Down Weavers Lane

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1444714384
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 309

Book Description
'Best period book I have EVER read! - 5-star reader review' Emmy Carter's mother is a prostitute - and her life has made Emmy determined to avoid the same fate. But Emmy is beautiful, so attracts unwanted attention; her mother's protector has his eye on her, as does evil Marcus Armistead, her employer's nephew. Marcus is excited by Emmy's virginity and has her kidnapped, but Emmy hits him over the head and escapes. Marcus, futher enraged, kills her mother and becomes even more determined to rape Emmy, but the combined efforts of the local parson and Emmy's young suitor manage to keep her safe from harm. Finally Emmy sees Marcus get his just desserts, finds out who her father was, and attains the respectability she has so longed for. *********************** What readers are saying about DOWN WEAVER'S LANE 'Could not put this book down' - 5 stars 'Kept wanting to read it all in one go' - 5 stars 'Such a brilliant writer . . . once you start to read this book you won't be able to put it down' - 5 stars 'A gripping novel' - 5 stars 'This book was brilliant - get the tissues ready!' - 5 stars

Calico Road

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1444714392
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 353

Book Description
'This is one of the best books I've ever read' - 5-star reader review Calico Road runs through a tiny Lancashire hamlet up on the edge of the moors, miles from anywhere. Its folk are an independent breed - and in 1827 they are a thorn in the side of the vicious mill owner in the valley below. Toby Fletcher's father ignored his bastard son while alive. Now Toby is the new owner of the rambling old inn, an unwitting keeper of its secrets. Then Meg Staley comes to Calico - a woman who was strong enough to survive one tragedy, but found it harder to withstand a second blow. Toby finds her wandering the moors, cold and starving, and brings her back to the inn. Working there, Meg starts to rebuild her life and find a fragile happiness. But then the secrets of Calico Road come crashing down on her and those she has grown to love . . . ******************* What readers are saying about CALICO ROAD 'Anna Jacobs' writing is sooo good' - 5 stars 'Full of excitement, didn't want to put it down' - 5 stars 'Another lovely book by Anna Jacobs' - 5 stars 'An amazing read' - 5 stars 'A brilliant series' - 5 stars 'Could not put it down' - 5 stars

Golden Dreams

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1529351383
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 334

Book Description
The second book in the gripping and heartwarming new Jubilee Lake series, from multi-million-copy bestselling author Anna Jacobs Lancashire, 1895. Lillian Hesketh has taken a new name, and a brave step towards a happier life. Suddenly widowed after an unhappy marriage, and pursued by her unscrupulous in-laws, Lillian finds a fresh start in the beautiful Ollindale valley. Thanks to the kindness of her new neighbours, Walter Crossley and his family, she finally has a home to call her own - but the threat of discovery by her husband's family still casts a shadow over her new life. Meanwhile, Edward Ollerton has returned to the valley to rebuild his ancestral home. Hoping to one day to marry and start a family, Edward finds himself drawn to the shy, attractive widow - but not everyone is happy to see him reclaim his estate . . . Will their dreams fade to dust, or can a golden future blossom on the shores of Jubilee Lake? Readers love Anna Jacobs! 'Amazing' - 5 STARS 'Thank you, Anna, for the pleasure you give in all your books' - 5 STARS 'Another brilliant, hard-to-put-down book' - 5 STARS 'Can't wait for the next instalment' - 5 STARS 'A real page turner, I can't wait to read the next one' - 5 STARS 'Another triumph for Anna Jacobs' - 5 STARS 'BRILLIANT READ' - 5 STARS Book 1 in the Jubilee Lake Saga, SILVER WISHES, is out now in hardback, eBook and audio

The History and Antiquities of the Diocese of Ossory

Author: William Carrigan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Kilkenny (Ireland : County)
Languages : en
Pages : 468

Book Description
The Catholic Diocese of Ossory includes most of County Kilkenny, a portion of Leix, and one parish in Offaly.

Down Weavers Lane

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1444714384
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 309

Limits of Power

Author: Elizabeth Moon
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 0345533062
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 513

Book Description
A re-emergence of magic after centuries of absence sparks brutal pogroms throughout the Eight Kingdoms, pitting a group of resolute heroes against the machinations of a vicious traitor.

