Gibbons, Stella
Nightingale Wood
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844085729
- author:
- Gibbons, Stella
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 127mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Nightingale Wood by Stella Gibbons is a sharp-edged romantic comedy that offers a fresh perspective on middle-class life. Published in 2009, this novel tells the story of Viola, a young widow struggling to find her place in the world after being left penniless. Viola's prospects are bleak, but she sees an opportunity for social advancement at the charity ball, where she hopes to catch the eye of Victor Spring, a local figure with a reputation for charm. However, things are not as they seem, and Viola soon finds herself navigating a complex web of relationships and motivations that threaten to upend her plans. With its witty dialogue and insightful portrayal of life in the early 20th century, Nightingale Wood is a compelling read for anyone interested in literary fiction or classic romance.