The Stitch In Time: Or Ruthven Moore (1866)

The Stitch In Time: Or Ruthven Moore (1866) by Annie Webb is a historical novel set in the mid-19th century. The story follows the life of Ruthven Moore, a young woman who is forced to leave her home in Scotland and move to London to work as a seamstress. Despite the challenges she faces, Ruthven is determined to make a better life for herself and her family.As she navigates the world of high society fashion, Ruthven becomes embroiled in a web of secrets and lies. She discovers that her employer, Lady Caroline, is hiding a dark past and that her own family has secrets of their own. With the help of her friends and a handsome young doctor, Ruthven must uncover the truth and protect those she loves.The novel explores themes of class, gender, and the role of women in society. It also provides a vivid depiction of life in Victorian England, including the fashion industry, the social hierarchy, and the struggles faced by working-class women.Overall, The Stitch In Time: Or Ruthven Moore is a compelling historical novel that will appeal to fans of romance, mystery, and historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.