A woman's fight for identity, love, and survival in a world of shifting fortunes and enduring hope.

Delfina is an ethereal, romantic mystery set in 1920s rural England, with rich layers of forbidden love, betrayal and redemption. A must-read for fans of Barbara Taylor Bradford, Kate Atkinson and Stacey Halls.

In 1921, Delfina (Della) is out of her depth. Her seemingly idyllic childhood is blighted by an embittered mother who resents her daughter's opportunities in changing times.
Edward is a respected man from the village who falls in love with Della yet feels he may have led her astray. Freddie has been in love with her since school and betters himself before going on to marry her.
As both men become increasingly obsessed with Della, their infatuation makes her life a misery, plunging the silly, young girl into a world of regret.
Lost in the turmoil, Della seeks solitude and meets an enigmatic stranger living in a woodland cottage. Sometimes, someone appears when you need them most, and Della's companion is determined to help her relive the traumatic events and come to terms with her mistakes.
But time is running out for Della. Can the stranger succeed before the New Year is upon them? If not, it may well be too late.

What readers have said about Delfina:

*****
An intense tale of love and heartache, with a mix of many different emotions. Certainly, a book full of suspense with a great finish. Well worth a read.
*****
What an amazing story, full of intrigue, secrets and regrets. Unforgettable characters and an equally memorable story. A deep and meaningful ending, which will stay with me for a long time. Brilliantly written.
*****
Really enjoyed this book. It's a story about guilt and redemption; secrets and honesty, and ultimately about how we all have to leave the child within us behind as we grow up. That might sound a bit heavy but the characters and setting are so beautifully drawn, they are utterly real and authentic, and this makes it really accessible. There is an otherworldliness to this novel - no doubt inspiring the fairytale reference in the title - but don't be fooled, this is a novel of real substance that will keep you reading and wondering if the eponymous heroine has a fairytale ending.

Delfina is part of the Women of Old Yorkshire collection by Yorkshire-born author Jo Priestley; historical, romantic novels featuring relatable women, engaged in emotional journeys of self-discovery about love in all its many forms.

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• Literature & FictionGenre FictionFamily LifeMultigenerational
• Literature & FictionGenre FictionMetaphysical
• RomanceHistorical Romance20th Century

• Publication Date: August 11, 2023
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• Print Length: 217 Pages
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