Lorelie L. (artgal36) reviewed on 8/27/2006 + 471 more book reviews

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Lilly Armbruster plans to drive the mills from Lowell...but her plans go terribly awry. With the extraordinary changes to society and families ushered in with the Industrial Revolution, the quaint countryside of Lilly's youth has been transformed, bringing to some great wealth and to others tragic loss. Forced to work in the mill as her only means of survival, Lilly is deeply resentful of the powerful mill owners she believes have stolen her father's farm and caused his premature death. Though intent on revenging herself, Lilly is torn when she discovers her one-time betrothed, Matthew Cheaver, is hand-in-glove with "the lords of the loom." With her heart conflicted and her ideals faltering, Lilly's values-and tenuous faith-will be put to the test. A unique portrayal of the drama, intrigue, and even romance to be found among the Mill Girls.

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