The Valley of Secrets Brian McClellan The old widow has taken

The old widow has taken to her bed

Weakened from a severe bout of fever

With a cast of enthralling characters both historical and fictional

From the bridge of HMS Gladiator

The Valley of Secrets Brian McClellan The old widow has taken*THIS ITEM IS NOT A TRUE FIRST. PLEASE SEE THE PB LISTING FOR TRUE FIRST* Abandoned as a baby, Stephen had nearly given up hope of ever finding his family. This epic adventure follows his change in fortunes as he receives an unexpected letter from a strange source and sets off on an unforgettable journey. From a drab room in London, where the rain confirms the greyness of his life, Stephen travels to a Cornish Valley; remote, exquisitely beautiful and