Rebecca's Promise (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frances R. Sterrett

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483273392 ISBN 13: 9780483273399

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A young teacher adrift in a glittering world finds hope, heart, and a mystery that could change her life.

Rebecca Mary Wy man, a girl who has never had much, tastes a life beyond her means when she visits a grand tea room with her wary cousin. The scene blends old-fashioned manners with bright, aching longing as she watches fashionable couples, hears stories of war heroes, and meets a cast of characters who seem to belong to another world. The moment holds both charm and questions as she wonders where she fits and what love might mean for her future.

Meanwhile, a hint of danger lingers around Riverside and Major Martingale, suggesting not all is as it seems. The narrative leans on friendship, loyalty, and the push-pull of romance as Rebecca Mary navigates social pressures, family ties, and a growing sense of self.

• Vivid social contrasts and a lush, early 20th-century setting.
• Meetings with a wartime hero, a charismatic suitor, and a supportive but cautious circle of relatives.
• A mix of warmth, humor, and a subtle undercurrent of mystery surrounding a government experiment.
• A coming‑of‑age journey as a young woman learns about love, choice, and belonging.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with romance, friendships, and a touch of intrigue.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483273392
• ISBN 13: 9780483273399
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 365