“- a Madonna and child - was famous. It had been in the family for over two hundred years, bought with some of the compensation the Miltons received after the Abolition of Slavery Act when they had to give up their plantation in the Caribbean (and you definitely didn't talk about THAT).”
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Death at the Sign of the Rook
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Kate Atkinson
Kate Atkinson is a celebrated British author, recognized for her crime novels and historical fiction. Born in 1951, she has garnered critical acclaim for her intricate plots and compelling characters. Atkinson's writing frequently delves into themes of morality, identity, and the passage of time. more
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