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The author's gift for keen observation and deft use of language make for intriguing glimpses into the many vagaries of human nature--"Booklist.

November 1907 Hester Shaw is hidden away in a small London flat paid for by Alex, her wealthy married lover. When he persuades her to accompany his aunt on a trip to New York she meets young Charlie Barnes, who falls in love with her. This is her chance to put her shadowy past behind her and start afresh but the decision to leave Alex, a powerful senior policeman, will prove disastrous . . .

An engaging historical tale from a much-loved author - "London", " 1890." Singer Rose Paton is confident that, with her looks, youth, and talent, she's destined for greater things. When mysterious stranger Marcus Bennley asks her to sing at his sister's birthday party, as his present to her, she accepts for the half a guinea - more than two weeks' wages. But will the deal be quite so sweet as promised, or has Rose made a terrible mistake entan...

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Fiction, PYP Level 8

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THE GREAT PLAGUE is a thrilling story of a young girl during the epidemic of 1665. Alice is looking forward to being back in London. But the plague is spreading quickly, and as each day passes more red crosses appear on doors. When her aunt is struck down with the plague, she is forced to make a decision that could change her life forever...

Hal has dreamed of serving as King Henry's gardener, despite the King's famously short temper. Hal encounters the King, and finds himself forced to prove his intentions are good. James de la Rue illustrates.

The gripping tale of a girl drawn into the world of a Victorian workhouse. The popular "My Story" series, which brings history to life, is being given a fresh new look for 2015. Ages: 8+

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November 1907 - Hester Shaw is hidden away in a small London flat paid for by Alex, her wealthy married lover. When he persuades her to accompany his aunt on a trip to New York she meets young Charlie Barnes, who falls in love with her. This is her chance to put her shadowy past behind her and start afresh but the decision to leave Alex, a powerful senior policeman, will prove disastrous . . .

A woman struggles to face her tragic past.

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