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Set in the West Country, the novel centers on Clare, who is sent to become a governess to the daughter of Garth Melrose. Clare encounters a small-town pottery owner, a widower with a young daughter, and a family whose moods and motives intertwine. The story explores themes of love, hope, and the challenges that arise when personal histories collide.
First publish date: 1962
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Iris Bromige
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