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1	Jane Eyre more books like this by Charlotte Bronte add to wishlist Charlotte Brontë's first novel, published in 1847, was based in part on the author's own days in a brutal boarding school where two of her sisters died of tuberculosis; her characterization of the place in her first published work was an act of revenge. The novel's heroine is a plain, impoverished, but spirited young governess who not only wins ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Turn of the Screw more books like this by Henry James add to wishlist In THE TURN OF THE SCREW, an innocent, impressionable young governess takes over the education of two delightful children, Flora and Miles, at an isolated country estate. She becomes convinced that the children's former governess and a valet once employed on the estate--both now dead--have returned and are trying to gain control of the children's ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Nine Coaches Waiting more books like this by Mary Stewart add to wishlist After a rather drab existence in an English orphanage, Linda Martin is appointed governess to the nine-year-old owner of the Chateau Valmy in the French Alps. During little Philippe's minority, the estates are being managed by his crippled uncle Leon, and Leon's handsome son Raoul. All seems delightful, but there are tensions below the smooth ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.95! \| SVS
4	Rules of Surrender more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist Lord Wynter Ruskin has no desire to learn manners from England's most proper governess. He has glimpsed an uninhibited beauty hiding beneath her prim exterior, and he'd much rather instruct her in the ways of love. When ardor erupts between them, Lady Charlotte learns the pleasures of desire and Wynter the passions of the heart. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.24! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Secret Pearl more books like this by Mary Balogh add to wishlist Unavailable for more than a decade, this classic romance from the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Slightly Dangerous" is the poignant tale of a destitute young gentlewoman and the wealthy duke who tries to help her. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.24! \| first editions \| SVS
6	An Affair to Remember more books like this by Karen Hawkins add to wishlist Anthony St. John, the Earl of Greyley, is saddled with five unruly orphans. And the only person who can deal with them is governess Anna Thraxton--the only woman Anthony can't abide. She's too outspoken, too opinionated--and far too beautiful. Anna knew the job would be tough, but the children aren't the problem--it's the arrogant Anthony, who ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.89! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Rules of Attraction more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist Having sold her governess school, Hannah Setterington agrees to act as companion to the aunt of Lord Raeburn. But Hannah never dreams the handsome stranger turns out to be no stranger at all. Dougald Pippard devised an elaborate ruse to lure Hannah back into his life. But when passion flares up once again, he is willing to forego his plan for ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.90! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Agnes Grey more books like this by Anne Bronte add to wishlist This roman-a-clef is a semi-autobiographical depiction of Anne Bronte's life as a governess. In the novel, Agnes, a rector's daughter--like Anne and her sisters, Charlotte and Emily--describes the spoiled children of the Bloomfield family. The outcome of the story, however, bears little resemblance to the author's own experience. Agnes marries the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
9	In My Wildest Dreams more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist Celeste has wished to marry Ellery Throckmorton all her life, but the gardener's daughter had no chance of capturing the heart of England's wealthiest gentleman. However, the governess training she receives allows her to return to Blythe Hall, but instead of Ellery she meets his older brother, Garrick, who will not interfere in his brother's ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.73! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Rules of Engagement more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, plans to win back the queen's favor by hiring a sensible governess and adopting a grateful orphan for her to care for. He demands that the orphan and governess better his reputation without disturbing his social life. But the governess has a few rules of her own. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.32! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	My Fair Temptress more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist A secret agent and his "tutor" fall in love in this Victorian-era romance, part of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses series. Caroline Ritter was a celebrated London debutante until her attraction to a married man ruined her reputation. No longer considered marriageable, and in desperate need of money, she seeks to transform her one skill- ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Down to the Bonny Glen more books like this by Melissa Wiley add to wishlist In this third book of "The Martha Years" series, Martha is frustrated with her governess, Miss Norrie. She's much too nervous to handle Martha's high spirit. When she leaves and Martha thinks she's finally free, Miss Crow enters her life, and teaches her some things besides sewing and manners. Illustrations. 5 1/4 7 5/8. see all copies from $32.61! new only from $42.88! \| first editions
