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Hold the Dream (Windsor Selection) [Large Print] [Hardcover]

Barbara Taylor Bradford (Author)
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April 15, 1986 Windsor Selection
This is the second in a saga of books about Emma Harte and the business empire she created and ruled. The books have been filmed in a TV mini-series. Other books by Barbara Taylor Bradford include "A Woman of Substance" and "Remember".
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“Readers who shared the trials and tribulations, and successes of the indomitable Emma Harte in A Woman of Substance will find this sequel equally engrossing. Attractive, intelligent, and capable, Paula McGill Fairley proves a worthy successor to her grandmother’s domain.” —Booklist

“Another instant bestseller. The men and woman are all gorgeous, rich, well-dressed. There are luxurious descriptions in this perfect page-turner.” —Philadelphia Inquirer

“A deeply involving story of women of power and wealth and substance.” —Publishers Weekly

“A sweeping saga full of passion and intrigue…a gripping read.” --Hello Magazine

“A vibrantly characterized leading lady and a glimpse at the dazzling world of the rich and powerful. A richly woven tale.” --Working Woman

“Barbara Taylor Bradford is the storyteller of substance.” --The Times (London)

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From the Back Cover

Barbara Taylor Bradford’s enthralling New York Times bestseller A Woman of Substance introduced a remarkable heroine and her rise to fame, power, and wealth. Now the triumphant story—and unpredictable heritage—of Emma Harte continues…
A LEGACY TO SHARE
As the strong-willed force behind a thriving international business empire, Emma Harte built a life rooted in a single-minded purpose, one of unyielding determination and terrible sacrifice to achieve the stunning pinnacle of success. But the most difficult decision of her
hard-won life is yet to come…
AN INHERITANCE TO PROTECT
There’s only one way for Emma to ensure the promise of Harte Enterprises—by relinquishing control of the mighty empire to her beloved granddaughter, Paula McGill Fairley, a woman with her own dreams, and her own resolve to make them come true. But for Paula, with an extraordinary opportunity comes the professional and personal challenges of a lifetime…
A DREAM TO HOLD
Supported and encouraged by a lifelong friend, Paula strives to be all that her grandmother was. But victory comes with a price, and Paula is put to the ultimate test as devastating greed and jealousy, scandalous lies, and flesh and blood betrayals threaten the very foundation of her future and a grand and true love that has flourished in silence and secret…

“The perfect page-turner.”Philadelphia Inquirer

“Fascinating.”Houston Chronicle

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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 1056 pages
  • Publisher: Chivers Press; Large Print edition edition (April 15, 1986)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0862201489
  • ISBN-13: 978-0862201487
  • Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

More About the Author

BARBARA TAYLOR BRADFORD

Barbara Taylor Bradford, OBE is one of the world's best loved storytellers. Her 1979 debut novel, A Woman of Substance, ranks as one of the top-ten bestselling books of all-time, with more than 30 million copies in print. All 25 of her novels to date have been major worldwide bestsellers. Her 26th book, Playing The Game, will be published on October 12th by St. Martin's Press.

Bradford was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire (UK) as the only child of Freda and Winston Taylor. She grew up in the Leeds suburb of Armley and after Town Street Church of England School worked in the typing pool at the Yorkshire Evening Post before going into journalism. By the age of twenty she was the fashion editor of Woman's Own Magazine and an editor and columnist on Fleet Street for the London Evening News.

Bradford's books have sold more than eighty-two (82) million copies worldwide in more than ninety (90) countries and forty (40) languages. Ten (10) of her books have been made into miniseries and television movies, making her one of the best-selling authors over the last 30 years.

In April of 2003, Mrs. Bradford was inducted into the Writers Hall of Fame of America alongside Mark Twain, Langston Hughes and Dr. Seuss. She was awarded an OBE by Queen Elizabeth II in the Queen's 2007 Birthday Honours list for her contributions to literature. Her original manuscripts are archived at the Brotherton Library at Leeds University, alongside the works of the Bronte sisters. In 2009, Barbara's publishers began a worldwide 30th anniversary celebration of A Woman of Substance. The first annual Woman of Substance Awards took place on September 10th 2009 at the Dorchester Hotel in London. She lives in New York City with her husband, of 43 years, television producer Robert Bradford.

Her official website is: www.barbarataylorbradford.com

 

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Women with goals, January 8, 2001
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I most certainly enjoyed the book Hold the Dream. I read the book about a year ago and my only regret was that I was not able to get all the books in this set for I only read the one part. I like women who know what they want and set their goals to achieve it. Women are no longer just homemakers but can be expert bussinesswomen. Keep up the good work.

Unfortunately, our currency is 2 to 1 US therefore some of the prices are steep.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A Continuing Saga, September 1, 2004
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Hold the Dream is the continuing saga of Emma Harte and her vast empire. This book picks up where A Woman of Substance ended. The focus of this book is Emma and her grandchilden with Paula taking over as the head of the family. This is a family that still doesn't get along and has more than it's fair share of jealously, lies, and backstabbing mixed in with love, happiness, and grief. This is a well-written book that keeps the reader interested in this family and all of their successes and failures. A must read for any fan of A Woman of Substance.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed after reading "A Woman of Substance", June 12, 1998
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The book dragged for the first half. The author continuously rewrote the first book. The story did not really start until the second half. I was always waiting for the same emotional traumas that Emma experienced but did not really find them in this book. If you read A woman of Substance you might be disappointed with this book.
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Emma Harte was almost eighty years old. Read the first page
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dreamlike child, emerald bow, real estate division, long meadow, longest moment
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Emma Harte, New York, Shane O'Neill, Aunt Emma, Pennistone Royal, Harte Enterprises, Ross Nelson, John Cross, Heron's Nest, Aire Communications, John Crawford, Jim Fairley, Aunt Edwina, Sebastian Cross, Paula Fairley, Skye Smith, Land Rover, Sally Harte, Henry Rossiter, Beck House, Lady Dunvale, Long Meadow, Belgrave Square, Edwin Fairley, Lord Dunvale
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