The Stokesley Secret

Charlotte Mary Yonge was a prolific English novelist whose work was deeply influenced by her Anglo-Catholic faith and the Oxford Movement. Beginning her writing career in 1848, she published around 100 works, with her first major success, The Heir of Redclyffe, helping to fund charitable initiatives. Beyond her novels, she edited the Monthly Packet for nearly forty years, aimed at young British Anglican girls, showcasing her commitment to both literature and social causes. Her writings reflect the values and concerns of her religious background.