This series delves into the lives of captivating women whose stories intersect with the tumultuous events of 17th-century London. Each installment shines a spotlight on a different female figure, from maids to companions, revealing their unique perspectives amidst grand historical moments. Follow their journeys as they navigate significant events like the Great Plague and the Great Fire. These narratives offer a fresh look at the era, highlighting the resilience and agency of women in a male-dominated world.
From acclaimed historical novelist Deborah Swift,this is the story of diarist Samuel Pepys' London, vibrantly told through the eyes of his maid.Deb Willet is desperate to escape her domineering aunt and takes a position as companion to Samuel Pepys's wife. Deb believes it will give her respectability and freedom - but it proves far more complicated than she could ever have imagined.
Sales pointsA fresh perspective on the story of world-famous diarist Samuel PepysThe second novel in Deborah Swift's trilogySet in London during the politically turbulent times of the 1660sLaced with emotional intensity and drama'