Sent by her father to stay with the Chadwycks, Catherine discovers literature, music and masquerades - elegant pastimes to remove the taint of new money. A reminder of all she owes to the family name, and the family business. But she is never far from the smell of hops and the arresting letters on the brewhouse wall - HAVISHAM. Handsome, imperious, she is the daughter of a wealthy brewer, and lives in luxury in Satis House. Catherine Havisham was born into privilege. But, as every girl growing up understood, her wedding day was the most significant she would know: a woman's crowning glory. How strange that such a consummately made garment should be worn for this one day only. There was a delicate tracery of gold foil on the back of the dress. HAVISHAM By Ronald Frame A compelling prelude to Great Expectations, telling the story of Miss Havisham's early life, before heartbreak comes to define her.
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