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Annemarie Brear

The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl: A BRAND NEW gripping historical novel from AnneMarie Brear for 2022 Kindle Edition

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Yorkshire Dales 1850

As a terrible storm rages, Annabelle Wallis is shocked to find a distressed young woman at her cottage door, heavy with child. Moments later a baby girl is born. But by dawn, the mother has vanished, leaving behind the helpless child wrapped only in a silk peacock shawl.

When news spreads that Lady Eliza Hartley, sister to wealthy estate owner, John Hartley, has been found dead, Annabelle realises the terrible secret she has stumbled on. Terrified she’ll be blamed for Eliza’s death, Annabelle flees to the filthy slums of York, where she plans to raise the precious orphan as her own.

The cobbled streets of York’s slums are no place for a young woman like Annabelle or a Hartley babe and John Hartley is determined to bring them both home. But Annabelle proves impossible to find.

Annabelle can’t hide forever from the wealthy Hartley family, but can she ever give up the baby she loves?

Praise for AnneMarie Brear:

'Poignant, powerful and searingly emotional, AnneMarie Brear stands shoulder to shoulder with the finest works by some of the genre’s greatest writers such as Catherine Cookson, Audrey Howard and Rosamunde Pilcher.'

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January 27, 2022
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09JBJMBCN
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Boldwood Books (January 27, 2022)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 27, 2022
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3112 KB
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"Poignant, powerful and searingly emotional, AnneMarie Brear stands shoulder to shoulder with the finest works by some of the genre’s greatest writers such as Catherine Cookson, Audrey Howard and Rosamunde Pilcher." Amazon reviewer.

An award winning and Amazon UK best seller, Australian born AnneMarie Brear writes historical novels and modern romances and sometimes the odd short story, too. She has a love of old country houses, travelling, chocolate (except dark chocolate - not a fan), researching historical eras and looking for inspiration for her next book.

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The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl

Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2022

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Oh my, this was such a fantastic story! I enjoyed it so much more than I thought I would. I have always loved historical fiction and always feel when I read it that I am “coming home“.

The story was filled with wonderful characters. Of course Annabel steals your heart right from the very beginning. And then all the characters she meets along the way. Including her best friends and of course John Hartley, who also steals your hear in the very beginning. Excellent character development. I felt like I knew the minor characters just as well as the main ones.

It is full of little adventures, suspense and twists, sadness and sweetness, and a wonderful love story.

This was a perfect read for me and exactly what I needed right now. I can not believe this was my first book by this author! This is exactly the kind of writing I love. I just added about 10 other books by this author to my wish list! This will not be my last!

I voluntarily posted this review after receiving a copy of this book from Rachel's Random Resources - Thank You!!

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an Orphan Pays It Forward

Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2022

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This is a story about, basically, three people: Annabelle, an orphan raised by a healer/midwife, John, a second son, and Eliza, John’s sister, who is the core around whom the tale is woven. But all the characters are well nuanced, with faults and goodness. Eliza, unmarried and close to childbirth, goes to the healer’s cottage for help. Annabelle delivers the babe, but is worried about Eliza’s survival. Exhausted, she falls asleep, and wakens to find the baby crying and the mother gone. Sure that everyone will think she somehow hurt Eliza and have her charged, she runs away with the baby. That sets the stage for her harrowing experience in the slums of York, and John’s determined search for her and the baby. It is also a moving portrait of real lives in 1850 England. Extremely well written. First time author for me, will read more of her books.

