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Readers love Sara Sheridan's evocative historical novels . . .
'I loved this book from start to finish. So interesting to read about women back in the 1800s being independent and finding their own way in what was mostly a man's domain!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Did not want to put this down but did not want it to end. Another fabulous read transporting you back in time, bring on the next one quickly please!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I was totally floored by this! SO interesting at every point!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Celebrated writer and historian Maria Graham must make the treacherous voyage from Brazil to London to deliver her latest book to her publisher. Having come to terms with the loss of her beloved husband, Maria is now determined to live her life as she pleases, free from the smothering constraints of Georgian society.

For a woman travelling alone it's a journey fraught with danger, and as civil war rages around her, the only ship prepared to take Maria belongs to roguish smuggler Captain James Henderson. Onboard, all is well until Maria makes two shocking discoveries - the first a deadly secret, the second an irresistible attraction to the enigmatic captain.

With Henderson on a journey of his own and determined to finally put his life of crime behind him, he and Maria grow ever closer. But can Henderson escape his illicit past or will the scandalous secret he's hiding ruin them both?

Critics Review

PRAISE FOR SARA SHERIDAN'S EVOCATIVE NOVELS
Dripping with intrigue and luscious prose, this sumptuous novel shines a light on a Glasgow long past ... Sherdian's fine writing and expert characterisation just pull you in, so you can hear silk skirts swish and secret doors creak, as if you too are dwelling amongst the bustle of Blytheswood Square. I loved it
Karen Campbell
A gripping and beautifully written book
ES Thomson
An enchanting new novel
Scots Magazine
Sheridan is a mistress of the historical novel, and reading her latest book feels at times like stepping into an elaborate period drama set in Edinburgh and Glasgow . . . this is essential reading
Scottish Field Magazine
A gripping novel
Good Housekeeping
Sheridan's spry plot sees secrets discovered, ruinous rumours scotched, happiness regained and friendships founded in a novel that celebrates the search for autonomy
Daily Mail
A novel of feeling and intellect . . . a rich and compelling story.
The Scotsman
There's never any sense of time being wasted. Sheridan meticulously fills out her characters . . . a positive, optimistic novel.
The Herald Scotland
Thoroughly enjoyable, a novel of feeling and intellect which will surely and deservedly be a great success
The Scotsman Magazine
Author Sara Sheridan
Narrator Francine Brody
Duration 14 hours and 7 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781399741972
Format Audiobook
Publisher Hodder & Stoughton
Genre Historical adventure fiction, Sea stories
Availability AU, GB, IE

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