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The Secret Child

Lynne Francis

A gripping saga of love betrayal and secrets that can't stay hidden . . . perfect for fans of Dilly Court Libby Ashworth and Rosie Goodwin.

Kent 1814


Respectably married Molly Dawson lives with her husband head gardener Charlie on the Woodchurch Manor estate where they have brought up three delightful daughters. Her life appears idyllic . . . but she has suffered the torment of a secret since she was eighteen years old.

When a young stranger fresh out of the Navy appears at the estate's annual garden party Molly's life is set to change again and her close-held secret threatens to break free.

Could he be a suitable match for one of her daughters? Or is this charming young man a threat to her hard-won happiness?

Can Molly ever overcome the consequences of a decision she made long ago to find true joy and fulfilment at last?

Praise for Lynne Francis:


'An impressively researched Cinderella tale of a sweetly ambitious country girl deserving of a better life than being her aunt's drudge. I loved this five star book' Kay Brellend

'An engaging thoroughly researched tale of youthful naivety and courage in the face of adversity full of rich detail and imagination. Highly recommended!' RoNA award-winning bestselling novelist Tania Crosse

'A compelling and captivating historical saga rich in atmosphere emotion and heart . . . a poignant tale of broken promises devastating betrayals and triumph over adversity from a master storyteller' Goodreads Reviewer

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  • Classification : Saga
  • Pub Date : AUG 5, 2021
  • Imprint : Piatkus
  • Page Extent : 368
  • Binding : HB
  • ISBN : 9780349424620
  • Price : INR 750
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Lynne Francis

Lynne Francis grew up in Yorkshire but studied, lived and worked in London for many years. She draws inspiration for her novels from a fascination with family history, landscapes and the countryside.


Her first saga series, the Mill Valley Girls, was set in west Yorkshire but a move to east Kent, and the discovery of previously unknown family links to the area, gave her the idea for a Georgian-era trilogy. Lynne's exploration of her new surroundings provided the historical background for the novels, as well as allowing her to indulge another key interest: checking out the local teashops and judging the cake.


When she's not at her desk, writing, Lynne can be found in the garden, walking through the countryside or beside the sea.

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