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Red Pottage

Red Pottage

Written by: Mary Cholmondeley
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 In Red Pottage, we delve into the complex lives of two friends, Rachel West and Hester Gresley. Rachel, a wealthy heiress, finds herself captivated by the indecisive Hugh Scarlett, a man recently freed from a scandalous affair with Lady Newhaven—an affair that has not gone unnoticed by her enraged husband. Meanwhile, Hester, a determined novelist, navigates her own challenges living with her brother, the self-important vicar of the quaint village of Warpington. This provocative novel sparked controversy upon its release, tackling themes of infidelity, womens emancipation, and offering a sharp critique of the clergy.Copyright Romance Stories Art Social Sciences
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    036 - Chapter 36
    Feb 9 2026
    In Red Pottage, we delve into the complex lives of two friends, Rachel West and Hester Gresley. Rachel, a wealthy heiress, finds herself captivated by the indecisive Hugh Scarlett, a man recently freed from a scandalous affair with Lady Newhaven—an affair that has not gone unnoticed by her enraged husband. Meanwhile, Hester, a determined novelist, navigates her own challenges living with her brother, the self-important vicar of the quaint village of Warpington. This provocative novel sparked controversy upon its release, tackling themes of infidelity, womens emancipation, and offering a sharp critique of the clergy.
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