Evelyn Hood

A Daughter's Dreams (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

The continuation of a sweeping Scottish family saga series from Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood - perfect for fans of Catherine Cookson, Rosie Goodwin and Donna Douglas. ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

Can the strong women of Paisley triumph and keep the home fires burning?

Paisley, Scotland 1913

After the death of her husband, Kirsty Lennox remarries and rebuilds her life, watching her children find success. Her eldest son, Alex, has become a successful cabinetmaker and furniture salesman; her daughter Caitlin is a promising dress designer; while the youngest, Mary, is a diligent student.

But the arrival of four-year-old Rowena Lennox, Kirsty's granddaughter by marriage, throws the family's plans for the future into disarray.

Conflict flies when Rose Hamilton, one of Kirsty's partners in a second-hand clothing store buys the mill her son Alex had his eye on destroying their friendship. The dispute is further compounded when Rose invites Caitlin to become a dress designer for her new high-end clothing business. Caitlin is thrilled and strikes up a friendship with weaver Murdo Guthrie much to her beau, Bryce disdain.

When Britain declares war on Germany in 1914 and the men begin to enlist its down to the women to carry on in their absence. But as the war rolls on, they must learn to cope with separation, turmoil and tragedy.

The continuation of The Lennox Family saga series from Evelyn Hood, the original bestselling Scottish saga writer.

Previously published in paperback as The Dancing Stone

PRAISE FOR EVELYN HOOD

'Compelling from the start, heartfelt and beautifully written.' - Rosie Clarke

'If you like Catherine Cookson, you'll love Evelyn Hood's books.' - Lizzie Lane

'Evelyn Hood's characters step off the page and into your heart.' - Sheila Riley

'This is addictive and heartfelt storytelling, with colourful characters you'll never want to say goodbye to.' - Jane Lark

''Loved the strong, relatable characters. A lively, refreshing read.' - Kate Eastham

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Boldwood Books
• Seitenzahl: 352
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. Januar 2026
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781806002887
• Artikelnr.: 75891073

Autorenporträt

Sunday Times bestselling author, Evelyn Hood was best known for her Scottish family sagas set in her hometown of Paisley (Renfrewshire) and on the Clyde Coast, where she also lived. Her seven-volume Prior's Ford books are set in a modern-day fictitious village in Dumfries and Galloway.

Throughout her distinguished career, she published more than 40 novels, numerous short stories, as well as plays, pantomimes, musicals, and poems. She also authored "Forward by Degrees," a commissioned history of the University of Paisley, and "Mill Memories; Interviews with Former Employees of Paisley's Thread Mills," which preserves the legacy of the town's textile industry. A former journalist, Evelyn wrote under several pen names, including Eve Houston, Elizabeth A. Webster, Louise James, and Evelyn Steel.

Passionate about literature and the arts, Evelyn frequently adjudicated competitions, gave public readings, and mentored emerging writers. She was also deeply involved in amateur dramatics in Paisley, directing musicals and plays.

Evelyn Hood passed away in Ayrshire in 2023, but the legacy of her writing continues, inspiring a generation of saga writers and touching reader's hearts worldwide.