Step into the formidable world of The Stolen Marriage, an absorbing novel by Diane Chamberlain, painting a vivid portrait of love, betrayal, and uncertainty in a small town.
In 1944, Tess DeMello abruptly trades a promised future with the love of her life for a marriage shrouded in mystery with Henry Kraft in Hickory, North Carolina.
In a town tainted by racial animosity and the heavy burdens of war, Tess's new life is dominated by the enigmatic figure of her husband, Henry. As his inexplicably reclusive nature unfurls, unwelcome secrets emerge, causing Tess to reassess her hasty decisions.
Tess faces the cruel scrutiny of townsfolk following a local tragedy, fuelling fear and speculation. But when polio threatens her newfound home, Tess draws upon her nursing skills, defying Henry to serve her community.
As she unravels the mystery surrounding her husband and the town of Hickory, will she manage to save not only the lives of her young patients but also build a life for herself?
Rezensionen / Stimmen
A gripping and engrossing tale * Sunday Mirror * Interracial relationships, Tess's unbearable situation and the secrets Henry keeps all make for a tense, enthralling read. Diane Chamberlain's gift for storytelling never fails * My Weekly * Twisty and smart -- <i>Heat</i> on <i>Pretending to Dance</i> A gripping story of a girl's relationship with her father -- <i>Women & Home </i>on <i>Pretending to Dance</i> [An] engrossing mystery -- <i>Hello!</i> on <i>The Silent Sister</i>
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Interest Age: From 18 years
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Höhe: 242 mm
Breite: 164 mm
Dicke: 31 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-5098-0853-3 (9781509808533)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Diane Chamberlain is the bestselling author of numerous novels including Necessary Lies, The Silent Sister and Pretending to Dance. Her storylines are often a combination of romance, family drama, intrigue and suspense. She lives in Northern Carolina with her partner, photographer John Pagliuca, and her shelties, Keeper and Cole.
