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Set against the opulent backdrop of a sprawling aristocratic estate in pre‑war England, Summerset Abbey tells the story of sisters Rowena and Victoria and their close‑knit governess’s daughter, Prudence. After their father’s death, the girls move in with their uncle, and Prudence is relegated to the maids’ quarters, a shift that sharply highlights the era’s class divisions. The impending war brings hope for a more modern future, yet the enduring weight of tradition and expectation keeps Prudence caught between two worlds. With vivid period detail, authentic dialogue, and a focus on social customs, the novel offers a charming glimpse into life on a country estate before history’s seismic shifts.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Teri Brown
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