The Parish Waywarden

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Set in 1633, the story follows Robert Penny, a twice-widowed father who returns to his hometown in south-east Wiltshire with his son, Samuel. Struggling to provide for his family, Robert becomes the Parish Waywarden, inheriting the challenging task of maintaining the parish highways. His efforts take a dark turn when he discovers a young woman's body in a ditch, leading to a potential murder charge that threatens his quest to restore his family's reputation and regain their place in the church.