The Baroness
Rachel’s upbringing was a contradiction. Aristocratic but impoverished, she was called ‘fleabag’ at school. Then came a deathbed confession.
Rachel Watkyn’s upbringing was a contradiction: aristocratic but impoverished. She was forced to memorise her father’s extensive family tree and was expected to behave as the 'perfect young baroness'. Despite their status the family didn't have clean clothes or heating and she was called ‘fleabag’ by other children at school. This left Rachel isolated, never knowing where she fitted in, and feeling not good enough.
Years later, when Rachel was in her 50s, her father became unwell and made a startling revelation on his deathbed.
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