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Sampson and Son
Paperback
Series: Ancestor, Book 3
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 24 2023
Pages: 212
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.45 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
So that's him, is it? Robin thinks, looking with narrowed eyes at his colleague's sponsor, as his hands involuntarily curl into fists and his chest tightens. And seeming mighty pleased with himself I'd say. Mister Sampson Moore himself...
Abandoned to the Workhouse as an infant, Robin is the illegitimate eldest son of a successful nineteenth century Liverpool merchant. He leaves his home for Ireland to claim the inheritance his father spurned in his youth.
What readers are saying
- Compelling! I really enjoy these kinds of historical settings, and I get a real sense of time and place. I think many people would enjoy reading this book, and seeing not just the lives of the characters, but the settings and culture of 19th century England. Joseph W
- I think the writing is really great quality. I like the colloquial dialogue, it really helps to put me in the time and place. Russell P
- This is a powerful story beautifully told with a strong feeling of time and place and character. Kay O
- Very interesting story. The characters are compelling. Noreen T
Publisher's Note
This is Maggie Williams Richmond's third novel based on characters revealed by her researches into her family history.
Her first two novels are set in 17th century Scotland. In Sampson and Son she turns to her mid-19th centaury ancestors in Liverpool and Dublin.
Not a bodice ripper!
With Maggie's hallmark writing style of poetic description, authentic historical detail, and convincing dialogue, Sampson and Son will delight all fans of literary historical fiction.
a Steggr book
Praise for Maggie's previous books
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
What an enjoyable book! Soon after starting to read (Costly Truths), I found myself completely transported to the 1600s. The characters and setting are well-developed, and the author did a fantastic job with a variety of dialects. Maggie Williams Richmond does a brilliant job depicting 1600 England. The story is loosely based on her ancestor, Geillis Balfour, and the Balfour family. This well-written story illustrates how conflicts over race, religion, and politics existed in the past but could be overcome with kindness, the importance of family, and how deception leads to heartbreak.
I'm glad the story has continued with the second book in this series! hobowey
My husband John bought me your book Costly Truths for Christmas and I've just finished it. I loved it - a real page turner, I couldn't put it down. I'm looking forward to your next one Course Adjustments.
Your research into your forebears was impressive and a nice way for us to learn some history.
Perhaps you'll make a T.V. series one day? Pat E
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