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The second instalment of Fay Weldon's acclaimed trilogy follows the Dilberne family as they restore their ancestral manor and fortune in the early 1900s. At the heart of the story are Lord Robert and Lady Isobel, who play supportive roles in the coronation of King Edward VII. As they anticipate the arrival of a new grandchild, the couple must also confront the challenging decision of what to do with an orphaned niece, weighing family loyalty against societal expectations. Set against the backdrop of London and the wider England of the era, the novel delves into the customs and social dynamics of the upper class during a time of both restoration and change.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Fay Weldon
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