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Marilyn Freeman

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Born

in Oldham, The United Kingdom

Website

https://www.spellbrooktales.com

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Fiction, Historical Fiction, Biography

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Born in the industrial town of Oldham, England in 1946, Marilyn initially forged her path as an Industrial Chemist, delving into the intricacies of science. However, her story took a captivating turn when she partnered with her husband in a successful venture manufacturing high end toiletries.
After a fulfilling career in business, Marilyn found a new calling upon retirement. Driven by a deep-seated empathy, she transitioned into the realm of counselling, becoming a person-centred counsellor. Her compassionate nature led her to volunteer in bereavement counselling, offering solace and support to those navigating the difficult journey of loss.
In the later chapters of her life, Marilyn discovered a passion for storytelling. Four years ago, she Born in the industrial town of Oldham, England in 1946, Marilyn initially forged her path as an Industrial Chemist, delving into the intricacies of science. However, her story took a captivating turn when she partnered with her husband in a successful venture manufacturing high end toiletries.
After a fulfilling career in business, Marilyn found a new calling upon retirement. Driven by a deep-seated empathy, she transitioned into the realm of counselling, becoming a person-centred counsellor. Her compassionate nature led her to volunteer in bereavement counselling, offering solace and support to those navigating the difficult journey of loss.
In the later chapters of her life, Marilyn discovered a passion for storytelling. Four years ago, she embarked on a writing career that has seen the publication of four novels. Three of these novels belong to the captivating genre of family mystery and suspense, highlighting Marilyn's skill in crafting tales that grip the reader's imagination.
The latest addition to Marilyn's literary repertoire is a historical novel, a departure from the mysteries that defined her earlier works. This novel, rich in detail and steeped in the tapestry of history, draws inspiration from Marilyn's own ancestors. She weaves a narrative that explores the profound impact of seemingly inconsequential decisions, echoing through the corridors of time with sometimes tragic consequences.
Marilyn's fascination lies in the intricate dance of characters within her stories. She delves into the complexities of human relationships, unearthing the profound repercussions of choices that resonate through generations. In her writing, she skilfully navigates the twists and turns of familial ties, unravelling the mysteries of the human heart.
As Marilyn Freeman continues to add chapters to her life's story, her passion for storytelling remains undiminished. Through her novels, she invites readers to join her on a journey through time and emotion, where the threads of family, mystery, and suspense are expertly woven into a tapestry that captivates the imagination.
Meet Marilyn Freeman, a woman whose journey through life reads like the pages of a compelling novel. Born in the industrial town of Oldham, England in 1946, Marilyn initially forged her path as an Industrial Chemist, delving into the intricacies of science. However, her story took a captivating turn when she partnered with her husband in a successful venture manufacturing high end toiletries.
After a fulfilling career in business, Marilyn found a new calling upon retirement. Driven by a deep-seated empathy, she transitioned into the realm of counselling, becoming a person-centred counsellor. Her compassionate nature led her to volunteer in bereavement counselling, offering solace and support to those navigating the difficult journey of loss.
In the later chapters of her life, Marilyn discovered a passion for storytelling. Four years ago, she embarked on a writing career that has seen the publication of four novels. Three of these novels belong to the captivating genre of family mystery and suspense, highlighting Marilyn's skill in crafting tales that grip the reader's imagination.
The latest addition to Marilyn's literary repertoire is a historical novel, a departure from the mysteries that defined her earlier works. This novel, rich in detail and steeped in the tapestry of history, draws inspiration from Marilyn's own ancestors. She weaves a narrative that explores the profound impact of seemingly inconsequential decisions, echoing through the corridors of time with sometimes tragic consequences.
Marilyn's fascination lies in the intricate dance of characters within her stories. She delves into the complexities of human relationships, unearthing the profound repercussions of choices that resonate through generations. In her writing, she skilfully navigates the twists and turns ...more

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Average rating: 4.53 · 15 ratings · 8 reviews · 7 distinct works

	Love Ties: An Unbreakable Bond 4.75 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Karma: A Mystery in Paris 4.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Coalbrookdale; The Bangham Family Story 4.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	From Field to Furnace really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Secrets and Lives it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Poetry of My Life 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Riding the Tides: (The Bangham Family Story, #2) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2024	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Marilyn Freeman made a comment on Don't Dig Too Deep: The Truth is Down There — How do I add one of my published books " How do I add two of my published books to my dashboard? Don't Dig Too Deep: The Truth is Down There From Field to Furnace Please help, Marilyn Freeman ...more "
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Marilyn Freeman rated a book it was amazing Girl Eats Good: hearty, nourishing, stress free recipes (Girl Eats World) by Jo Kenny (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I hadn’t read past the Introduction to Jo Kenny’s latest cookery book, ‘Girl Eats Good’ before I was feeling inspired to start my own journey into healthier eating. Jo brings a passion to food and its presentation that motivates me to keep trying her ...more
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Marilyn Freeman rated a book really liked it From Field to Furnace by Marilyn Freeman (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Review by Barry James Freeman Having just read from Field to Furnace by Marilyn Freeman, I found it to be an interesting and well written saga of a family living through the turbulent years of the 18th Century, in and around the Severn Gorge. I was im ...more
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Marilyn Freeman rated a book it was amazing The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest Dilemma by Mustafa Suleyman	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
One of the most compelling books I have read in a long time. Suleyman, whose credentials in the field of AI are impeccable, takes a journey through the changing world of AI technology over the past decade and attempts to predict where the next one wi ...more
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