This book is magical in every single sense.
Following the life of Fleetwood Shuttleworth, the pregnant 17 year old, we see how Gawthorpe Hall is home to many mysteries.
Her previous pregnancies have ended well with all three babies dying before birth. Naturally, she’s more worried than ever that she won’t be able to provide an heir for her husband.
One day, she stumbles across a letter that confirms that the child will live but she will die. She ends up in turmoil as to what to do next.
By chance she meets Alice Gray, a very young midwife who learnt from her mother. She persuades her to be her midwife to help her bring a healthy baby into the world as well as staying alive herself.
There’s talk of witchcraft about and the women must face a dangerous journey that could leave them utterly devastated.
This book was excellent on so many levels. I loved the female characters and the mix of real life historical events. A great read!
Following the life of Fleetwood Shuttleworth, the pregnant 17 year old, we see how Gawthorpe Hall is home to many mysteries.
Her previous pregnancies have ended well with all three babies dying before birth. Naturally, she’s more worried than ever that she won’t be able to provide an heir for her husband.
One day, she stumbles across a letter that confirms that the child will live but she will die. She ends up in turmoil as to what to do next.
By chance she meets Alice Gray, a very young midwife who learnt from her mother. She persuades her to be her midwife to help her bring a healthy baby into the world as well as staying alive herself.
There’s talk of witchcraft about and the women must face a dangerous journey that could leave them utterly devastated.
This book was excellent on so many levels. I loved the female characters and the mix of real life historical events. A great read!