The Rabbit's Foot - The Hartford Manor Series 3
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Ages: 18+
The Third Book in The Hartford Manor Series:
1885 North Devon, England
Mr Edward Snell was more than a little curious when Robert Fellwood, the heir to Hartford Manor, and his elderly aunt, the Lady Margery, begged an audience on a Saturday morning. However, being such valued clients, the solicitor was happy to oblige. As his clerk showed the visitors in, he was intrigued to see them followed by an old man who, though respectably dressed, had something of a vagrant about him. The crisp suit in which he was attired could not disguise his weather-beaten face or his missing teeth.
Robert introduced his Uncle Sam and explained he had come to claim his inheritance. The solicitor was old enough to remember the extensive search for Thomas Fellwood when his father, Ephraim, died in 1840. However, that was some forty-five years ago, and the young man had never been found. Yet here was Sam, who claimed to be Thomas Fellwood’s son and even more surprising, was the fact that the Fellwood family appeared to have accepted him as such.
“The Rabbit’s Foot” is an intriguing and compelling novel with many unexpected twists and turns. Set in the small seaside village of Hartford, it tells the tale of how an old man, who has spent his life with barely a penny to his name, suddenly finds himself rich beyond his wildest dreams. However, there is only one thing that Sam Fellwood truly wants, and that is to be reunited with his son, Marrok, whom he abandoned at the age of five. Will Sam find the happiness that has eluded him for so many lonely years?
Reviews
Enthralling read Another fascinating story about the lives of the Hartford Manor inhabitants, their families and friends. I was immersed in a way of life that has long gone, sometimes for the better, but sometimes for the worse. The characters were well crafted, leading them to interact in unexpected ways. I liked the drama and the humour, which was blended into a gripping read. I loved reading it, but didn't want the story to end. Now I must wait impatiently for the next book! Brilliant Book! As soon as I started reading this book, I was enthralled. I felt as though I was with old friends! Sam was my favourite character in the last book, so I was delighted to read more about him and his search for his son! I definitely recommend this book. You won't want to put it down! I hope there's going to be another one in the series. A Superb Ending to a Brilliant Series! The Rabbit's Foot is the third novel in the Hartford Manor series, and it continues the story of Annie Carter. Now happily married, her poverty-stricken youth is behind her, and she lives a happy, contented life. But the story continues, and while I am glad to see that a lot of it revolves around Annie, I was delighted to see the author has introduced a new threat revolving around Theresa, the daughter of George Carter, and a new mystery in the history of the old tramp, Sam. I loved these two new elements because they took the saga in a slightly different direction. The danger Theresa finds herself in is terrible, and I could hardly turn the pages, worrying what fate would befall her. The story of Sam the tramp is wonderful. I love these old codgers - Sam, Peter and Lady Margery. Despite the difference in their stations in life, the three are firm friends, and the affection they each share for one another is true. So, the Hartford Manor series has come to an end, and I hope it is only a temporary ending. I will definitely be keeping my fingers crossed for another book.
