Bride of a Distant Isle: A Novel (The Daughters of Hampshire)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.11 (935 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1476717893 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-08-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
historic aspects well done, but unbelievable plot disappoints The author knew her history and there was only a word or two that was too modern. And I thought the characters came to life. However the plot seemed contrived.Why wasn't Annabel's teaching salary enough to cover her expenses, necessitating her cousin Edward to augment it? Once the family's country home was rented out a number of years before, why didn't Annabel economize, supplement her income by tutoring, or start looking for alterna. Just loved it. Amazon Customer WOW! If you have any plans, don't read this book. If you have to take care of kids, don't even think of picking this book up. If you plan to eat, don't pick this book up. What I'm saying is clear your schedule because once you pick this book up, you will not be able to put it down until you are done. This is the kind of book where you instantly care about what is happening to the characters. You can't put it down because you wonder wh. Great read! H & J Johnson I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this series, Mist of Midnight, and was looking forward to Bride of a Distant Isle. I was quickly drawn into Annabelle's story; an enticing combination of mystery, historical fiction and romance. A great read!Another highly acclaimed series by Sandra is the Ladies in Waiting series (To Die For, The Secret Keeper, and Roses Have Thorns).
Sandra is a master of the historical novel. Fans of Jane Eyre and Rebecca, prepare to be dazzled by Sandra Byrd’s magnificent Bride of a Distant Isle!" (Ella March Chase, author of The Queen's Dwarf)"Bride of a Distant Isle is an enthralling novel filled with mystery, intrigue, and a compelling romance. Sandra Byrd’s twisting plot and vibrant characters weave a rich and satisfying story that absorbs the mind and captivates the heart." (Stephanie Landsem, author of The Tomb) . Engaging to the last page." (Susan Meissner, Author of Secrets of a Charmed Life)"Lovers of wind-swept moors and Bronte-esque intrigue will devour Byrd’s latest romanc
Edward is running out of money and puts the house up for sale to avoid financial ruin. He insists that Annabel marry, promising her to a sinister, frightening man. She believes her stay will be short but soon learns that she will not be returning to the safety of the school. An unforgettable romance set in Victorian England, Bride of A Distant Isle is the engrossing story of Annabel Ashton, who fights to save her family home and her mother's honor while trying to figure out if the man she loves wants her—or just wants to use her to achieve his own ambitions.Miss Annabel Ashton is a teacher at the Rogers School for Young Ladies in Winchester when she takes a brief visit to he
She lives in the Seattle, Washington area. Award-winning and bestselling author Sandra Byrd has published four dozen books in the fiction and nonfiction markets, including Mist of Midnight, Bride of a Distant Isle (A Romantic Times Book Reviews Top Pick), and her most recent, A Lady in Disguise. . For nearly two decades,