The Riverside Maid

Set in Victorian Yorkshire, this emotional installment in AnneMarie Brear’s Waterfront Women series follows Fliss Atkins, an orphan working at her uncle’s pub amid challenging family circumstances. When she encounters the adventurous Oscar Nolan, the possibility of a fresh start emerges, but life’s uncertainties and tragic events threaten her journey toward happiness. With themes of resilience and new beginnings, this compelling saga explores whether fortunes and dreams can truly lead to fulfillment.