The Weaver's Daughter

A Clean Regency Romance

By: Sarah E. Ladd

Narrated by: Jude Mason

Kate's loyalties bind her to the past. Henry's loyalties compel him to strive for a better future. In a landscape torn between tradition and vision, can two souls find the strength to overcome their preconceptions? Perfect for fans of North and South and Poldark, The Weaver's Daughter explores class tensions in this enemies-to-lovers, clean Regency romance.

Loyalty has been at the heart of the Dearborne family for as long as Kate can remember, but a war is brewing in their small village, one that has the power to rip families asunder--including her own. As misguided actions are brought to light, she learns how deep her father's pride and bitterness run, and she begins to wonder if her loyalty is well-placed.

Henry Stockton, heir to the Stockton fortune, returns home from three years at war hoping to find a refuge from his haunting memories. Determined to bury the past, he embraces his grandfather's goals to modernize his family's wool mill, regardless of the grumblings from the local weavers. When tragedy strikes shortly after his arrival, Henry must sort out the truth from suspicion if he is to protect his family's livelihood and legacy.

Henry has been warned about the Dearborne family. Kate, too, has been advised to stay far away from the Stocktons, but chance meetings continue to bring her to Henry's side, blurring the jagged lines between loyalty, justice, and truth. Kate ultimately finds herself with the powerful decision that will forever affect her village's future. As unlikely adversaries, Henry and Kate must come together to find a way to create peace for their families, and their village, and their souls--even if it means risking their hearts in the process.

For anyone who loves a clean, character-driven Regency romance wrapped in historical intrigue, The Weaver's Daughter is the kind of novel you’ll want to get lost in. Don't miss this poignant and powerful, stand-alone historical romance, where Pride and Prejudice meets Downton Abbey with a dash of gentle suspense and timeless charm.

Critic reviews

'A strong choice for fans of historical fiction, especially lovers of Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South. It will also appeal to admirers of Kristy Cambron and Tracie Peterson.'

'Ladd continues to write refreshing Regency romance with a spotlight on the working-class countryside life as opposed to the ballrooms and bustle of London. . . the Romeo-and-Juliet-esque romance between Kate and Henry is perfectly paced and dimensional. . .'

'Loyalty, love and forgiveness all have their place in this story, which is rich with historical detail. Readers will sympathize with the characters' inner struggles as they face the difficulties that come when a way of life must transform.'

NOT chick-lit. Great story, not so great narrator

This is a very good story about the war between weavers and mill owners during a transition period of industrialization. There were several subplots as well as the budding romance that requires the entire book to finally resolve itself. Well worth the credit and the time to listen.
The narrator reads very well but there were times when I couldn't tell which character was speaking in a two-way conversation between a man and a woman.
This is NOT chick lit. I enjoyed it very much.

Captivating

Sarah has a keen sense of detail. The story felt fresh and new. Just when I thought she’d forgotten something, leaving me questioning, the answers were woven in. Excellent! I couldn’t stop listening. Bravo to the reader, too.

Satisfying

Excellent narration. A Romeo and Juliet like story in Britain. Conflict between progress & tradition.

Fantastic!

The reader was amazing and the story incredible. I relished every chapter with its suspenseful plot and lovely writing. I think this is my new favorite!

lovely and intriguing. I love the time period .

the writer has researched weaving in the early 1800's and the jealously between mill workers and weavers. interesting.