KADY MONROE - AUTHOR

This book tells the story of Sally, a young woman living in the early 19th century. She is married to a brute of a man that bought her from the workhouse for a shilling. The novel starts with her about to give birth and being attacked by her husband. It certainly isn't for the faint-hearted, as it deals with subjects such as mental, physical and sexual abuse.  It also paints a bleak picture of poverty in the UK in the 1800's. 
I did like the character of Sally and felt for her plight. The author also did a great job of writing the antagonist as a cruel and selfish man.
Worth reading.