Witches' Web

Author: Roger Tyler
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1493141759
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 560

Book Description
Computer fanatic Robin and twin Helen become chance owners of a mouse (they christen Minimus) with magic properties. They meet Grizelda and Emmeline, friendly witches who teach them how to use his magic. Scilly Isles, Grand Canyon and the Great Exhibition feature in their trips Lord Radleigh, local aristocrat, meets them. He wants a rocking horse. On visiting Pepperton in the1950s they find one at Bosconis workshop. Eustace Thrimp , junk shop owner and Friday People member pursues them for Minimus. He tricks Grandma, steals the mouse, visits Bosconi and orders one. The twins manage a return trip and trap him the 1950s where hes arrested. His wife and the twins return to the 50s and rescue him. . He resigns from the Friday People.infuriating the leader. Christmas sees everybody happy and the twins at the Hall for lunch. A trip to Lapland is organised using Minimus. Going home in the Rolls-Royce they meet a mysterious stranger who leaves them worried

One Quiet Woman

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1473630797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
'One of the most lovely and heartwarming books I have ever read! 5 STARS' - Between the Pages Lancashire, 1930. Leah Turner's father has been killed in an accident at the laundry, and since her mother died years ago it falls to her to become sole provider for her little sister. But women's wages are half those of men and pawning the few belongings she has left will only keep their vicious rent collector at bay for a few weeks, so even if she finds a job, they'll lose their home. Out of the blue Charlie Willcox, the local pawnbroker, offers her a deal. His brother Jonah, an invalid since being gassed in the Great War, needs a wife. Charlie thinks Leah would be perfect for the job. The idea of a marriage of convenience doesn't please Leah, but she finds Jonah agreeable enough and moving with him to the pretty hamlet of Ellindale may be the only chance of a better life for her sister. But other people have plans for the remote Pennine valley, and the two sisters find themselves facing danger in their new life with Jonah. Can the three of them ever look to a brighter future? Further praise for ONE QUIET WOMAN 'A book of family, love, friendship and loyalty. 5 STARS' - Stardust Book Reviews 'I was gripped from the very first word on the very first page and I wasn't released until the last word on the last page . . . When I finished I felt like I had been through an emotional wringer. 5 STARS' - Ginger Book Geek 'Yet another brilliant book' - 5-star reader review

A Valley Wedding

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1529353572
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344

Book Description
The third novel in the brand new Backshaw Moss series by beloved million-copy bestselling author Anna Jacobs Lancashire, 1936. With her son Gabriel finally married, and her youngest following his dreams of becoming a doctor, Gwynneth Harte finds herself with an empty nest - until a fire forces her to move in with Gabriel and his wife Maisie at their home on Daisy Street. Arthur Chapman has been at a low ebb ever since the death of his wife. Turning to drink in his grief, he lost both his job and contact with his grandchild, Beatie - but now the inheritance of a house from a distant relative is the fresh start he needs. When Beatie runs away from her cruel grandmother and takes refuge with Gwynneth, she and Arthur are thrown together - and find themselves growing closer. But trouble is brewing in the valley, from the ambitions of the bullying local landlord to rumours of a Fascist spy. Can the residents of Backshaw Moss band together to keep each other safe, and will there be wedding bells on Daisy Street? Readers love Anna Jacobs' heartwarming sagas! 'Amazing' - 5 STARS 'Thank you, Anna, for the pleasure you give in all your books' - 5 STARS 'Another brilliant, hard-to-put-down book' - 5 STARS 'Can't wait for the next instalment' - 5 STARS 'A real page turner, I can't wait to read the next one' - 5 STARS 'Another triumph for Anna Jacobs' - 5 STARS 'BRILLIANT READ' - 5 STARS

Star of the North

Author: Anna Jacobs
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 1848948913
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 415

Book Description
Marjorie is the pretty one of the Preston sisters. So pretty that when a performer at her sister's music room breaks her leg, Marjorie is asked to fill in as the assistant to famous singer Denby Sinclair. He offers to take her with him, away from Lancashire and into the exciting world of London theatres. But Denby is not what he seems. He has a dangerous secret which, if it were to be revealed, would ruin her. Marjorie, however, is reckless and will take any risk for a chance to perform on the stage. And when disaster strikes, she finds herself alone and feels further from home than she's ever been. Can she regain her heart's desire and find happiness once more? And what can she do about another danger that arises in Hedderby that threatens her and her entire family? ********************** What readers are saying about STAR OF THE NORTH 'Once again, a great read. Anna Jacobs has a way of writing that draws you into the characters and makes you feel that you are living the story' - 5 stars 'I couldn't put it down' - 5 stars 'Excellent!' - 5 stars 'I did not want to put this book down. Brilliant and enthralling to lose yourself completely' - 5 stars 'Another Fab read from Anna Jacobs' - 5 stars