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Nine Coaches Waiting

Mary Stewart
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Nine Coaches Waiting

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Mary Stewart

Nine Coaches Waiting

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Savoy, France • 1950s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

800L

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Super Short Summary

In Nine Coaches Waiting, a young woman named Linda Martin becomes a governess in a French chateau. She navigates the complex dynamics and hidden secrets of the Valmy family while protecting her charge, Philippe. Set against a backdrop of mystery and intrigue, Linda must face danger and uncover the truth to ensure Philippe's safety.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Romantic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

21,514 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart is praised for its atmospheric setting and engaging suspense, transporting readers to a gothic world filled with mystery. The protagonist's depth and the romantic elements add charm, though some critics note predictable plot twists. Overall, it remains a captivating read for fans of romantic suspense.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nine Coaches Waiting?

Fans of suspenseful, gothic romance will relish Nine Coaches Waiting by Mary Stewart. Readers who enjoyed Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca or Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre will appreciate Stewart's atmospheric storytelling, strong heroine, and intricate plot set in an evocative French château.

4.3

21,514 ratings

78%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Savoy, France • 1950s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

800L

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