Dressmaker's Secret: A heart-warming family saga - 'Loved it' VAL WOOD

In 1876, Reverend Michael Redfern takes in an illegitimate child named Beatrice Cullen and finds her a home with a kind couple. Five years later, Lily discovers that her birth father is Sir Frederick Copperfield, and she works for the Copperfields to get to know her half-sister Eleanor. This novel is a rollercoaster of a read, with a fabulous storyline and real heart at the center. It is a gem of a read that will hold you fast from the first page to the last.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 04 March 2021
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

The Dressmakers Secret is a captivating saga that will captivate readers from the very first page to the very last. It is a heartfelt family saga that will resonate with fans of Dilly Court and Maggie Hope. The author, VAL WOOD, has crafted a tale that is both moving and poignant, drawing the reader into the lives of the characters and their struggles.

Set in Dorset in 1876, the story begins with the arrival of young Beatrice Cullen at the local church, carrying her illegitimate child in her arms. Reverend Michael Redfern, a kind-hearted man, takes it upon himself to help her. He finds a home for her daughter, Lily, with a loving couple. However, when Lily reaches the age of nine, she loses her adopted parents, and is forced to live with her cruel Aunt Doris and her cousin Jez. They treat her like a slave, and Lily finds solace in her dream of one day escaping her aunt and becoming a seamstress.

Five years later, at the age of fourteen, Lily makes a startling discovery. She learns that her birth father is none other than the local aristocrat, Sir Frederick Copperfield. Lily is stunned, and when she gets the chance to work for the Copperfields, she seizes the opportunity to get to know her half-sister, Eleanor. But will Eleanor ever truly accept Lily as her sister, or will Lily's true identity remain a secret forever?

This novel is a rollercoaster of emotions, with a well-researched storyline that is filled with real heart. The characters are well-developed, and the reader can truly empathize with their struggles and triumphs. The writing is masterful, and the pace is perfect, keeping the reader engaged from beginning to end.

The Dressmakers Secret is a gem of a read that will leave readers eagerly anticipating more from this talented author. It is a story that will touch the hearts of all who read it, reminding us of the power of love, resilience, and the pursuit of a better life. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves a good family saga, and to those who are looking for a story that will uplift and inspire.

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471185519