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A Daughter's Dreams (Large Print Edition)
Paperback
Publisher Price: $43.50
ISBN13: 9781806002863
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Published: Jan 31 2026
Pages: 490
Weight: 1.35
Height: 1.22 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Can the strong women of Paisley triumph and keep the home fires burning?
Paisley, Scotland 1913
After the death of her husband, Kirsty Lennox remarries and rebuilds her life, watching her children find success. Her eldest son, Alex, has become a successful cabinetmaker and furniture salesman; her daughter Caitlin is a promising dress designer; while the youngest, Mary, is a diligent student.
But the arrival of four-year-old Rowena Lennox, Kirsty's granddaughter by marriage, throws the family's plans for the future into disarray.
Conflict flies when Rose Hamilton, one of Kirsty's partners in a second-hand clothing store buys the mill her son Alex had his eye on destroying their friendship. The dispute is further compounded when Rose invites Caitlin to become a dress designer for her new high-end clothing business. Caitlin is thrilled and strikes up a friendship with weaver Murdo Guthrie much to her beau, Bryce disdain.
When Britain declares war on Germany in 1914 and the men begin to enlist its down to the women to carry on in their absence. But as the war rolls on, they must learn to cope with separation, turmoil and tragedy.
The continuation of The Lennox Family saga series from Evelyn Hood, the original bestselling Scottish saga writer.
Previously published in paperback as The Dancing Stone
PRAISE FOR EVELYN HOOD
'Compelling from the start, heartfelt and beautifully written.' - Rosie Clarke
'If you like Catherine Cookson, you'll love Evelyn Hood's books.' - Lizzie Lane
'Evelyn Hood's characters step off the page and into your heart.' - Sheila Riley
'This is addictive and heartfelt storytelling, with colourful characters you'll never want to say goodbye to.' - Jane Lark
''Loved the strong, relatable characters. A lively, refreshing read.' - Kate Eastham
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