Tilly Trotter Author:Catherine Cookson Set amidts the bustling Tyneside towns of County Durham during the reign of the young Queen Victoria, this is the compelling story of a young girl living happily with her grandparents on the edge of the Sopwith estate. But hard times lie ahead for the slim and beautiful Matilda. Envied by women for her unusual beauty, lusted after by men, Tilly ... more »is accused of witchcraft, experiences the cruel drudgery of working in the local coal mines, and knows the heartache of a love that is not returned. Yet Tilly emerges as a courageous young girl with a strong instinct for survival.« less
I liked this book, as I like most books written by Cathrine Cookson. An enjoyable story about a young womans life, that takes place in a coal mining community in England during the time of Queen Victoria.