The heartwarming new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Loving Family.
Sophie Ledger lives in reduced circumstances with her father in East London. Working as a typist in a dreary shipping office near the docks she dreams of a better future for herself. Fascinated by stories of ancient Egypt, she longs to join her father on one of his archaeological trips.
Despite the risks, she eventually persuades him to take her on his latest dig in the Valley of the Kings. And her life is changed forever.
The Beggar Maid
Author: Dilly Court