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The Headmaster's Daughter
Paperback
RomanceChristian FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781915307095
Publisher: Cahill Davis Publishing Limited
Published: Jul 19 2024
Pages: 352
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.79 Width: 5.06 Depth: 7.81
Language: English
In the sleepy Yorkshire village of Shadworth, Elizabeth Manners' childhood is steeped in tales of the Great War, recounted by her parents and older brothers. Sheltered within the idyllic countryside, she understands the trials they endured, yet always marvels at her parents' unerring resilience in the face of adversity.
But as the winds of change stir, Elizabeth remains unaware of the looming shadow of a new conflict, one that will encroach upon her cherished village.
The arrival of Pieter and his cousin Anatole from Germany, welcomed into the Manners' home as a favour to a friend, marks a poignant turning point. As World War Two erupts, Elizabeth, now sixteen, witnesses Shadworth transform into a sanctuary for child evacuees from across war-torn Europe. The sight of local boys, including those her father once taught, marching off to battle fills her with a deep-seated dread. But it's Anatole's resolve to return to Germany and join the resistance that sends a shockwave through her life.
In a world increasingly ravaged by the relentless gears of war, Elizabeth grapples with a harrowing sense of helplessness. Yet amidst the chaos, one crucial question burns at the heart of her ordeal: Can Elizabeth's burgeoning love for Anatole outweigh his fierce commitment to aid in the war effort?
In this stirring tale of love, loss and resilience, The Headmaster's Daughter captures the indomitable spirit of a young woman navigating the turbulent waters of a world at war.
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