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Experience a gripping journey through the pages of 'The Orphan of Good Hope,' an enchanting historical novel that transports readers from the scenic canals of Amsterdam to the rugged shores of the Cape of Good Hope. This riveting tale, penned by the acclaimed author of 'The Pearler's Wife,' intricately weaves romance and intrigue set against the backdrop of 17th-century life.
As you immerse yourself in this 432-page trade paperback, you'll follow the compelling stories of two remarkable women, Johanna Timmerman and Floriane Peronneau. In 1683, Johanna, a young girl in Amsterdam's civic orphanage, harbors a forbidden love for Frans. Their worlds collide when he is sent to the Dutch East India Company's burgeoning colony, pushing Johanna to make drastic choices for love.
On the other hand, Floriane enjoys a life of privilege, but when she uncovers the truth about her unfaithful husband, her serene world crumbles. Their separate lives intertwine on the perilous voyage to Africa, forging a powerful friendship and a shared resolve against their fates.
This compelling narrative promises an unmissable adventure, rich with history and emotion. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and romance, 'The Orphan of Good Hope' is a timeless tale about courage, friendship, and the transformative power of love. Available now, brand new with an ISBN of 9780143789666, and published by Random House Australia in 2020, it’s a must-read for any book lover.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143789666
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 432
Description:
Transport yourself from the canals of Amsterdam, across the waves, to the rough-and-tumble frontier town at the Cape of Good Hope.
From the author of the bestselling The Pearler's Wife, a riveting novel of seventeenth-century romance and intrigue.
In 1683 life is gruelling for the young women in Amsterdam's civic orphanage. The sole light in Johanna Timmerman's existence is her forbidden love for Frans, an orphan in the boys' section who has a smile like sunshine. Then he is gone, whisked across the globe to the Dutch East India Company's nascent colony at Good Hope.
Floriane Peronneau's privileged world is pleasant and fulfilling until she discovers that it is all built on lies. Far from being the devoted gentleman he seems, her husband Claes is a womanizing degenerate who has led them to the edge of ruin. And the forces are closing in on him.
While Johanna's love drives her to make a shocking bargain to secure passage to the Cape, Floriane is caught in a terrifying game of cat and mouse. The two women's lives could not be more different. Yet, on the long, dangerous voyage to the southern tip of Africa, they will become the best of friends - and co-conspirators . . .
As you immerse yourself in this 432-page trade paperback, you'll follow the compelling stories of two remarkable women, Johanna Timmerman and Floriane Peronneau. In 1683, Johanna, a young girl in Amsterdam's civic orphanage, harbors a forbidden love for Frans. Their worlds collide when he is sent to the Dutch East India Company's burgeoning colony, pushing Johanna to make drastic choices for love.
On the other hand, Floriane enjoys a life of privilege, but when she uncovers the truth about her unfaithful husband, her serene world crumbles. Their separate lives intertwine on the perilous voyage to Africa, forging a powerful friendship and a shared resolve against their fates.
This compelling narrative promises an unmissable adventure, rich with history and emotion. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and romance, 'The Orphan of Good Hope' is a timeless tale about courage, friendship, and the transformative power of love. Available now, brand new with an ISBN of 9780143789666, and published by Random House Australia in 2020, it’s a must-read for any book lover.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143789666
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 432
Description:
Transport yourself from the canals of Amsterdam, across the waves, to the rough-and-tumble frontier town at the Cape of Good Hope.
From the author of the bestselling The Pearler's Wife, a riveting novel of seventeenth-century romance and intrigue.
In 1683 life is gruelling for the young women in Amsterdam's civic orphanage. The sole light in Johanna Timmerman's existence is her forbidden love for Frans, an orphan in the boys' section who has a smile like sunshine. Then he is gone, whisked across the globe to the Dutch East India Company's nascent colony at Good Hope.
Floriane Peronneau's privileged world is pleasant and fulfilling until she discovers that it is all built on lies. Far from being the devoted gentleman he seems, her husband Claes is a womanizing degenerate who has led them to the edge of ruin. And the forces are closing in on him.
While Johanna's love drives her to make a shocking bargain to secure passage to the Cape, Floriane is caught in a terrifying game of cat and mouse. The two women's lives could not be more different. Yet, on the long, dangerous voyage to the southern tip of Africa, they will become the best of friends - and co-conspirators . . .