Isabella
  • Published: 15 July 2011
  • ISBN: 9780099562252
  • Imprint: Arrow
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 320
  • RRP: $26.99

Isabella

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Based on truth, this first novel of romance and suspense tells the haunting love story of Fletcher Christian and Isabella Curwen and answers many of the mysteries that have always surrounded the mutiny on the Bounty.

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An epic 18th-century historical romance from the author of the celebrated Rebel Heiress

Fletcher Christian and Isabella Curwen are first cousins who grow up together in the Lake District; kindred spirits who, like Heathcliff and Cathy, are bound to fall in love. But Isabella is promised to another cousin, John, and Fletcher, dashing though he is, comes from the poor side of the family.

When Isabella, an only child and heir to the Curwen fortune, inherits and John becomes her guardian, he and her relations conspire to prevent her and Fletcher's union. Isabella marries John; Fletcher joins the Navy and later signs on for the Bounty voyage. And the rest, you might think, is history. In fact, it is only the first act in the drama of Fletcher and Isabella - for love cannot be denied forever.
  • Published: 15 July 2011
  • ISBN: 9780099562252
  • Imprint: Arrow
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 320
  • RRP: $26.99
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About the author

Fiona Mountain

Fiona Mountain was a press officer at BBC Radio 1 for ten years. She is the author of three previous novels, but only returned to writing after the birth of her four children. She lives in the Cotswolds with them and her husband, a musician. She is already working on her next novel, based on the life of Charles I's queen, Henrietta Maria.

Also by Fiona Mountain

Cavalier Queen
Lady of the Butterflies
Rebel Heiress
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Praise for Isabella

Fabulous plot based on a true story. First cousins Isabella Curwen and Fletcher Christian were forbidden to marry, despite their passion. He took part in the mutiny on the Bounty leaving her to guard their secret

Daily Mail

With this blend of history, romance and suspense, you'll find yourself swept away

Woman's Realm

Delightful debut novel ... an intriguing love story based on real life mysteries

Publishing News

Anybody interested in the Mutiny or just enjoying a good story will find plenty to please them here. This is a haunting story that lingers in the mind long after reading; the sure sign of a satisfying book

Historical Novels Review

Picture Mel Gibson on the streets of Workington and Cockermouth, starring in a new romantic blockbuster to rival Titanic

Cumberland News

Full of mystery, suspense, chilling legends, shifting mists, sombre bell peals and shadowy rowing boats, Fiona Mountain's novel is hard to put down and a fascinating read

Westmorland Gazette