The Laird’s Wife - Part one of a trilogy
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Ages: 18+
Sophia's beauty is a façade for a turbulent past of childhood abuse. She is driven by an insatiable hunger for power and uses her marriage to Hugo, the heir of a Scottish laird, to overcome the social barriers of Victorian Britain. A clever narcissist in a man’s world, she stops at nothing to manipulate those around her to gain control.
Meanwhile, Willie, a young crofter on the estate, dreams of escaping poverty. But fate has other plans, as tragedy strikes, shattering his hopes for a better life. Caught in Sophia's web of deceit, he becomes an unwitting pawn in her deadly game.
As tensions rise and secrets unravel, Hugo faces the daunting task of protecting his legacy from the woman he once loved. With Sophia's cunning schemes threatening to destroy everything he holds dear; how can he resist her?
In this gripping saga of betrayal, ambition, and revenge, can Hugo and Willie defy Sophia's ruthless ploys? At what cost will there emerge a victor and who will suffer the ultimate consequences?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lairds-Wife-Mistress-Deception/dp/1068719206/
Reviews
‘A complex historical drama with a fine cast of characters. Highly recommended!’ 5 stars The Wishing Shelf REVIEW I must say, I enjoyed this historical novel very much. The author is a strong writer who’s successfully put together a complex drama, filled with memorable characters. There's strong pacing throughout, and the ending is enjoyably unpredictable. So, if you happen to be a fan of smartly plotted, drama-filled historical sagas, this book is for you. So, what's it all about? Well, in a nutshell, it’s the story of three central characters – the ruthless Sophia who’s determined to control her own destiny in a mandominated world, her rather hapless husband, Hugo, and a sweet-natured, young crofter who we meet at the beginning of the novel. What follows is a ‘thrilling tale of power and manipulation’ which kept me utterly hooked late into a Sunday night. There were number of aspects to this novel I particularly enjoyed. Firstly, the setting is interesting, which is so important in an historical novel. The author, I feel, knows the time and place well, putting it over to the reader in a vibrant way. Secondly, I loved hating Sophia. She is, in every way, a ruthless psychopath. And, as we all know, the antagonist is almost always the most interesting character in a book! And that's the case here; she's nasty, and I loved hating her. Thirdly, I enjoyed the speech, the author using it to not only develop the characters, but also the often complex plot. So, grab a copy of The Laird’s Wife today. Sophia really is a Mistress of Deception and, if like me, you enjoy getting into the warped minds of memorable antagonists, you will have wonderful fun reading this book. I don't think you'll ever root for her – and if you do, I’d be concerned! - but you'll enjoy her resilience, and her determination that - No man would ever get the better of her. ‘Wishing Shelf’ Book Review www.thewsa.co.uk
