This Royal Breed - Softcover

Saxton, Judith

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749321865 ISBN 13: 9780749321864

Publisher: Mandarin, 1997

Synopsis

A SAGA OF A YOUNG GIRL'S STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL ON THE ISLAND OF JERSEY DURING THE NAZI SECOND WORLD WAR OCCUPATION. After the death of Rochelle Dubois's parents, she is adopted by their employer, Charles Laurient, and together she and Charles work to rear his treasured rare orchids. But when war breaks out, Rochelle is left to do her best for herself and her precious seedlings, for Charles is taken away by the Germans. The arrival of his son Laurie from America could be her salvation.

About this title

About the Author:

Judith Saxton was born and brought up in Norfolk and now lives in North Wales with her husband and family. She has always been keenly interested in country pursuits - the family owns cats, dogs and horses - and enjoys cooking and swimming. She has had over fifty books published, under several names.

Synopsis:

The young orphaned daughter of farm workers on the island of Jersey is adopted by her parents' employer, with whom she works to rear his treasured orchids. But then war breaks out, and he is taken away by the Nazis. An American on his way to the island will change everything.

About this edition

• Publisher: Mandarin
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0749321865
• ISBN 13: 9780749321864
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 576