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    Brizecombe Hall
    Brizecombe Hall
    Brizecombe Hall
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    Brizecombe Hall

    By Catherine E. Chapman

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    ‘A young woman must value, above all else, her virtue.’

    Ann Rhys, daughter of a minister, is employed by Charles Brindley, the widowed Master of Brizecombe Hall, to be governess to his two children. Her initial feelings of apprehension regarding her employer are rapidly surpassed by other emotions that are new to Ann.

    Under Ann's influence, Mr Brindley takes a greater interest in his children's upbringing, but does his action imply that he sees her as more than a mere governess or does his heart truly belong to Cassandra, the wealthy young woman rumoured to be the future mistress of Brizecombe Hall?

    "This tugged on your emotions a lot and kept me interested through the end and the ending made me smile. I love when true love overcomes social standing," (5-star review, Barnes & Noble).

    "Very enjoyable short story with plenty of atmosphere. Shades of Jane Eyre. A good, escapist story that you can lose yourself in," (4-star review, Goodreads).

    "A really lovely read ... beautifully written ... very satisfying," (Apple UK Review).

    "Great book, great read; I recommend it to all," (5-star review, Apple Australia).

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCatherine E. Chapman
    Release dateJul 20, 2011
    ISBN9781466170810
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    Catherine E. Chapman

    I write women's fiction and historical and contemporary romance. My longer works have been described as accessible character fiction; they are often humorous.For tasters of my writing, five short stories are available to download for free from Smashwords & their retailers.Many thanks to all who have reviewed, recommended and rated my books; I really appreciate feedback from readers.My seven short historical romances, set in periods ranging from Medieval times to the Twentieth Century, are available, digitally and in print, in one volume, 'Collected Romances.' My full-length historical romances include 'Miss Millie's Groom,' a subtle romance set during the Great War, and 'The Knight's Falconess,' a sensual Medieval romance.'The Laird's Right-Hand Lady,' a contemporary romance set in the Scottish Highlands, and 'Art & Grace,' a novel set in Regency England, are amongst my most recent publications on Smashwords. Some of my books and stories are available as Audiobooks from Google Play and other retailers.

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      Brizecombe Hall - Catherine E. Chapman

      ~BRIZECOMBE HALL~

      By Catherine E. Chapman

      Published by Catherine E. Chapman at Smashwords

      Copyright 2011 Catherine E. Chapman

      Smashwords Edition, License Notes

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

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      Chapter 1

      You will come each day to instruct them.

      But not on the sabbath.

      Of course. Have you any objection to that arrangement?

      No Sir.

      We shall see you Monday week then – well, you shan’t see me; Mrs Travers will introduce you to your pupils.

      Very well, Sir.

      You may go.

      Ann Rhys was escorted from Mr Brindley’s study by Mrs Travers. They walked along the hall in silence, Ann still anxious from receiving her new master’s strict instructions. Don’t let the Master upset you, Mrs Travers said, once they were at the great door of the house. Be assured, his bark is worse than his bite, and she smiled.

      He says you will introduce me to Christina and John.

      And that I will do, Mrs Travers told Ann. They’re good children. You’ll not be unhappy here, Miss Rhys.

      Ann walked away from Brizecombe Hall, following the long, straight drive that rolled out before it. Partway along, she turned to survey the frontage of the grand house. She counted thirteen windows on the upper level alone. Casting her gaze to the ground floor, Ann was certain she saw a curtain twitch at the window of what must be Mr Brindley’s study, where she and he had conversed less than five minutes before.

      This was a world apart from the nearby village where Ann’s father was minister. When Mr Brindley had approached the Reverend Rhys, asking if he were willing to let Ann tutor his son and daughter, her

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