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Step into the enchanting world of *The Pavilion in the Clouds*, a captivating novel that captures the twilight of the British Empire as experienced by the Ferguson family in Ceylon in 1938. This brand new B-format paperback, published in 2022 by Birlinn, invites readers to immerse themselves in a lush narrative filled with intrigue, nostalgia, and the complexities of human relationships. Experience the lush green hills and vibrant landscapes as Bella, an insightful eight-year-old, navigates her suspicions about her governess, Miss White, against the backdrop of a serene yet treacherous estate.
As the story unfolds, readers are transported to the idyllic yet haunting grounds of the Pavilion, where secrets simmer beneath the surface. Will Bella find the answers she seeks regarding her family's past, and can the shadows of guilt from her childhood ever be reconciled? This compelling tale is particularly designed for those who appreciate richly woven narratives set in historical contexts and enjoy emotional journeys intertwined with mystery.
Ideal for fans of historical fiction, *The Pavilion in the Clouds* is perfect for book clubs and individual readers alike, providing ample fodder for discussion and reflection. The book's ISBN is 9781846975868, ensuring you can easily find it online or at your favorite local bookstore.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846975868
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
It is 1938 and the final days of the British Empire. In a bungalow high up in the green hills above the plains of Ceylon, under a vast blue sky, live the Ferguson family: Bella, a precocious eight-year-old; her father Henry – owner of Pitlochry, a tea plantation – and her mother Virginia. The story centres around the Pavilion in the Clouds, set in the idyllic grounds carved out of the wilderness. But all is not as serene as it seems. Bella is suspicious of her governess, Miss White’s intentions. Her suspicion sparks off her mother’s imagination and after an unfortunate series of events, a confrontation is had with Miss White and a gunshot rings off around the hills.
Years later, Bella, now living back in Scotland at university in St Andrews, is faced, once again with her past. Will she at last find out what happened between her Father and Miss White? And will the guilt she has lived with all these years be reconciled by a long over-due apology?
As the story unfolds, readers are transported to the idyllic yet haunting grounds of the Pavilion, where secrets simmer beneath the surface. Will Bella find the answers she seeks regarding her family's past, and can the shadows of guilt from her childhood ever be reconciled? This compelling tale is particularly designed for those who appreciate richly woven narratives set in historical contexts and enjoy emotional journeys intertwined with mystery.
Ideal for fans of historical fiction, *The Pavilion in the Clouds* is perfect for book clubs and individual readers alike, providing ample fodder for discussion and reflection. The book's ISBN is 9781846975868, ensuring you can easily find it online or at your favorite local bookstore.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846975868
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
It is 1938 and the final days of the British Empire. In a bungalow high up in the green hills above the plains of Ceylon, under a vast blue sky, live the Ferguson family: Bella, a precocious eight-year-old; her father Henry – owner of Pitlochry, a tea plantation – and her mother Virginia. The story centres around the Pavilion in the Clouds, set in the idyllic grounds carved out of the wilderness. But all is not as serene as it seems. Bella is suspicious of her governess, Miss White’s intentions. Her suspicion sparks off her mother’s imagination and after an unfortunate series of events, a confrontation is had with Miss White and a gunshot rings off around the hills.
Years later, Bella, now living back in Scotland at university in St Andrews, is faced, once again with her past. Will she at last find out what happened between her Father and Miss White? And will the guilt she has lived with all these years be reconciled by a long over-due apology?