The Wilderling

Rochford Trilogy #2

by Claire Lorrimer

Lucienne Rochford marries Count Alexis Zemski, who knows about and accepts her past, but she must face the harsh sacrifices her family will have to make as World War I begins

Genres: Historical Fiction, Historical, Historical Romance

320 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published April 1, 1982

About the author

Claire Lorrimer began writing at the age of ten, encouraged by her mother who was the author Denise Robins. Her post as a sub editor on a woman's magazine gave her a close insight into the world of publishing, but it was during the Second World War that her writing career became established. She subsequently turned to historical fiction. These novels on an epic scale feature the lives of passionate and striking heroines set against a strongly drawn historical background, often highlighting the situation of women. Claire Lorrimer lives in rural Kent, and is currently busy writing her latest historical novel.

Reviews

[Sandi *~The Pirate Wench~* · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well..definitely not as good as the first book..at least for me.
Took forever to get the plot/story where it needed to go, and rather dragged.
I was also on and off the fence with Willow's daughter "Lucy."
Her introduction into the story showed her character as spiteful, unforgiving, childish and most of all revengeful without really knowing what happened.
Mother /daughter reunion and clearing up these facts took forever!
Maybe the 3rd book with Willow's niece's story will redeem all the misunderstandings?
And the characters will have grown and be more likeable?
Sometimes I have learned..it's best to leave off on book one..and make up your own ending :/

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although born into the British aristocracy, the Honourable Sophia Lucienne Rochford was raised in obscurity first in a French convent and then a Parisian brothel. At sixteen, she is restored to her rightful place as the daughter of the Rochford family, but a devastating betrayal by her father fires her determination to seek wealth and independence at any cost. Ignoring the existence of love, Lucy succeeds in her aim, but makes many tragic mistakes before she comes to terms with her true self. Earthy, cruel and beautifully told, this is the gripping sequel to The Chatelaine.

[Julie · Rating 1 out of 5]

did not enjoy

[Tamryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will lose yourself in her writing, excellent!