The Weather Woman

A tale of love, identity, and extraordinary abilities

Sally Gardner author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:10th Nov '22

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A young woman in Regency England discovers her extraordinary ability to predict the weather, leading her on a journey of self-discovery in The Weather Woman.

In The Weather Woman, we meet Neva, a young girl whose life takes a tragic turn when her parents die in an unforeseen accident. Adopted by a quirky clock and automata maker, Neva discovers a remarkable ability: she can predict the weather. This extraordinary talent, however, comes with its own set of challenges. As she navigates a world filled with deception and danger, she must keep her gift hidden from those who would seek to exploit or destroy her.

Set against the backdrop of Regency England, where societal expectations confine women to the roles of wives and mothers, The Weather Woman explores the complexities of identity and the constraints placed on women during this period. Neva's journey is not just about survival; it’s about finding her place in a world that often dismisses her capabilities. With the help of her inventive adoptive father, she dons a male disguise, allowing her to defy conventions and pursue her passion for science.

As Neva grapples with her feelings for a charming young man, the tension between her true self and her adopted persona grows. The narrative weaves together elements of historical fiction and fantasy, creating a captivating tale of love, ambition, and the struggle for independence. The Weather Woman is a story of resilience and the quest for self-discovery in a world full of obstacles.

This is a fresh take on the Regency novel * Good Housekeeping *
A historical story with a refreshingly modern twist, The Weather Woman paints an intriguing portrait of life in the early 1800s * Heat *
Rich, bold and original * The Financial Times *
[A] beguiling tale of science and the supernatural * Mail on Sunday *
Full of life and colour... a delight * The Sunday Times *
This wonderful novel, set in 18th-century London, between the two great Frost Fairs on the frozen Thames, interweaves magic and science with the dreams of a young woman ahead of her time and in danger because of it -- Rosie de Courcy, publisher
PRAISE FOR SALLY GARDNER: 'Sally Gardner has a rare ability to build worlds that are rich, strange and totally unique to her... A story that will enthral you from beginning to end' Absolutely South East (and West). 'Readers who enjoy puzzles and problem-solving will love this absorbing, mysterious thriller... This riveting and original fantasy will compel you to keep turning just one more page until you find you haven't eaten, slept or moved from your seat for hours. Spectacular' BookTrust, on Invisible in a Bright Light. 'Rich and haunting historical fiction with a charismatic female lead' The Bookseller, on Invisible in a Bright Light. 'The prize-winning Gardner is [a] dab hand at literary world-creation' * Observer *

ISBN: 9781786695253

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464 pages