Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart
The novel is a suspenseful tale of a young Englishwoman who becomes a governess for a wealthy French family, only to find herself embroiled in danger and intrigue. Upon arriving at the grand estate, she is charmed by her nine-year-old charge and his enigmatic uncle, but soon uncovers a web of secrets that threatens the boy's life. As she navigates a world of deceit and hidden motives, she must use her wits and courage to protect her charge and unravel the mystery surrounding the family, all while confronting her own feelings of love and the haunting shadows of her past.
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- Published
- 1958
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 62nd on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)
- 125 Best Romance Books of All Time (Parade)
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