Her Heart for a Compass
Her Heart for a Compass
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1860s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Her Heart for a Compass by Sarah Ferguson is a historical fiction novel that follows Lady Margaret Montagu Douglas Scott, a young woman navigating societal expectations in Victorian England. The story unfolds her journey toward self-discovery, individual aspirations, and personal freedom, against the backdrop of her aristocratic family and the constraints of the era.
Romantic
Inspirational
Emotional
Adventurous
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sarah Ferguson's Her Heart for a Compass weaves a Victorian-era tale with vivid historical detail and a strong sense of place. The story’s protagonist exudes independence, though some readers found her character development lacking depth. While praised for its authenticity and atmospheric settings, the narrative pace is occasionally critiqued as uneven.
Who Should Read Her Heart for a Compass?
A reader who enjoys Her Heart for a Compass by Sarah Ferguson likely appreciates historical romance with strong, independent heroines. Fans of Julian Fellowes' Belgravia or Philippa Gregory's novels will find the blend of societal norms and personal ambition appealing.
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1860s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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