An evocative and compelling first-person account from a woman's perspective
April 29, 2024, 10:36 a.m. A review for 'The Dartington Bride', by Tony Riches, Historical Fiction Author... a surprisingly topical exploration of the consequences of religious wars on innocent women, and the hardships faced by refugees.
This second novel from Rosemary Griggs in her ‘Daughters of Devon’ series builds on her award-winning debut with the story of the life of Katherine Raleigh, 'A Woman of Noble Wit'.
As with her first book, Rosemary Griggs has drawn from well-researched historical events and the people of Devon, England.
Lady Gabrielle Montgomery, known by her family as Roberda, flees the religious wars of France for Dartington Hall in Devon, where each day presents new challenges.
I particularly like the way Rosemary Griggs uses her experience as a guide at Dartington Hall to create an evocative and compelling first-person account from a woman's perspective. I enjoyed following Roberda's journey and the details of daily life in Elizabethan England.
'The Dartington Bride' is also a surprisingly topical exploration of the consequences of religious wars on innocent women, and the hardships faced by refugees. Highly recommended.
Original review; Tony Riches Blog Spot: https://tonyriches.blogspot.com/2024/04/book-review-dartington-bride-by.html