A Woman's Lot - (Meonbridge Chronicles) by Carolyn Hughes (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>How can mere women resist the misogyny of men? In 14th century Meonbridge, Eleanor, Susanna and Agnes face scorn and rancour from men who fear havoc if "daughters of Eve" are allowed to usurp men's roles. Not all men resist the women's desire for change, but it takes only one or two misogynists to unleash the hounds of hostility and hatred.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>How can mere women resist the misogyny of men?</strong></p><p>1352. In Meonbridge, a resentful peasant rages against Eleanor Titherige's efforts to build up her flock of sheep. Susanna Miller's husband, grown melancholy and ill-tempered, succumbs to idle gossip that his wife's a scold. Agnes Sawyer's yearning to be a craftsman is met with scorn. And the village priest, fearful of what he considers women's "unnatural" ambitions, is determined to keep them firmly in their place.</p><p>Many men hold fast to the teachings of the Church and fear the havoc the "daughters of Eve" might wreak if they're allowed to usurp men's roles and gain control over their own lives.</p><p>Not all men in Meonbridge resist the women's desire for change - indeed, they want it for themselves. Yet it takes only one or two misogynists to unleash the hounds of hostility and hatred...</p><p>"<em>I didn't so much feel as if I were reading about mediaeval England as actually experiencing it first hand</em>." Linda's Book Bag @Lindahill50Hill</p><p><strong><em>If you enjoy immersive historical fiction with a strong authentic feel, set in a time of change and challenge, especially for women, you'll love A Woman's Lot, the second MEONBRIDGE CHRONICLE. Find out for yourself if Meonbridge's "unnatural" women stand up to their abusers.</em></strong></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"<em>I didn't so much feel as if I were reading about mediaeval England as actually experiencing it first hand</em>." Linda's Book Bag @Lindahill50Hill</p><p>"<em>The dialogue is very well done. I certainly felt I was right there</em>." Chill with a Book @ChillwithaBook</p><p>"<em>I adored this book! A highly recommended read for lovers of historical fiction</em>." Brook Cottage Books @BrookCottageBks</p><p><em>"It's a great tribute to Carolyn's wonderful writing and her ability to recreate the era and its people that I slipped back in time quite effortlessly." </em>Being Anne@Williams13Anne</p><p><em>"Another fantastic piece of completely immersive historical fiction from Carolyn Hughes...I'll definitely be at the front of the queue for her next book." </em>The Book Magnet @thebookmagnet</p><p>"...<em>an absorbing account of the times</em>" Historical Novel Society @histnovsoc</p><br>
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