A Woman of Substance (Emma Harte Saga #1)
by Barbara Taylor Bradford
A Woman of Substance by Barbara Taylor Bradford holds a highly rated rating of 4.16 out of 5, based on 31.3K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 928 pages.
About A Woman of Substance
A celebration of an indomitable spirit, here is New York Times bestselling author Barbara Taylor Bradford's dazzling saga of a woman who dared to dream--and to triumph against all odds... In the brooding moors above a humble Yorkshire village stood Fairley Hall. There, Emma Harte, its oppressed but resourceful servant girl, acquired a shrewd determination. There, she honed her skills, discovered the meaning of treachery, learned to survive, to become a woman, and vowed to make her mark on the world.In the wake of tragedy she rose from poverty to magnificent wealth as the iron-willed force behind a thriving international enterprise. As one of the richest women in the world Emma Harte has almost everything she fought so hard to achieve--save for the dream of love, and for the passion of the one man she could never have. Through two marriages, two devastating wars, and generations of secrets, Emma's unparalleled success has come with a price. As greed, envy, and revenge consume those closest to her, the brilliant matriarch now finds herself poised to outwit her enemies, and to face the betrayals of the past with the same ingenious resolve that forged her empire.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Barbara Taylor Bradford |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 928 |
| Genres | Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Chick-lit, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.16 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 31,309 |
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What genre is A Woman of Substance?
A Woman of Substance is categorized as Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is A Woman of Substance worth reading?
Based on 31.3K reader ratings, A Woman of Substance has an average score of 4.16 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is A Woman of Substance?
A Woman of Substance has 928 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote A Woman of Substance?
A Woman of Substance was written by Barbara Taylor Bradford. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for A Woman of Substance?
The ISBN-13 for A Woman of Substance is 9780312353260.0.
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