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Heartache and hardship in London’s East End, from the bestselling author of The Orphans of Halfpenny StreetAmy Robinson and her fiance Matthew are struggling to resist the temptations faced by a soon-to-be-wed couple. To avoid these, Matthew throws himself into a new job and she goes to work in an exclusive new dress shop, where she meets Mary Maitland. As her relationship with Matthew deteriorates, Amy becomes increasingly attracted to Mary's cousin, Paul, and a bitter rivalry ensues…
Amy Robinson faces a crisis of love and loyalty as her engagement to Matthew crumbles under the weight of new desires. Amy and her fiancé Matthew are navigating the pressures of impending marriage, with Matthew seeking solace in his work and Amy finding herself drawn into the glamorous world of a high-end dress shop. There, she encounters Mary Maitland, and as her relationship with Matthew falters, Amy finds herself increasingly captivated by Mary's cousin, Paul. This burgeoning attraction ignites a fierce rivalry, forcing Amy to confront her true feelings and the consequences of her choices in the heart of London's East End.
The premise sets up a compelling narrative of romantic conflict and personal growth within a specific historical and social context. The focus on Amy's evolving relationships suggests a story rich in emotional depth and character development. The East End setting implies a grounding in social realism, likely exploring the challenges and aspirations of its inhabitants. The unfolding rivalry and deteriorating engagement point towards a dramatic arc, promising a narrative that engages with themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2020-05-12
Publisher:
HarperCollins
ISBN-10:
0008168644
ISBN-13:
9780008168643
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