A Woman of Courage Rita Bradshaw

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Survival means fighting back.

It’s 1890, and Josie Gray is an innocent and beautiful fifteen-year old when Adam McGuigan, the youngest son of a dangerous and influential crime family spots her singing in a Sunderland public house. Adam is handsome and charismatic, sweeping Josie off her feet with his beguiling lies and promises. He charms her into marrying him on her sixteenth birthday, but on her wedding night the fairy tale ends.

Josie finds herself trapped in a living nightmare and there’s no one to help her. Events spiral out of control, and when her life is put in danger she escapes with her baby son. Fleeing to a different country, Josie fights to make a good life for her child and then love beckons again.

But the McGuigan family’s power is far reaching. When the day of reckoning comes, can Josie survive it?

A Woman of Courage is a heartwarming saga by Rita Bradshaw, author of the bestselling Believing in Tomorrow.

“A Woman of Courage” by Rita Bradshaw is a poignant journey through the life of Josie Gray in the year 1890. Starting as an innocent and beautiful fifteen-year-old, Josie’s life takes an unexpected turn when she catches the eye of Adam McGuigan, the youngest son of a dangerous crime family.

The story unfolds as Josie is swept off her feet by Adam’s charm and promises, leading to a marriage that quickly turns into a nightmare on her sixteenth birthday. Bradshaw skillfully navigates the complexities of Josie’s struggles, portraying her escape with her baby son as a daring leap into the unknown.

The novel beautifully captures the essence of Josie’s resilience and determination as she fights to create a better life for her child. Bradshaw’s writing paints a vivid picture of the challenges Josie faces, drawing readers into a world of hardship and triumph.

As the McGuigan family’s influence looms over Josie’s life, the narrative explores themes of love, survival, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. The characters are intricately woven into the fabric of the story, with Josie’s transformation from innocence to courage at the forefront.

Rita Bradshaw’s storytelling prowess shines through in this historical novel, offering readers a captivating blend of romance, suspense, and the indomitable spirit of a woman facing life’s adversities. “A Woman of Courage” is a compelling read for those who appreciate richly crafted characters and the exploration of human resilience in the face of challenging circumstances.

Thank you so much to Chloe D at Pan Macmillian for my gifted copy. Unfortunately, my real life took me away from my fictional world. I am late with my review and send my apologies to Ms Bradshaw and Chloe.

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