colchester Evening Gazette on CHRISSIE'S CHILDREN 'A warm-hearted yet gritty saga' -- Paisley Daily Express on LOVERS MEETING 'This novel has the clear ring of authenticity ... the depth of the setting gives it its richness' -- Northern Echo on CHRISSIE'S CHILDREN --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Irene Carr was born and brought up on the river in Monkwearmouth, Sunderland, in the 1930s. As her father and brother worked in the local shipyards and her mother was a barmaid at the beginning of the century she is well acquainted with the setting and times of the world she recreates in her sagas. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 365 pages
• Publisher: Charnwood; Large Print edition edition (October 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0708993621
• ISBN-13: 978-0708993620
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,694,030 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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