β Scribed by Carr, Deborah
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A gripping historical novel inspired by Florence Boot, the woman behind the nationβs favourite chemist!
Jersey, 1885
On the beautiful island of Jersey, Florence Rowe lives a quiet life working in her fatherβs bookshop. Life for the Rowe family is good, but Florence canβt help yearning for moreβ¦
When Jesse Boot, the successful owner of Boots the chemist, arrives on the island, Florence is immediately captivated by his tales of life in a busy, bustling city on the mainland. For the first time ever, Florence imagines a life away from the constraints of Jersey society, of being someone more than just a shopgirl.
Until her parents reveal the shocking news they will refuse any marriage proposal from Mr Boot. Can Florence find a way to be with the man she loves and make a new life for herself?
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