Monday, 12 January 2026

The Angel Maker (Hartford Manor Book 2) by Marcia Clayton



The Angel Maker
(Hartford Manor Book 2)
By Marcia Clayton


Publication Date: 12th December 2020
Publisher: Sunhillow Publishing
Page Length: 379
Genre: Historical Fiction

1884 North Devon, England

When carpenter, Fred Carter, finds a young woman in dire straits by the roadside, he takes her to the local inn where she gives birth to a daughter. Charlotte Mackie is an unmarried mother and has run away from home where she would have no sympathy from her strict parents. A few days later, Fred takes Charlotte to her aunt’s house and does not expect to see her again.

When their paths unexpectedly cross, Fred finds Charlotte is distraught as her aunt has arranged an adoption behind her back. Charlotte is desperate to find her baby, and Fred promises to help. However, they are unprepared for the sinister discoveries that lay before them. Set alongside the absorbing detail of country life and budding village romances, dark forces are at work, which ultimately test the bravery and resourcefulness of the whole community.

The Angel Maker is the sequel to The Mazzard Tree and the second novel in a compelling series that follows the lives and loves of the villagers of Hartford. A rare treat for lovers of historical fiction.

Praise

“The Angel Maker (Hartford Manor Book 2)” by Marcia Clayton is a captivating continuation of the Hartford Manor series. This novel beautifully explores the journeys of its characters as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of Victorian England. With rich descriptions and a compelling narrative, Clayton artfully integrates themes of hope, resilience, and familial bonds, making it a delightful read for fans of historical fiction. This instalment not only deepens the saga but also introduces new complexities and heart-warming moments that will resonate with readers. This book comes highly recommended.

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Marcia Clayton


A farmer’s daughter, Marcia Clayton, was born in North Devon, a rural and picturesque area in the far South West of England. When she left school, Marcia worked in a bank for several years until she married her husband, Bryan, and then stayed at home for a few years to care for her three sons, Stuart, Paul, and David. 

As the children grew older, Marcia worked as a Marie Curie nurse caring for the terminally ill and later for the local authority managing school transport. Now a grandmother, Marcia enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She is a keen researcher of family history, and this hobby inspired some of the characters in her books. Marcia and Bryan are keen gardeners and grow many of their own vegetables. 

An avid reader, Marcia can often be found with her nose in a book when she should be doing something else! Her favourite genres are historical fiction, romance, and crime books. Marcia has written five books in the historical family saga, “The Hartford Manor Series”, and is working on the sixth. Besides writing books, Marcia produces blogs to share with her readers in a monthly newsletter. 

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2 comments:

  1. You’ve definitely made me curious about The Angel Maker and Hartford Manor. I do love a good series!

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  2. I love rich historical fiction with engaging characters and emotional depth, so it’s definitely going on my TBR list! 📚✨ Can’t wait to dive into the story and see how everything unfolds.

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