{"product_id":"the-misadventures-of-margaret-finch-9780571363728","title":"The Misadventures of Margaret Finch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn 1938, Margaret Finch, a young woman with a penchant for mischief, begins working in Blackpool, where she meets the scandalous Rector of Stiffkey, Harold Davidson. Determined to uncover the truth about him, Margaret navigates the dangers of a country on the brink of war, all while dealing with her own personal troubles. The Misadventures of Margaret Finch is a captivating and evocative novel that delves into the lives of Margaret and her fellow characters, offering a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 320 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 06 April 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Faber \u0026amp; Faber\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1938, a young woman named Margaret Finch begins her new job in Blackpool, a bustling seaside town. However, her path crosses with the disgraced Rector of Stiffkey, Harold Davidson, who is the subject of a national scandal. Determined to uncover the truth behind the headlines, Margaret delves into the life of the rector, hoping to determine whether he is a maligned hero or an exploiter of the vulnerable. As she explores the town, Margaret encounters a cast of characters, including the charming Captain Lancaster and the enigmatic Miss Emily. However, her own troubles are never far away, and Margaret fears that history is about to repeat itself. Set against the backdrop of a country not yet able to countenance the devastation of another war, The Misadventures of Margaret Finch is a deeply evocative novel that ripples with tension. Margaret walks us along the promenade, peeks into the baths, and even dares a trip on the love boat in this, her first seaside summer season. Along the way, she uncovers secrets and lies that threaten to tear her world apart. Readers are captivated by the novel's vivid portrayal of Blackpool in its heyday, and the characters are beloved by all who have encountered them. The Misadventures of Margaret Finch is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, and for those who are curious about the darker side of the Roaring Twenties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 426g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 143 x 224 x 34 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780571363728\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Main\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claire McGlasson","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44162047574266,"sku":"9780571363728","price":10.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1680878308819_book.jpg?v=1681110822","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-misadventures-of-margaret-finch-9780571363728","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}