THE SCANDALOUS LIFE OF NANCY RANDOLPH

<p><strong>A compelling historical retelling of the first great scandal to shake America.</strong></p><p><strong><em>Victim? Temptress? Murderer?</em></strong></p><p><strong>October 1792</strong>. At Glentivar Plantation Virginia enslaved workers find the body of a white baby hidden amongst logs.</p><p>Judy and Richard Randolph along with Nancy Judy's eighteen year old sister are staying at the plantation. The Randolphs are one of America's most wealthy and influential families.</p><p>Screams were heard coming from Nancy's room during the night.</p><p>Gossip quickly spreads throughout Virginia society: Nancy Randolph had given birth to a child by Richard people whisper. Together they murdered the child to protect their reputation.</p><p>Richard is tried for murder and the sensational trial shakes the new American nation to its core.</p><p>The events of that night ripple down the years.</p><p><strong>Who was Nancy Randolph?</strong></p><p>A calculating seductress and murderer? Or an unwilling victim groomed and manipulated by her devious brother-in-law?</p><p><strong>In this retelling of one of America's greatest scandals Kate Braithwaite brings Nancy Randolph's extraordinary story to vivid and memorable life.</strong></p><p><strong>Perfect for fans of Kate Morton Emilia Hart Kristin Hannah Philippa Gregory Stephanie Dray and Stacey Halls</strong></p><p><strong>Readers love Kate Braithwaite</strong></p><p>��������������� '<strong>Braithwaite writes with elegance and conviction</strong> setting the scene of the era effortlessly. . . The rave reviews are testament to her talent. For her part the author is definitely one to watch!' Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� '<strong>This book kept me turning the pages</strong> and I was almost sad when it ended. It is so well written and (after I read the Author's notes at the back) I understood <strong>I was reading a real life story</strong>.' Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� '<strong>A beautifully crafted novel hard-hitting unsentimental and riveting</strong>.' Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� 'Such an amazing read!! <strong>Couldn't put it down' </strong>Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� '<strong>If you enjoy fiction based on lesser known characters in history</strong> you couldn't do better than read this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can <strong>highly recommend</strong> it.' Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� '<strong>Powerful writing</strong> and a great story.' Amazon Reviewer</p><p>��������������� '<strong>Immaculately researched and vividly imagined</strong> tale.' Amazon Reviewer</p>