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1767: Many wish for a better life in London’s underbelly…
1767: Many wish for a better life in London’s underbelly…
In the early hours of the morning, Sukey Maynard flees her home – a brothel in Covent Garden. Her maidenhood is about to be auctioned off to the highest bidder, and she is too frightened to stay. But when she is captured and returned to the house of fallen sisters, she has a choice to make – should she stay, or should she run again?
As Sukey accepts her fate, she begins to learn how to navigate this strange new life of hers, and soon realises that there are those who wish her and her sisters harm. But this world that operates in the shadows has its own set of rules, and if Sukey is to survive then she must learn to play the game …
London
Louise Hare paints London very well in every way from the streets, smells and houses to the old buildings and the atmosphere in general.
London in the 18th century was an interesting place – from apothecaries to the bustle of Fleet Street ) somethings never change!) and the famous Drury Lane then infamous where there are brothels involved.
You might want to read with a wet wipe to hand and a face mask on, it’s that realistic.
Destination/location: London Author/guide: Louise Hare Departure Time: 1765
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