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Reproduction of the original: One Maid’s Mischief by George Manville Fenn

An exclusive short story from the much-loved author Val Wood The truth could change the lives of all those around her . . . Ellen has worked as a servant girl since she was twelve – her mother had always taught her that she must earn her own keep until she finds someone to marry. After a year of back-breaking work, a chance encounter leads her to a new position as kitchen maid at Hart Holme Manor – the grandest estate around for miles. There, against the wishes of the household, she befriends the owners’ son, Christopher. If the true nature of their closeness were ever revealed it could not only jeopardise both Christopher and Ellen’s positions, but carry consequences that could affect the rest of their lives . . . If you enjoy books by Katie Flynn and Dilly Court, you'll love Val's heartwarming stories of triumph over adversity.

The forms of discipline range from physical abuse to intrusive regulations including restrictions on hair length and the prohibition of lipstick.

Anne Percy lived for her secret trysts with Robert, Viscount Langley, heir to a wealthy earldom and star of Queen Elizabeth's court.

Zhangsun Yu smiled in satisfaction, and the guard at the side quickly opened up the acupoint he had just opened. The assassin was lying on the ground covered in cold sweat. After panting for a while, he got up, "Your majesty, this little one knows everything and tells you everything ..." With human evidence, Big Sun Rui brought Noble Consort Liu into the prison. After Lu Qingxue and Li Fei found out, they were extremely happy. They also found out that Big Sun Rui was actually very fair.Three years later, Li Fei was once again doted upon by the Emperor, and Lu Qingxue became the Noble Consort."

Among the authors whose works are studied in 13 contributions are Ivy Compton-Burnett, E.M. Forster, Barbara Pym, May Sarton, Gail Godwin, Toni Morrison, Virginia Woolf. The theme is the cultural stereotyping of unmarried women and the evolution of that image. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR