The Inheritance: 7 (Guernsey Novels)

A gorgeously intriguing storyHow close were Victor Hugo and his copyist?1862 Young widow Eugénie is left bereft when her husband dies suddenly and faces an uncertain future in Guernsey. A further tragedy brings her to the attention of Monsieur Victor Hugo living in exile on the island in his opulent house only yards away from Eugénies home. Their meeting changes her life and she becomes his copyist forming a strong friendship with both Hugo and his mistress Juliette Drouet.2012 Doctor Tess Le Prevost Guernsey-born though now living in Exeter is shocked to inherit her Great-Aunts house on the island. As a child she was entranced by Doriss tales of their ancestor Eugénie whose house this once was and who according to family myth was particularly close to Hugo. Was he the real father of her child? Tess is keen to find out and returning to the island presents her with the ideal opportunity.Will she discover the truth about Eugénie and Hugo? A surprise find may hold the answer as Tess embraces new challenges which test her strength - and her heart.Book ReviewA gorgeously intriguing story set in a beautiful location.I completely identified with contemporary heroine Tess and Victorian heroine Eugénie who both became real for me. I was sorry to part company with them both.Margaret James Author of The Final Reckoning.