The Wind from the Hills
by Jessica Stirling
A historical sequel to The Island Wife, set on the Isle of Mull in the nineteenth century. Sisters Biddy and Innis Campbell are both in love with the same man, Innis' husband, Michael. Michael, however, is infatuated with Biddy, a situation which makes for both romantic and sibling heartache.
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Publisher Description
An epic of love, greed and betrayal set on the beautiful, remote Isle of Mull . . . Innis and Biddy Campbell have married well - Innis to the handsome shepherd Michael Tarrant, Biddy to rich Austin Baverstock. But Biddy is now a widow, only too accustomed to keeping herself aloof from life and love while Innis, now the mother of three young children, has found that marriage is not the idyll she expected. Then into their lives, still sheltered from a changing world by Mull's very remoteness, come two men. For Biddy, happiness may have come last. But it is Innis who has the hardest choices to make.
Notes
A sequel to The Island Wife, Stirling's tale of nineteenth century Scottish family life on the isle of Mull. Innis Campbell is married to Michael Tarrant, but he remains infatuated with her sister, Biddy. Other titles from the author include The Hiring Fair and The Dark Pasture.
Author Biography
Born in Glasgow, Jessica Stirling is the author of many heartwarming novels, most of which have Scottish backgrounds. She has enjoyed a highly successful career since The Spoiled Earth was published in 1974.
Review
Jessica Stirling's high reputation is well deserved. - Manchester Evening NewsShe writes in bright colours with bold, confident strokes. - Glasgow HeraldJessica Stirling is one of Scotland's most prolific and best-loved authors. - Scottish Daily RecordOne of the best. - Bookseller
Promotional
The sequel to "The Island Wife" continues the poignant and compelling story of sisters Innis and Biddy - and the love triangle that threatens their happiness.
Prizes
Short-listed for Romantic Novel of the Year 1998 (UK)
Long Description
An epic of love, greed and betrayal set on the beautiful, remote Isle of Mull . . . Innis and Biddy Campbell have married well - Innis to the handsome shepherd Michael Tarrant, Biddy to rich Austin Baverstock. But Biddy is now a widow, only too accustomed to keeping herself aloof from life and love while Innis, now the mother of three young children, has found that marriage is not the idyll she expected. Then into their lives, still sheltered from a changing world by Mull's very remoteness, come two men. For Biddy, happiness may have come last. But it is Innis who has the hardest choices to make.
Review Quote
'She writes in bright colours with bold, confident strokes.'
Promotional "Headline"
The sequel to "The Island Wife" continues the poignant and compelling story of sisters Innis and Biddy - and the love triangle that threatens their happiness.
Description for Press or Other Media
Innis and Biddy Campbell have married well - Innis to the handsome shepherd Michael Tarrant, Biddy to rich Austin Baverstock. But Biddy is now a widow, only too accustomed to keeping herself aloof from life and love while Innis, now the mother of three young children, has found that marriage is not the idyll she expected. Then into their lives, still sheltered from a changing world by Mull's very remoteness, come two men. For Biddy, happiness may have come last. But it is Innis who has the hardest choices to make. Born in Glasgow, Jessica Stirling is the author of many heartwarming novels, most of which have Scottish backgrounds. She has enjoyed a highly successful career since The Spoiled Earth was published in 1974.
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