The Dressmaker's Dowry: A Novel by Meredith Jaeger (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Dressmaker's Dowry by Meredith Jaeger "The story of two women: one an immigrant seamstress who disappears from San Franciscos gritty streets in 1876, and the other a young woman in present day who must delve into the secrets of her husbands wealthy family only to discover that she and the missing dressmaker might be connected in unexpected ways"--Amazon.com. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description For readers of Lucinda Riley, Sarah Jio, or Susan Meissner, this gripping historical debut novel tells the story of two women: one, an immigrant seamstress who disappears from San Franciscos gritty streets in 1876, and the other, a young woman in present day who must delve into the secrets of her husbands wealthy family only to discover that she and the missing dressmaker might be connected in unexpected ways.An exquisite ring, passed down through generations, connects two women who learn that love is a choice, and forgiveness is the key to freedom...San Francisco: 1876Immigrant dressmakers Hannelore Schaeffer and Margaret OBrien struggle to provide food for their siblings, while mending delicate clothing for the citys most affluent ladies. When wealthy Lucas Havensworth enters the shop, Hannas future is altered forever. With Margarets encouragement and the power of a borrowed green dress, Hanna dares to see herself as worthy of him. Then Margaret disappears, and Hanna turns to Lucas. Braving the gritty streets of the Barbary Coast and daring to enter the mansions of Nob Hill, Hanna stumbles upon Margarets fate, forcing her to make a devastating decision...one that will echo through the generations.San Francisco: Present DayIn her elegant Marina apartment overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, Sarah Havensworth struggles to complete the novel she quit her job for. Afraid to tell her husband of her writers block, Sarah is also hiding a darker secret—one that has haunted her for 14 years. Then a news headline from 1876 sparks inspiration: Missing Dressmakers Believed to be Murdered. Compelled to discover what happened to Hannelore and Margaret, Sarah returns to her roots as a journalist. Will her beautiful heirloom engagement ring uncover a connection to Hanna Schaeffer Back Cover An exquisite ring, passed down through generations, connects two women who learn that love is a choice and forgiveness is the key to freedom . . . In 1876, San Francisco is a city divided. Affluent ladies and gentlemen alight from carriages on their way to the opera, while rowdy sailors and saloon girls roam the dockside. And two young seamstresses, Hannelore and Margaret, repair beautiful dresses theyll never get the chance to wear. Then Margaret disappears, leaving Hanna to brave the gritty streets of the Barbary Coast in search of her friend. With the help of wealthy Lucas Havensworth, Hanna stumbles upon Margarets fate, forcing her to make a devastating decision that will echo through generations. With a tech boom rivaling the gold rush, present-day San Francisco remains a tale of two cities. When former journalist Sarah marries into the socially prominent Havensworth family, she strives to fit into a world of charity balls and luncheons. Struggling to finish her novel, she unearths an old newspaper headline: Missing Dressmakers Believed to Be Murdered. Inspired at last, Sarah becomes determined to learn the truth behind what happened to Hanna and Margaret . . . and discovers an unsettling connection to the missing women. Author Biography Meredith Jaeger has lived and travelled around the world, spending periods in the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Australia. She is a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, born and raised in Berkeley, California. A graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, Meredith holds a BA in Modern Literature. While working at a San Francisco startup, Meredith fulfilled a lifelong dream to write a novel, the result of which was The Dressmakers Dowry. Like the character Hannelore Schaeffer, Meredith is also the daughter of a European immigrant, who moved to California in search of a better life. Meredith lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and their English bulldog. Review "In this deliciously satisfying tale of love and resilience, Meredith Jaeger sweeps us into nineteenth century San Francisco, painting harrowing images of poverty alongside excesses of wealth, weaving a multi-generational novel impossible to put down." -- Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Life List and Sweet Forgiveness "Meredith Jaeger deftly intertwines two tales of love and loyalty and the vast lengths to which some will go to protect those they hold dear. A compelling debut novel that sent me racing to its final, revealing pages." -- Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of The Edge of Lost Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of The Edge of Lost Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of The Edge of Lost Kristina McMorris, Ne "Jaegers debut sends readers quickly and completely into San Franciscos history. Hanna, Margaret, and Sarah are the perfect storytellers, young women determined to find their place in the world. This gripping read is a satisfying exploration of the timeless nature of love and resilience." -- Booklist (starred review) "Jaeger weaves her mystery over two timelines, luring the reader into a riveting tale of intrigue and suspense. Blending the past and present together through strong descriptions and colorful, exciting characters, Jaeger creates an engrossing novel. Readers will be captivated by her voice, that of a good old-fashioned storyteller." -- RT Book Reviews Review Quote "In this deliciously satisfying tale of love and resilience, Meredith Jaeger sweeps us into nineteenth century San Francisco, painting harrowing images of poverty alongside excesses of wealth, weaving a multi-generational novel impossible to put down." Details ISBN0062469835 Author Meredith Jaeger ISBN-10 0062469835 ISBN-13 9780062469830 Format Paperback Short Title DRESSMAKERS DOWRY Language English Media Book Year 2017 Subtitle A Novel Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 384 Illustrations illustrations Imprint William Morrow Paperbacks Publication Date 2017-03-09 UK Release Date 2017-03-09 US Release Date 2017-03-09 Illustrator Diane deGroat Birth 1927 Death 1976 Affiliation University of Queensland Position Senior Lecturer Qualifications J.D. Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Alternative 9780062659729 DEWEY 813/.6 Audience General AU Release Date 2017-01-22 NZ Release Date 2017-01-29 Imprint US William Morrow Paperbacks Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168278410;

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