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Set against the lush, mist-covered hills of 1905 Assam, "The Tea Planter’s Daughter" is a sweeping historical epic of passion, sacrifice, and the search for belonging.
Sophie Robson has always felt at home in the vibrant landscapes of India, but her world is upended by a sudden family tragedy. Forced to leave the sun-drenched tea plantations for the gray, industrial streets of Tyneside, England, Sophie finds herself a fish out of water in a rigid society she no longer understands. As she struggles to adapt to her new life, she is haunted by the secrets of her past and a forbidden love that refuses to fade.
Janet MacLeod Trotter masterfully weaves a tale of a young woman caught between two worlds. From the opulent wealth of the British Raj to the grit of Edwardian England, this bestselling novel explores the enduring strength of the human spirit.
★★★★★ "This book goes up and down on a twisty road through the world of tea planters. But the author does make a real page turner with much historical detail. The author emerges as a real storyteller by the end of the book. Curiosity of the outcome will have you up all night to finish this wonderful book."
★★★★★ "This book was absolutely amazing. Starting out in India with Clarrie and Olive loving with their father on their family tea farm. Things were dire for them once their father passed. Forced to leave the home they loved and knew and go to England to live with relatives. Much heart ache and anguish over the years for both sisters. But would good fortune be theirs in the end? Could Clarrie find love and her dreams of a tea room ? Would Olive ever get used to the harshness of England? This is a must read for anyone who enjoys historical romance."
★★★★★ "A compelling story of two sisters that feels remarkably relatable to the modern day. After being left penniless, Olive and Clarisse must find their way back up the social ladder, starting as barmaids for their cousin and his spiteful wife. Their journey eventually leads them to a grand estate and a wealthy family, where their paths begin to diverge: Olive yearns for a home and children, while Clarisse dreams of opening her own tea room. Just as they find their footing, WWI breaks out, leaving the reader wondering what will remain of their dreams. This is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a story of female resilience."
