The White Lady

A Novel

By: Jacqueline Winspear

Narrated by: Orlagh Cassidy

Instant New York Times and National Bestseller

“A triumph. . . . Winspear creates in Elinor White (the ‘White Lady’), a complex, endearing, achingly flawed hero. This is both fast-paced and thoughtful, bold and nuanced, a thriller that is thrillingly human. I loved it.” —Louise Penny

The White Lady introduces yet another extraordinary heroine from Jacqueline Winspear, creator of the best-selling Maisie Dobbs series. This heart-stopping novel, set in Post WWII Britain in 1947, follows the coming of age and maturity of former wartime operative Elinor White—veteran of two wars, trained killer, protective of her anonymity—when she is drawn back into the world of menace she has been desperate to leave behind.

A reluctant ex-spy with demons of her own, Elinor finds herself facing down one of the most dangerous organized crime gangs in London, ultimately exposing corruption from Scotland Yard to the highest levels of government.

The private, quiet “Miss White"" as Elinor is known, lives in a village in rural Kent, England, and to her fellow villagers seems something of an enigma. Well she might, as Elinor occupies a ""grace and favor"" property, a rare privilege offered to faithful servants of the Crown for services to the nation. But the residents of Shacklehurst have no way of knowing how dangerous Elinor's war work had been, or that their mysterious neighbor is haunted by her past.

It will take Susie, the child of a young farmworker, Jim Mackie and his wife, Rose, to break through Miss White's icy demeanor—but Jim has something in common with Elinor. He, too, is desperate to escape his past. When the powerful Mackie crime family demands a return of their prodigal son for an important job, Elinor assumes the task of protecting her neighbors, especially the bright-eyed Susie. Yet in her quest to uncover the truth behind the family’s pursuit of Jim, Elinor unwittingly sets out on a treacherous path—yet it is one that leads to her freedom.

Captivating!

Another brilliant novel from Ms. Winspear. The white lady is a great character and the story is full of intrigue, action and heart.

Windspear & Cassidy - A winning combination

I love the ease of the stories, the weaving of history into the mix, and the excellent performance by Ms. Cassidy.

The White Lady, Another Winspear Treasure

Such a fine author is Jacqueline Winspear. I have read all of her books. Maisie Dobbs is my favorite. Hearing this novel read by Orlagh Cassidy makes it extra special.

Another Win for Ms. Winspear

I could have imagined Maisie Dobbs in Elinor's place, the moral struggles were similar. I felt the story was tight, always moving. I have read all of Ms. Winspear's novels and would be interested in continuing with this character if she chose to make her into a series. I always enjoy Ms. Cassidy's narration, she & Ms. Winspear just go together.

Unexpected Gem

Historical nonfiction at its best by a very good author and read by one of my favorite narrators. Accents always spot on. Locations and details well researched by author.