
The House of Hope
An unputdownable, heartwrenching historical novel
Joanne Clague(Author)
Canelo (Publisher)
Published on 15. August 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-1-80436-797-1 (ISBN)
Description
In the dead of night, a young woman is found on the doorstep of the House of Help for Friendless GirlsWinter 1887. Matron Hetty Barlow suspects Hope is lying when she claims to be suffering from amnesia. The girl is taken in, but it isn't long before her pregnancy is discovered, which could put the future of the house a new experiment in dealing with destitute women in jeopardy. Hetty's future depends on keeping her position as matron.
They named her Hope, but Emma Hyde knows she can't keep up her deception forever. She's hundreds of miles away from home, but her well-to-do parents will be searching for her.
Amelia yearns to break away from her overbearing sister, Hetty. She meets a man who offers an escape, but her ticket to freedom means revealing Emma's secrets. Will she betray a friend for a chance at a new life?
Gripping, emotional and inspiring, this Victorian saga is perfect for fans of Kitty Neale, Emma Hornby and Dilly Court.
Praise for The House of Hope 'A moving and passionate story of three women; two who are keeping their secrets close to their hearts and one who is willing to give her heart away in exchange for love. They all arrive at this house that promises safety and free from harm, but are they brave enough, honest enough, to tell their compelling stories and reveal the truth or forever live a lie?' Val Wood
'I thoroughly enjoyed The House of Hope, it is well written and gives a vivid insight into the life of working class girls. Joanne brings her characters to life and I was hooked from the first page.' Lyn Andrews
'A beautiful intertwined story of three very different women, all hiding dark secrets from the past, and the healing and hope they find in one of Britain's first women's refuge. The House of Hope is an emotional and uplifting tribute to the power of female friendship' Judy Summers
'I love historical books and this is one of the best ones I have read lately. I highly recommend it' Reader review
'Very moving. Well written, great characters, and the author has really managed to capture the era' Reader review
'The characters will capture your heart. I so look forward to the next in this new series' Reader review
'A heartwarming story about unfortunate girls who find themselves destitute, homeless and in need of a safe haven. Wonderful' Reader review
'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I definitely look forward to reading more in this series! Reader review
They named her Hope, but Emma Hyde knows she can't keep up her deception forever. She's hundreds of miles away from home, but her well-to-do parents will be searching for her.
Amelia yearns to break away from her overbearing sister, Hetty. She meets a man who offers an escape, but her ticket to freedom means revealing Emma's secrets. Will she betray a friend for a chance at a new life?
Gripping, emotional and inspiring, this Victorian saga is perfect for fans of Kitty Neale, Emma Hornby and Dilly Court.
Praise for The House of Hope 'A moving and passionate story of three women; two who are keeping their secrets close to their hearts and one who is willing to give her heart away in exchange for love. They all arrive at this house that promises safety and free from harm, but are they brave enough, honest enough, to tell their compelling stories and reveal the truth or forever live a lie?' Val Wood
'I thoroughly enjoyed The House of Hope, it is well written and gives a vivid insight into the life of working class girls. Joanne brings her characters to life and I was hooked from the first page.' Lyn Andrews
'A beautiful intertwined story of three very different women, all hiding dark secrets from the past, and the healing and hope they find in one of Britain's first women's refuge. The House of Hope is an emotional and uplifting tribute to the power of female friendship' Judy Summers
'I love historical books and this is one of the best ones I have read lately. I highly recommend it' Reader review
'Very moving. Well written, great characters, and the author has really managed to capture the era' Reader review
'The characters will capture your heart. I so look forward to the next in this new series' Reader review
'A heartwarming story about unfortunate girls who find themselves destitute, homeless and in need of a safe haven. Wonderful' Reader review
'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I definitely look forward to reading more in this series! Reader review
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Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
378 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80436-797-1 (9781804367971)
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E-Book
08/2024
1st Edition
Canelo
€6.99
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Person
Born and raised in Sheffield, Joanne lives in the coastal village of Laxey in the Isle of Man with her husband, children, dogs and other assorted wildlife. She has worked in print, radio and broadcast journalism in the north west for the past three decades and is now a full-time writer of historical fiction set in nineteenth century Sheffield.