The Little House
(Author) Philippa GregoryRuth Cleary and her husband, Patrick, live in Bristol, where she is a radio correspondent and he is an up-and-coming TV news reporter. Every Sunday Ruth and Patrick visit his parents at their 18th-century manor farmhouse - afternoons loved by Patrick and tolerated by Ruth. When Ruth discovers that she is pregnant, she is persauded by Patrick and his parents to abandon her career and move to "the little house" at the end of her in-laws' lane. Ruth is lonely, uncomfortable and bitter, as circumstances threaten to overwhelm her.
Philippa Gregory
Philippa Gregory is a British historical novelist known for her meticulously researched and vividly imagined portrayals of English history. She is best known for her acclaimed series "The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels," which includes titles such as "The Other Boleyn Girl" and "The White Queen." Gregory's writing style is characterized by richly detailed settings, complex characters, and gripping plotlines that bring history to life for readers. Her contributions to literature include shedding light on lesser-known historical figures and events, while also reimagining well-known stories in a fresh and engaging way. Gregory's work has had a significant impact on the historical fiction genre, inspiring a new generation of readers and writers to explore the past through the lens of fiction.
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