Fair Barbarian
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The story unfolds in a tranquil English village during the 19th century. The arrival of an unexpected guest, a young niece, disrupts the quiet life of a spinster. As the two women navigate the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations, they embark on a transformative journey that challenges their preconceived notions and uncovers hidden depths of emotion.Book Details
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
England, United States
Frances Eliza Hodgson was born in Cheetham, Manchester, England. After her father died in 1853, when Frances was 3 years old, the family fell on straitened circumstances and in 1865 emigrated to the U...
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