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Lori Harris

Enchanting and touching

Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2022

This is a very gripping historical romance by AnneMarie Brear and the first of her books that I have read. Annabelle Wallis' story is a beautiful one, set in the lush English countryside, one is transported to a different place and time by the delightful descriptive writing of the author. I was immediately in Victorian England, on a vast country estate. I could see the charming cottage where Annabelle was raised by the widow Wallis. It was easy to picture the cozy cottage with the flowers and herbs all around, making a wonderful place for Annabelle to grow up.
But when Annabelle finds herself suddenly alone for the first time ever she is filled with dread, not knowing what to make of her circumstances and how she is to survive without her loving guardian to guide her.
Thrust suddenly into situation that is nothing but surreal to the innocent, sheltered Annabelle, she must make life altering decisions at short notice, changing her life as she has known it forever.
I totally enjoyed Annabelle's story, it swept me away and I didn't quit reading until I finished. I am not usually one for romance novels, but this one held me in it's enchanting grip till the very end. I fully recommend this historical romance to all fans of the genre, it is a beautiful story with a wonderful feel good ending. You won't be disappointed.
Thank you to #BoldwoodBooks and to Net Galley for the free ARC, I am leaving my honest review in return.

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Lovely Story

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022

Life was going great. Annabelle loved her home and especially loved the woman who took her in all those years ago. Annabelle had no worries. Mum tried to prepare her for the future but Annabelle wouldn't listen. And now she found herself in trouble!!

I loved the book. This is my first by Annemarie Brear. I enjoyed all of the characters in the book. I especially liked Nellie. She had a heart of gold. Annabelle learned that her "normal" was not everyone else's normal. She was learning survival skills by Nellie and by Nellie's children.

The title mentions the peacock shawl. A shawl is a wrap to keep you warm or protected (a cover). The spiritual meaning of a peacock feather is a symbol of peace. I took this symbolism of Annabelle and the infant were wrapped in GOD's love and peace. It took awhile for Annabelle to realize this and make the difficult decision she needed to make.

As you read this story, you can assume it was going to turn out one way. It had some twists and turns in the story line that surprises you.

#BookandTonic. #The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl

Yorkshire Dales 1850

As a terrible storm rages, Annabelle Wallis is shocked to find a distressed young woman at her cottage door, heavy with child. Moments later a baby girl is born. But by dawn, the mother has vanished, leaving behind the helpless child wrapped only in a silk peacock shawl.When news spreads that Lady Eliza Hartley, sister to wealthy estate owner, John Hartley, has been found dead, Annabelle realises the terrible secret she has stumbled on. Terrified she’ll be blamed for Eliza’s death, Annabelle flees to the filthy slums of York, where she plans to raise the precious orphan as her own.The cobbled streets of York’s slums are no place for a young woman like Annabelle or a Hartley babe and John Hartley is determined to bring them both home. But Annabelle proves impossible to find.Annabelle can’t hide forever from the wealthy Hartley family, but can she ever give up the baby she loves?

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judith haynes

Wonderful !!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 30, 2022

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Loved this book from start to finish.. Annemarie Catherine Cookson would be proud of you !!!
Would like to think another book could be possible.. Can’t recommend this boo highly enough x

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Wendy Haines

Great read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2022

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I really enjoyed this book and devoured it in one sitting, the author creates such wonderful characters, a beautifully written book.

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Kathy E

A fantastic read by AnneMarie Brear

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 7, 2022

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Another incredible book by AnneMarie Brear loved it from the first page. Whatever, book you read by AnneMarie you will not be disappointed. I just could not put this book down. I feel that there could be a sequel to this story of what happened between Annabelle and John Hartley most of all The Orphan in the Peacock Shawl Jemima. This book I thoroughly recommend. Another well done to AnneMarie Brear.

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Liz

First time reading from this author

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2022

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this is the first book I have read by AnneMarie Brear and I loved it from start to finish fantastic read only sorry I could only give it five stars ⭐️ it is so much more worthy of lots more I have read all Catherine Cookson books and this is up there with her books thank you now I need to choose my next read xxx⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️📕

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Carol S.

The orphan in the Peacock shawl

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 21, 2022

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Lovely story but ended too quickly as was waiting to see who Annabelle was hoping she was also an orphan from a good family so that no one could object to her marriage which would make life so much easier for the couples union ensuring his family s approval...but nevermind if there s no sequel.

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