Synopsis
Since the death of her mother, young Beatrice Steel has been ruling the family home with an iron fist, and when her wealthy father dies she realizes that she will stop at nothing to retain control of Pine Hurst. 30,000 first printing.
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'Humour, toughness, resolution and generosity are Cookson virtues ... In the specialised world of women's popular fiction, Cookson has created her own territory.' (The Times)
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Set at the turn of the century, this is one of Catherine Cookson's most unusual novels, powerfully portraying a woman dangerously driven by desire and ambition.
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The OBSESSION: A Novel
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