** "Cherry & Violet: A Tale of the Great Plague" by Anne Manning is a historical novel that follows the intertwined lives of Cherry and Violet amidst the chaos of the Great Plague and the English Civil War. Narrated by Cherry, the story begins in 17th-century London, portraying her family's life on London Bridge and introducing significant characters like her cousin Mark, who is in love with Violet. Early events, such as a fire and a double tide, hint at the coming devastation as relationships form and personal feelings intensify against the backdrop of historical upheaval, setting the scene for a story of love and endurance. **
Cherry & Violet: A Tale of the Great Plague
By Anne Manning
** As a deadly plague sweeps through London, two young women must navigate love, loss, and survival amidst the backdrop of historical chaos.
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About the AuthorAnne Manning was an English novelist. Born in London, she was an active writer, having 51 works to her credit. Though her writings were antiquated in style, they were considered to have some literary charm and a delicate historical imagination. Her best known novel features the young wife of the poet John Milton.
Anne Manning was an English novelist. Born in London, she was an active writer, having 51 works to her credit. Though her writings were antiquated in style, they were considered to have some literary charm and a delicate historical imagination. Her best known novel features the young wife of the poet John Milton.
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