Fitznortons

"WOW! Unputdownable story!!... I read this in one day. I couldn't stop reading! Well-written, complicated characters, a villain you will definitely hate and a heroine that tugs at your heartstrings." Reader review, 5 stars 1897. Rosamund bows her head and steps slowly down the aisle. The satin of her gown whispers against the stone floor and a single tear falls into the bunch of yellow roses twisted in her trembling hands. Despite rumours of his cruelty, Rosamund has no choice but to become this man's second wife. After her wedding, Rosamund finds herself trapped in Sir Lucien Fitznorton's lonely country estate. As she wanders the chilly halls, made shadowy by drapes of heavy velvet, she longs for the lost comforts of her childhood home, where she was the beloved only daughter to a doting father, now buried miles away. As a young woman with no fortune of her own, only death can release her from this misery. Until she meets Joseph, her husband's gruffly handsome new chauffeur. With his mop of salt-and-pepper hair and lilting accent, Joseph is from another world. One of clambering children and tea at scrubbed kitchen tables, the hollow scratch of hunger and long hours of hard work. Despite their differences, they find themselves increasingly drawn to one other. But Sir Lucien is not only cruel, he's devious too, and soon Rosamund finds herself caught in a dangerous web of secrets and lies. Is Rosamund's fragile marriage nothing but a golden cage, trapping her between two men who desire her… and to what end? One holds her captive and the other offers a hope of escape… but who really holds the key to Rosamund's gilded prison? A gripping and emotional historical novel, fans of Lucinda Riley and Tracy Rees won't be able to put this book down. What readers are saying about The Gilded Cage: "Have just finished this page-turning historical novel…This is brilliant writing, allowing the flaws as well as the strengths of the character's personalities to flow through their private thoughts. The romance was gripping and steamy, the main character was brave and enduring, the baddies were loathsome and everything was wrapped up in a satisfactory way that I hadn't really seen coming. A brilliant read and I will be watching out for Luisa's next book!" Reader review, 5 stars "The Gilded Cage is an unforgettable, powerful historical tale that gripped my heart and shook it fiercely. I spent many hours reading late into the night unable to put this book down. It had me entranced as it is so incredibly well written…I am really glad I read this novel. It is a beacon of encouragement for the abused. A healing balm for a troubled soul. And a literary triumph for the insightful reader. The Gilded Cage is profound and expertly crafted. I highly recommend this powerful novel." Reader review, 5 stars "Luisa A Jones deftly weaves a picture of society in the early twentieth century across all social classes and fills it with life, her characters are thoroughly believable and she writes about traumatic, but common, life events with insight.Overall I thought this was a fabulous debut and I am looking forward to reading more from this author." Reader review, 5 stars "The Gilded Cage is a beautifully written novel that packs a punch…I have no hesitation in recommending this excellent novel." Reader review, 5 stars "I read it in a day and will be seeking out more of the author's work" Reader review, 5 stars

Marriage was what Charlotte had been brought up to. After all, it provided a happy ending for all the heroines in the novels she sometimes read. So it would be for her… right? 1915. Born into luxury, Charlotte Fitznorton has always known a life filled with lavish parties and a line of suitors, all part of a future neatly laid out for her by her father, Sir Lucien. She is to marry well and continue the line at Plas Norton, the family seat. When Eustace Chadwycke – son of a viscount – proposes just before leaving to fight in France, it seems Charlotte's destiny is perfectly falling into place. Then, tragedy strikes. Her father dies unexpectedly, and her future hangs in the balance – threatened by her hated stepmother Rosamund's surprise pregnancy. News of Eustace, returning from the war broken by its horrors, leaves Charlotte fearing her engagement may be as fragile as her inheritance. Determined to at least save her impending marriage, Charlotte pours her energy into turning Plas Norton into a healing place for Eustace and other war-weary soldiers. But small-minded townspeople, a bossy head nurse, and her newborn baby sister's arrival push Charlotte to her limits. Just as hope is slipping through her fingers, a mysterious stranger arrives at Plas Norton. This newcomer holds the power to upend everything Charlotte has fought to preserve. Will she have the strength to protect her legacy, or could this unexpected visitor awaken a desire in Charlotte for a different life altogether? A beautiful and heartbreaking historical novel, if you loved anything by Fiona Valpy or Lucinda Riley, this book is for you. What readers are saying about The Broken Vow: "What an absorbing and inspiring novel… The Broken Vow latched on to my heart from page one and squeezed out every emotion imaginable with its incredible character developments, fast-paced drama and nail-biting plot. The setting, of course, was unforgettable, too… Once I started The Broken Vow, I could not put it down… An absolute must read for 2024!" Reader review, 5 stars "This book is a real page-turner with vivid characters and a well-balanced plot… I was gripped by the change in Charlotte's character as she moves from the spoiled naïve heiress into a caring, knowledgeable young woman... The book is a highly recommended five-star triumph." Reader review, 5 stars "The Broken Vow is a beautiful, well-written historical novel featuring strong female characters who break the mold of what society, at that time, expected from them… The character development of Charlotte throughout the story was impressive and very enjoyable." Reader review, 5 stars "I loved this!... Even though this is a standalone novel. Charlotte is a complex figure and I liked the way her character developed across the two books. The Broken Vow is beautifully written." Reader review, 5 stars "A story with pain, war, and grief, but it told me so much more. It told of forgiveness and bravery. It told of love and redemption. It was a well-written and powerful story from start to finish." Reader review, 5 stars