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The Housekeeper's Promise

Written by: Evelyn Hood
Narrated by: Abbie Andrews
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THE QUEEN OF SCOTTISH SAGAS

An unforgettable historical story of love, loss, and resilience! Perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Catherine Cookson

One orphan’s courage could change everything

Step back in time to Paisley, Scotland 1828

Orphaned Elizabeth Cunningham is taken on as a companionto the lady of the Montgomery household at the age of fourteen.When the mistress dies, Elizabeth becomes housekeeper. and runs the fine household for domineering Rab Montgomery andhis sons Matthew and James, all who work for the family's shawl manufacturing business.

Elizabeth is only seventeen on the fateful day when overseas naval surgeon Adam Montgomery, Rab’s eldest son, briefly returns hometo his father’s house after the death of his fiancée in India. From that day, Elizabeth’s life is changed forever.

As tensions grow, family loyalties are tested as cholera sweeps through the town of Paisley and illness ravages those close to Elizabeth. Elizabeth’s position as housekeeper is under threat when Rab loses the respect of the town, and hard decisions have to be made about her future.

Can an orphaned young woman find her way in a time of social upheaval?

From Sunday Times bestselling author Evelyn Hood, the breathtaking finale to The Paisley Women saga.A story of optimism and finding a beacon of light and hope through the harsh times

Previously published in paperback as A Stranger to the Town

©2025 Evelyn Hood (P)2025 Boldwood Books
Genre Fiction Historical Historical Romance Sagas
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