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Dear Fred

Oct 7, 2024 12:17 AM

Author:K M Peyton

Dear Fred

Set in the racing world of Newmarket in the 1880s, this is the story of Laura and her intense feelings for Fred Archer - the tall, slender young jockey who became one of the most famous men in Britain. Based around the true story of Fred Archer's short and tragic life, this is a moving and passionate story of first love.

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Genuine, imaginative retellings . . . Everything jumps to life in front of your eyes

—— Ted Hughes

The best ever rendering of the Greek myths in modern English

—— The Guardian

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