The Redemption of Lydia Wickham

Review also posted on my blog

https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/2022/09/the-redemption-of-lydia-wickham-by-mj.html

Lydia Bennet had thought herself rather clever to elope with George Wickham. He was handsome, charming and looked dashing in his regimentals!

Unfortunately, Lydia Wickham finds that her husband is selfish, vicious and cruel.

She can't bring herself to admit the truth to her family, so writes with tales of balls, parties and new gowns.

She is forced by circumstances to grow up quickly, just to survive.

After four years, fate frees her from Wickham.

She is reconciled with most of her family, who are horrified with how she has suffered.

Her sisters and brothers-in-law are deeply impressed with the poised young woman she has become. If only her father did not declare her still one of the silliest girls in England.

What Lydia truly yearns for is a man who will love and respect her. Perhaps, she may be lucky!

I usually shy away from books about Lydia, as she is a truly annoying character.
However, this book is excellent. The account of Lydia's life with Wickham made me weep, she is so lost.

The mature Lydia is lovely and you desperately want a happy ending for her.

I highly recommend this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.