Matthew Dennison

Second chances: The Marble Staircase, by Elizabeth Fair, reviewed

The world of ‘beauty, sunshine and happiness’ docile Charlotte knew in her youth seems long past. But memories of a former benefactor finally inspire her to assert herself

Elizabeth Fair 
issue 03 September 2022
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  • The Marble Staircase

    Elizabeth Fair

    Dean Street Press, pp. 210, £11

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