Frenchman's Creek
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4.4 • 24 Ratings
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- $10.99
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- $10.99
Publisher Description
This "highly personalized adventure, ultra-romantic" story from the author of Rebecca tells the tale of a woman looking for adventure, only to find it in the arms a rebellious criminal (New York Times). Bored and restless in London's Restoration Court, Lady Dona escapes into the British countryside with her restlessness and thirst for adventure as her only guides. Eventually Dona lands in remote Navron, looking for peace of mind in its solitary woods and hidden creeks. She finds the passion her spirit craves in the love of a daring French pirate who is being hunted by all of Cornwall. Together, they embark upon a quest rife with danger and glory, one which bestows upon Dona the ultimate choice: sacrifice her lover to certain death or risk her own life to save him.
Customer Reviews
FRENCHMAN'S CREEK
4+ Stars. Daphne du Maurier brings her true love of boating and the sea to life in this most enjoyable 17th century atmospheric tale of swashbuckling fun.
The excitement begins soon after Lady Dona leaves London society....and her (foolish) baronet husband.....for their country home and a much needed respite away from everyday boredom and loveless marriage.
With two children, and nanny in tow, Dona is finally free to avail herself of sun and solace with long walks in the woods and thoughts of a younger self in a time long past when an unexpected encounter.... with a notorious and most appealing pirate.... give her life new meaning.
FRENCHMAN'S CREEK is an intriguing adventure story with dangerous escapades and just the right touch of emotion and romance amidst great characters......and no, it's not My Cousin Rachel or Rebecca, but it's still a dam entertaining read!