Author

Publication

2007 - Piatkus, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

78,250 words, Guess

Page Count

313 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC823.914

Description

After long years of war: it's the final months of 1945. Victory ceases to be a distant dream, and for Rhoda Harding and many others a feeling of hope is in the air. Married to Alec for 25 years, Rhoda jumps at the chance to take employment in the nearby village of Oakleigh, even though Alec believes she should stay at home.

Description

In the final months of 1945, victory ceases to be a distant dream and for Rhoda Harding and many others, a feeling of hope is in the air. Rhoda is hoping for a change. Married to Alec for more than twenty-five years, she now finds herself reluctant to settle into premature middle-age. Both her daughters lead busy, fulfilling lives, whilst Rhoda feels her days are filled with dull routine. Alec is a happy man, content with his family life and successful business. As far as he is concerned, his wife's place is in the home. Rhoda is at least able to find some solace in her new and unlikely friendship with young Jenny Matherson. Jenny has few friends, but when tragedy strikes the Mathersons, Rhoda finds she is not Jenny's only ally. Charming newcomer, the enigmatic Silas, is also on hand to offer support to both women. Encouraged by Silas, Rhoda jumps at the chance to take employment in the nearby village of Oakleigh. Alec is stunned and furious that his wife wants to work, but Rhoda is more than determined. After all, the prospect of work is not the only thing that keeps drawing her to Oakleigh every day. Silas is very often there too.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • A second springPiatkus2007-01-01

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