Nine Coaches Waiting – Mary Stewart

Description

Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart is a suspenseful romantic thriller set in the stunning French Alps. Linda Martin, a young woman raised in an English orphanage, is appointed governess to Philippe, a nine-year-old boy living at the grand Chateau Valmy. Under the guardianship of his uncle Leon, who is crippled and unable to manage the estate fully, and Leon’s son Raoul, life seems peaceful. However, beneath the apparent calm lies an undercurrent of tension that soon escalates into terror.

When a bullet is fired in the beechwoods one afternoon, Linda finds herself caught in a dangerous web of secrets and intrigue. As she navigates the complexities of the château’s hidden threats, she must confront her growing feelings for Raoul and uncover the dark forces threatening the life of young Philippe. Nine Coaches Waiting is a compelling tale of love, danger, and suspense, set against the backdrop of the breathtaking Alps.