The Light Within Us
a heart-wrenching historical family saga set in Cornwall
Published on 5. March 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
400 pages
978-0-349-42299-2 (ISBN)
Description
'Moving, heart-warming and beautifully woven' Kate Furnivall
From the award-winning author of The Apothecary's Daughter comes a beautifully evocative, family drama set at the turn of the century and perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Elizabeth Jane Howard's Cazalet Chronicles.
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1891. Spindrift House, Cornwall.
Talented painter Edith Fairchild is poised to begin a life of newlywed bliss and artistic creation with her charming husband Benedict. He recently inherited Spindrift House near Port Isaac and Edith is inspired by the glorious Cornish light and the wonderful setting overlooking the sea. But then happiness turns to heartbreak. In great distress, Edith turns to an artist friend for comfort and after a bitterly-regretted moment of madness she finds herself pregnant with his child.
Too ashamed to reveal her secret, Edith devotes herself to her art. Joined at Spindrift House by her friends - Clarissa, Dora and Pascal - together they turn the house into a budding artists' community. But despite their dreams of an idyllic way of life creating beauty by the sea, it becomes clear that all is not perfect within their tight-knit community, and that the weight of their secrets could threaten to tear apart their paradise forever . . .
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Why do readers love Charlotte Betts?
'Romantic, engaging and hugely satisfying' Katie Fforde
'A highly-recommended novel of love, tragedy and the power of art' Daily Mail
'A highly compelling, engrossing read' Discovering Diamonds
'Beautifully written, engaging and heartwarming the perfect read for the summer!' Book Club Mumma
'Evocative, enthralling and enjoyable . . . The Light Within Us touches the heart and lifts the spirit' Bookish Jottings
'Poignant, compelling and extensively researched . . . I cannot wait to find out what happens next to these characters' Sarah's Vignettes
'A delightful historical saga which is so beautifully woven together that from the very start I was enchanted' Jaffa Reads Too
'Rich in detail, full of passion this is a delightful and fascinating read' Book Literati
From the award-winning author of The Apothecary's Daughter comes a beautifully evocative, family drama set at the turn of the century and perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Elizabeth Jane Howard's Cazalet Chronicles.
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1891. Spindrift House, Cornwall.
Talented painter Edith Fairchild is poised to begin a life of newlywed bliss and artistic creation with her charming husband Benedict. He recently inherited Spindrift House near Port Isaac and Edith is inspired by the glorious Cornish light and the wonderful setting overlooking the sea. But then happiness turns to heartbreak. In great distress, Edith turns to an artist friend for comfort and after a bitterly-regretted moment of madness she finds herself pregnant with his child.
Too ashamed to reveal her secret, Edith devotes herself to her art. Joined at Spindrift House by her friends - Clarissa, Dora and Pascal - together they turn the house into a budding artists' community. But despite their dreams of an idyllic way of life creating beauty by the sea, it becomes clear that all is not perfect within their tight-knit community, and that the weight of their secrets could threaten to tear apart their paradise forever . . .
______________
Why do readers love Charlotte Betts?
'Romantic, engaging and hugely satisfying' Katie Fforde
'A highly-recommended novel of love, tragedy and the power of art' Daily Mail
'A highly compelling, engrossing read' Discovering Diamonds
'Beautifully written, engaging and heartwarming the perfect read for the summer!' Book Club Mumma
'Evocative, enthralling and enjoyable . . . The Light Within Us touches the heart and lifts the spirit' Bookish Jottings
'Poignant, compelling and extensively researched . . . I cannot wait to find out what happens next to these characters' Sarah's Vignettes
'A delightful historical saga which is so beautifully woven together that from the very start I was enchanted' Jaffa Reads Too
'Rich in detail, full of passion this is a delightful and fascinating read' Book Literati
Reviews / Votes
What an engrossing read! The small group of artistic friends who take up residence at Spindrift House in Cornwall are intriguing and fascinating people * Discovering Diamonds * The descriptions are atmospheric and rich in detail - a work of art in words to complement the artistic theme of the story * Karen's Book Bag * I thoroughly enjoyed this sweeping historical novel set in Cornwall . . . Beautifully written, engaging and heartwarming the perfect read for the summer! * Book Club Mumma * I can't even begin to explain how much I loved this book. I really wasn't expecting to get so invested in these character's lives... but WOW. I thought this would just be a simple love story, but it is SO MUCH MORE than that. * Rainy Reads * Charlotte Betts writes wonderfully immersive historical novels. The Light Within Us is the latest in a long line of evocative, enthralling and enjoyable tales sure to hold readers spellbound. Written with flair, style and confidence, The Light Within Us ... touches the heart and lifts the spirit * Bookish Jottings * A poignant, compelling and extensively researched novel that left me wanting the next book in the series . . . I cannot wait to find out what happens next to these characters * Sarah's Vignettes * A delightful historical saga which is so beautifully woven together that from the very start I was enchanted -- Jaffa Reads Too I became so invested in these characters that I found myself crying throughout (both happy and sad tears!). I'm really excited to read the next two books and for me there's no way I could give The Light Within Us less than a five-star rating. * The Little Library x * The Light Within Us is a book that captivated me from start to finish. Rich in detail, full of passion this is a delightful and fascinating read. I really can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the trilogy * Book Literati * Charlotte's writing is captivating. I cannot wait for the second book * Steph Loves *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 154 mm
Thickness: 36 mm
Weight
500 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-349-42299-2 (9780349422992)
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Person
Charlotte Betts began her working life as a fashion designer in London. A career followed in interior design, property management and lettings.
Always a bookworm, Charlotte discovered her passion for writing after her three children and two step-children had grown up. The Apothecary's Daughter is her debut novel and won the YouWriteOn Book of the Year in 2010, the Romantic Novelists' Association Joan Hessayon Award for New Writers in 2011 and the RoNA's Historical Category award for 2013. The sequel, The Painter's Apprentice was published in 2012 and shortlisted for the Festival of Romance's Best Historical Read Award in 2012. The Spice Merchant's Wife was published in 2013 and won the Festival of Romance's Best Historical Read Award in 2013.
Always a bookworm, Charlotte discovered her passion for writing after her three children and two step-children had grown up. The Apothecary's Daughter is her debut novel and won the YouWriteOn Book of the Year in 2010, the Romantic Novelists' Association Joan Hessayon Award for New Writers in 2011 and the RoNA's Historical Category award for 2013. The sequel, The Painter's Apprentice was published in 2012 and shortlisted for the Festival of Romance's Best Historical Read Award in 2012. The Spice Merchant's Wife was published in 2013 and won the Festival of Romance's Best Historical Read Award in 2013.