THE DARTMOOR GIRL

A dramatic and poignant tale of one girl’s quest for the truth.

Originally published as Lily’s Journey.

Dartmoor, 1952. When fifteen-year-old Lily Hayes loses her mother, she finds herself at a crossroads: go to a children’s home or leave the bright lights of London to live with her estranged father in the wilds of Dartmoor. 

Lily moves from London to Dartmoor determined and excited to find out the truth about where she came from. 

Her dour father, Sidney, can be sullen and he has a temper on him. He seems to want nothing to do with her, but Lily vows to make the best of things. There are some things she is grateful for — especially the handsome and charming Edwin Franfield. 

As Sidney’s gruff manner gradually thaws, Lily learns a little more about her family’s history — and discovers that some secrets are better left untold. 

Will Lily discover her true identity and find happiness among the dramatic wilderness of Dartmoor, or will the past drive her back whence she came? 

Fans of Nadine Dorries, Rosie Goodwin, Dilly Court, Freda Lightfoot, Anna Jacobs, Rosie Clarke and Catherine Cookson will adore this haunting tale of young love, family secrets and self-discovery.

READERS LOVE THE DEVONSHIRE SAGA SERIES:

“Carefully researched and well presented.” Bestselling author Anna Jacobs

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Totally in love with this book! Highly recommend!” Sayury

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Crosse writes with passion . . . so well you can actually envisage yourself there.” Novelle Novels 

⭐⭐⭐⭐ “At first, I thought it was a standard love story. Then about halfway through it became so much more.” Mrs Gray

“A thumping good read, feels like living history.” Dorset Echo 

ALSO BY TANIA CROSSE

DEVONSHIRE SAGAS
Book 1: THE HARBOUR MASTER'S DAUGHTER 
Book 2: THE RIVER GIRL 
Book 3: THE GUNPOWDER GIRL 
Book 4: THE QUARRY GIRL 
Book 5: THE RAILWAY GIRL 
Book 6: THE WHEELWRIGHT GIRL 
Book 7: THE AMBULANCE GIRL 
Book 8: THE DARTMOOR GIRL 
Book 9: HOPE AT HOLLY COTTAGE