The Coal Miner’s Wife
- Author Lynette Rees
- Narrator Deryn Edwards
- Publisher Boldwood Books
- Publish Date 18 March 2026
- Run Time 8 hours and 45 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Family life fiction, Generational sagas, Historical fiction, Narrative theme: health and illness, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Social issues.
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What to expect
The BRAND NEW gripping and emotional historical saga novel from Lynette Rees. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Sheila Newberry.
All she wanted was a loving husband to provide for her…
South Wales, 1889 - As the wife of a coal miner, Elin Edwards is no stranger to poverty, but when her husband squanders their last few savings at the betting tables, Elin’s world begins to crumble.
Determined to pay off her husband’s debts, she finds herself making a deal with one of the worst sorts. The agreement is innocent, Elin’s baking services to reduce the money owed, but the minute she steps into Morgan Griffin’s pub, she fears trusting this man.
Drawn into a world of darkness and deceit, she learns there are other ways for a woman to earn a living – and seeing the dangers these poor girls face, Elin can’t help but feel protective.
For a violent brute walks the streets of Merthyr Tydfil, and he’s preying on the innocent women. But how far is Elin prepared to go to help them before she herself becomes a victim?
A gritty and courageous story of one woman’s determination to survive.
Praise for Lynette Rees:
'A Victorian saga that will definitely appeal to fans of Rosie Goodwin' Lizzie Lane
'...flows from the heart, and is rich in period detail. Another fabulously enjoyable read from Lynette Rees, I loved it.' Sheila Riley
'A gripping historical saga well worth reading!' AnneMarie Brear
'...a gripping tale of love prevailing despite hardship. Lynette Rees has done it again! Brilliant!' Mary Wood
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