Bibliograph

The latecomers, Helen Klein Ross

Type

Label

The latecomers, Helen Klein Ross

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 415-419)

Illustrations

genealogical tables

Index

no index present

Literary Form

novels

Main title

The latecomers

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1030766055

Responsibility statement

Helen Klein Ross

Summary

Forced to give up her baby for adoption after the death of her husband in 1908, an Irish teen takes a maid's job at a sprawling New England estate before a mysterious death reveals a five-generation secret1908. After her sweetheart dies of fever during the crossing from Ireland, sixteen-year-old Bridey gives up their baby for adoption. She takes a position as maid for the Hollingsworth family, caring for the children as if they were her own. Over the decades, the secrets of Bridey's past haunt the family. In the present day, a connection is made that brings these dark ghost stories into the light. -- adapted from jacket

Target audience

adult

Classification