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Her Heart for a Compass

By: Sarah Ferguson
Narrated by: Sarah Ferguson, Ell Potter
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Read by Sarah Ferguson and Ell Potter

From one of the most famous former members of the British royal family, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, cowritten with the acclaimed historical novelist, Marguerite Kaye—a mesmerizing novel of a young noblewoman’s coming-of-age that richly details both high society and low in Victorian England.

The second daughter of the Queen’s close friend, the Scottish Duke of Buccleuch, Lady Margaret Montagu Scott is expected to make an advantageous marriage. But Margaret is an impulsive and outspoken girl in a repressive society where women are, quite literally, caged in corsets and required to conform.

When Lady Margaret’s parents arrange a society marriage for her, she tries to reconcile herself to the match. But shortly before her betrothal is announced, Margaret flees, leaving her parents to explain her sudden absence to an opulent ballroom stuffed with two hundred distinguished guests.

Banished from polite society, Margaret throws herself into charitable work and finds strength in a circle of female friends like herself—women intent on breaking the mold, including Queen Victoria’s daughter Princess Louise. Margaret resolves to follow her heart—a journey of self-discovery that will take her to Ireland, America, and then back to Britain where she finds the life she was always meant to lead.

A bold and thoughtful story about a rebellious woman finding herself and her voice in an age of astounding technological change and great social unrest, Her Heart for a Compass is a delicious costume drama rich in atmosphere, history, and color that will thrill fans of Victoria and Bridgerton.

Includes a Q&A with Sarah Ferguson and her editor.

©2021 Sarah Ferguson (P)2021 HarperCollins Publishers
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Read it! You will love it!!!

This book was such and easy listen. It pulls you and keeps you wanting more. Bravo Sarah Ferguson, BRAVO!!!!

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Very entertaining read

Heartbreaking then supremely satisfying. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I look forward to reading another book by this author. It was very well written and gripped me from the start.

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Moving & Enjoyable

So wonderful to dive into this story. Loved that it was based on some historical truths! Enjoyed every moment.

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Well Done

It may have taken Fergie 18 years to create this book, but well done Duchess!

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Truly enjoyed every moment of this book

I fell in love with the characters, as brought to life by Sarah Ferguson. The writing is beautiful. Lady Margaret is a character I will never forget. The details made it easy to slip into the past through the pages. It is also a book I can give to young females. Which is getting rare to find.

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Keep Listening

I almost changed my mind 2 chapters in but decided to keep listening. The story turned out to be wonderful. The main character is so likely you can’t help but caught up in her life. The descriptions of her surroundings made you feel like you were there with her. Great story overall!

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Thank you, Duchess!

Oh, how I loved Her Heart for a Compass!!For as long as it was, I never regretted becoming sucked in by it! I truly hope The Duchess of York blesses us with another tome in the near future!

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I Didn’t Want It To End

What a lovely, gripping story! I always shy away from things written by celebrities but I’m so glad I gave this one a chance. The characters and story line were well developed. The narration was spot on!

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Cheers to Sarah

This was such a fun book to read and have audible to hear your voice tell this beautiful story. Thank you for sharing such a strong woman with morals.
What a great turn of events. my favorite part of Margaret s life was her compassion for the poor..

Love those historic years. Keep writing

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Worth a try

Great audio book. Beautifully told story. I enjoyed going on this adventure. I loved this historic details.

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