13	Jane Eyre more books like this by Emily Bronte add to wishlist In this work the plucky heroine is outwardly of plain appearance, but possesses an indomitable spirit, a sharp wit and great courage. She is forced to battle against the exigencies of a cruel guardian, a harsh employer and a rigid social order which circumscribes her life and position. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.86! \| first editions
14 view cover	An Unlikely Governess more books like this by Karen Ranney add to wishlist This passionate, emotionally intense gem from a "USA Today" bestselling author finds an impoverished young woman taking employment as a governess to a frightened, lonely child from a noble Scottish family--ignoring rumors of dark intrigues to do so. Original. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.99! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	My Favorite Bride more books like this by Christina Dodd add to wishlist Samantha Prendregast goes to Devil's Fell as governess to six feisty little girls--and she carries with her a devastating secret. Her employer, the widowed Colonel Gregory, falls promptly in love with her, against all his better instincts, and even begins to think about marriage. But what is the secret behind Samantha's flashing eyes? And will it ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	The Duke in Disguise more books like this by Gayle Callen add to wishlist In the second book of her Sisters of Willow Pond trilogy, "USA Today" bestselling author Callen introduces an enigmatic, faux-duke who enchants and seduces a sheltered governess. Original. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
17 view cover	Uncle Silas more books like this by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu add to wishlist To show his belief in his brother, Maud Ruthyn's father nominates him as her guardian, and leaves her entire fortune to her Uncle Silas if she should die under age. The orphaned 17-year-old Maud refuses to marry Silas's son, is imprisoned and avoids a murder attempt. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.51! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Uncle Silas a Tale of Bartram Haugh more books like this by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu add to wishlist This is one of the most significant and intriguing Gothic novels of the Victorian period and is enjoyed today as a modern psychological thriller. In "Uncle Silas" (1864) Le Fanu brought up to date Mrs Radcliffe's earlier tales of virtue imprisoned and menaced by unscrupulous schemers. The narrator, Maud Ruthyn, is a 17 year old orphan left in the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.82! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Bombay Anna: The Real Story and Remarkable Adventures of the King and I Governess more books like this by Susan Morgan add to wishlist If you thought you knew the story of Anna in "The King and I", think again. As this riveting biography shows, the real life of Anna Leonowens was far more fascinating than the beloved story of the Victorian governess who went to work for the King of Siam. To write this definitive account, Susan Morgan travelled around the globe and discovered new ... see all copies from $2.44! new only from $14.46! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Unicorn more books like this by Iris Murdoch add to wishlist When Marion Taylor takes a post as governess at Gaze Castle, a remote house upon a coast, she finds herself confronted with weird mysteries. Some crime or catastrophe in the past still keeps the house under a spell, whose magic also touches the neighbouring house of Riders, inhabited by a recluse. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.21! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Governess: The Lives and Times of the Real Jane Eyres more books like this by Ruth Brandon add to wishlist The rise and fall of the English governess, the domestic heroine who inspired Victorian literatures greatest authors including Jane Austen and the Bront sisters, is explored in this work that crafts a rare portrait of real women whose lives were in stark contrast to the romantic tales of their fictional counterparts. see all copies from $4.16! new only from $5.90! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Anna and the King more books like this by Margaret Landon add to wishlist The story of a young British woman, Anna Leonowens, who moves to Siam to teach the royal children and of her experiences with an arrogant king and the strange customs of her new home. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.61! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	A Very Unusual Governess more books like this by Sylvia Andrew add to wishlist Edward's bachelor existence is thrown into a spin when he is forced to look after his two orphaned nieces. Employing the right governess is vital. Miss Petrie has the girls' support. Lady Octavia Petrie is on the verge of confessing that Edward has mistaken her for someone else, but in a moment of sheer madness, she finds herself accepting the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.25! \| first editions
24 view cover	A Bucket of Ashes more books like this by P B Ryan add to wishlist Nells reputation as a model governess is threatened by a secret from her past--and the possibility that she might be carrying Will Hewitts child. But these problems pale with what she learns: that the body of her only remaining brother has been discovered--and that he was wanted for murder. Original. see all copies from $2.71! new only from $2.71!
25 view cover	White Mist more books like this by Jaclyn Reding add to wishlist A castle on a remote island in Scotland is the setting for this story about a enigmatic and beautiful woman named Nell who takes a job as governess to a viscount's daughter. The daughter has been silent since the day his wife disappeared--and Nell must never discover the reason her employer is estranged from his mute and lonely daughter. see all copies from $1.99!

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