Ashes on the Moor - (Proper Romance Victorian) by Sarah M Eden (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"After the death of her parents, Evangeline must succeed as a schoolteacher in a remote region of Northern England in order to claim her inheritance from her grandfather and be reunited with her younger sister, Lucy. When a local bricklayer, Dermot, offers his help, she finds herself falling in love with the Irishman"--Provided by publisher.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>When Evangeline is sent to live in a small mill town in Northern England as a schoolteacher in 1871, she finds herself struggling to fit in with an unfamiliar culture. Raised with the high-class Victorian values and ideals of a sophisticated upbringing, she is unprepared for the poverty she finds in the gritty factory town of Smeatley, where the locals speak with a hard-to-understand Yorkshire accent and struggle to thrive with few resources or opportunities. <p/> Though she has no training as a teacher, she must prove herself successful before her grandfather will release her substantial inheritance to her and allow her to be reunited with her younger sister, the last remaining member of her family after a fever claimed the lives of her parents and brothers. <p/> Evangeline's sudden change in circumstances is complicated when her aunt--a woman who values class distinctions more than her family relationships--forbids her from acknowledging any connection to her or to her grandfather, Mr. Farr--the man who owns nearly the entire town. For the first time in her life, Evangeline is truly alone. <p/> Heartbroken, she turns to the one person in town who has shown her kindness--an Irish brick mason, Dermot, and his son, Ronan. Despite the difference in their classes and backgrounds, Evangeline and Dermot become friends, due in part to her ability to connect with Ronan, whose behavior requires special attention. The boy is uncomfortable around strangers and rarely even speaks to the other children in town. He often fixates on details other people ignore, and he adheres to specific, self-made rules that give his life order and structure; for example, Dermot's coat must be hung on a specific peg next to the door. <p/> Evangeline attempts to prove herself a worthy teacher and earn the respect of her hard-to-understand students. Determined to find a way to introduce them to "proper English" while still honoring their unique language and culture, she enlists the help of a local family to write down familiar stories in the Yorkshire vernacular. Because of her efforts, the students and their families warm to Evangeline and she continues to look for ways to give the children a chance to become more than factory workers in the local cotton mill. <p/> When the town learns of her upper-class status, Evangeline must work twice as hard to win back their trust--especially Dermot's. In the end, Evangeline and Dermot discover that, even though they come from different social spheres, together they can overcome social prejudices, make a positive difference in the lives of even the humblest people, and enjoy the strength that comes when two hearts find each other. <p/><i>Ashes on the Moor</i> is the inspiring love story of one Victorian woman's courage to fight against all odds, and the man whose quiet strength gives her the confidence to keep trying.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Eden sets the bar for quality and sweetness with her new novel. This soft, warm blanket of a book is as sweet as Eden's ear for Dermot's Irish lilt and as heartening as Evangeline's discovery of her own inner strength. A thoroughly pleasant romance."-- "Historical Novel Society"<br><br>"Sweet, sincere, and highly recommended! Eden shows time and time again her talents as a writer, with vivid settings, emotional depth, and an engaging plot. Main character Evangeline is a true heroine, working to overcome incredible hardships while remaining relatable and down-to-earth. Her budding romantic relationship with Dermot is a highlight, as well as her interactions with her students. Pick up a copy of this delightful novel today!"-- "Compass Book Ratings"<br><br>"Another deftly crafted gem of a romance novel by a true master of the genre...An inspiring love story of one Victorian woman's courage to fight against all odds, and the man whose quiet strength gives her the confidence to keep trying. Unreservedly recommended."-- "Midwest Book Review" (5/23/2018 12:00:00 AM)<br><br>"Blends a bucolic historical setting with deep characters for a rewarding tale. Sarah Eden provides solid historical details to highlight Evangeline's struggles with understanding Yorkshire accents, living in poverty, and being socially isolated because she has to keep her family connections secret. Eden ably captures the changing of an era, the horrors of factory work, and the displacements of being Irish in England, a lady among the working classes, and a Southern Englishwoman in the North. Will appeal to readers seeing a chaste romance that makes gentle challenges to conventions of feminine propriety."-- "Publishers Weekly" (11/3/2017 12:00:00 AM)<br><br>"Eden does not shy away from the realities of life for the working poor in a Victorian mill town, deftly weaving such elements into Evangeline's fish-out-of-water experiences as she adjusts to her new circumstances. A strong supporting cast of students and families adds context and depth. Readers will enjoy Evangeline's growth as a strong woman almost as much as the steady, slow burn of her relationship with Dermot, which moves from wariness to friendship to sweet romance."-- "Booklist" (1/17/2018 12:00:00 AM)<br><br>"Evangeline's conviction and authentic concern for her friends gives everyone a new sense of hope, and her strengthening moral compass, aided by her growing feelings for Dermot, opens her grandfather's eyes to better opportunities for everyone. Determined to be a woman of both dignity and courage, she becomes an agent of change and encouragement. Once again, Eden proves herself a gifted writer dedicated to unique, out-of-the-box storytelling with inspiring and thought-provoking elements. Exploring one woman's struggle to find her place in a world where every step forward is a challenge offers an uplifting--and very clean--romance." <br> -- "Kirkus" (2/1/2018 12:00:00 AM)<br><br>"The dialog and character development in Eden's latest are very well done; readers will particularly enjoy the banter between Evangeline and Dermot and will be eager know what happens next to the townsfolk and our protagonists."-- "Library Journal" (5/1/2018 12:00:00 AM)<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Sarah M. Eden is the author of several critically acclaimed historical romances, including <i>Seeking Persephone, </i> <i>Courting Miss Lancaster, </i> and award-winning Proper Romance series novels <i>Longing for Home, </i> <i>Hope Springs, </i>and <i>The Sheriffs of Savage Wells</i>. Combining her passion for history and an affinity for gentle love stories, Sarah loves crafting witty characters and heartfelt romances. She happily spends hours perusing the reference shelves of her local library and dreams of one day traveling to all the places she reads about.
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