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Mrs England

Stacey Halls
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Mrs England

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Stacey Halls

Mrs England

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yorkshire, England • 1900s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Stacey Halls' Mrs England follows a young nurse named Ruby May who becomes the caretaker for a wealthy family's children in 1904 West Yorkshire. As Ruby becomes immersed in the England household, she discovers unsettling truths and struggles with her own past, leading to significant personal and familial revelations.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

34,491 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stacey Halls' Mrs England is praised for its evocative historical setting and rich character development. Reviewers highlight Halls' ability to weave a compelling narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. Some critics note a slow pacing in parts, which may affect engagement for certain readers. Overall, the novel is recognized for its atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mrs England?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong female protagonists and a touch of mystery, akin to Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë, would appreciate Mrs England by Stacey Halls. Fans of rich, atmospheric settings and intricate plots, as seen in The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton, will find this novel compelling.

4.0

34,491 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yorkshire, England • 1900s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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