Kirjahaku

This novella begins around 1970 at the LaRoches' farm in a small French-speaking village called Sainte Riviere hidden behind the hills above Lake Geneva, Switzerland. At seventeen, Ariane learns her true identity during a visit from a stranger. Her whole life, as she has known it, is turned upside down. Six years later, she graduates from the University of Geneva with a degree in archaeology. The prospect of helping her father and his team to possibly discover an important tomb is irresistible. She works at the Narhami excavation site in a deserted valley in Upper Egypt. The tomb turns out to be that of an unknown Egyptian princess who married a king from Nubia. During these months, Ariane not only finds ancient royal treasures but much more.

This novella begins around 1970 at the LaRoches' farm in a small French-speaking village called Sainte Riviere hidden behind the hills above Lake Geneva, Switzerland. At seventeen, Ariane learns her true identity during a visit from a stranger. Her whole life, as she has known it, is turned upside down. Six years later, she graduates from the University of Geneva with a degree in archaeology. The prospect of helping her father and his team to possibly discover an important tomb is irresistible. She works at the Narhami excavation site in a deserted valley in Upper Egypt. The tomb turns out to be that of an unknown Egyptian princess who married a king from Nubia. During these months, Ariane not only finds ancient royal treasures but much more.

Pamela, orphaned at six is sent to boarding school by her uncle. She experiences cruelty by her peers and teachers. She feels totally abandoned. She is convinced that there is a better way of teaching. By chance she discovers the Maria Montessori teaching method, enrolls at the academy and graduates as a teacher. A surprise inheritance from a stranger introduces Pamela to her future husband, Andrew. From her late mother Pamela inherits a school in India. During the couple's honeymoon they visit the school and meet unforseen challenges. During their travels within India Pamela meets a very special stranger who will change her life. A tragic telephone call interrupts Pamelas and Andrews honeymoon that results in an enormous adjustment for their lives.

Pamela, orphaned at six is sent to boarding school by her uncle. She experiences cruelty by her peers and teachers. She feels totally abandoned. She is convinced that there is a better way of teaching. By chance she discovers the Maria Montessori teaching method, enrolls at the academy and graduates as a teacher. A surprise inheritance from a stranger introduces Pamela to her future husband, Andrew. From her late mother Pamela inherits a school in India. During the couple's honeymoon they visit the school and meet unforseen challenges. During their travels within India Pamela meets a very special stranger who will change her life. A tragic telephone call interrupts Pamelas and Andrews honeymoon that results in an enormous adjustment for their lives.

In England, orphaned at six PAMELA is being torn from her Nanny and sent to boarding schools by her uncle. She feels awkward and abandoned. her peers and teachers are unkind to her. In spite of adversity Pamela concentrates on her studies. She decides to become a kind and understanding teacher. A scholarship to study the Maria Montessori Teaching Method is her reward. After graduation she receives a letter from the Mayor of the town. Andrew, the Mayor, gives her a letter from an unknown Lady. Pamela discovers that she has inherited a traditional English cottage. Andrew and Pamela connect. They meet often and fall in Love.An unpleasant surprise visit from her estranged uncle challenges Pamela character. She learns to forgive. At Christmas she discovers a letter from her late Mother. In it Pamela discovers that she has inherited her Mother's school in India.Meanwhile, Pamela and Andrew decide to marry. He introduces her to his family at Tarrington Abbey. She discovers that Andrew is the heir to a Lordship. The wedding gift is a trip to India They discover fascinating people and cities. In Udaipur an important revelation awaits Pamela. She learns of a secret relationship. After an exhausting tour through India, the couple withdraw on a houseboat to relax. An excursion to an island is suddenly interrupted by an urgent message from England. The couple must return home immediately A tearful family welcomes them. A long period of mourning turns into hope when a new heir is born

In England, orphaned at six PAMELA is being torn from her Nanny and sent to boarding schools by her uncle. She feels awkward and abandoned. her peers and teachers are unkind to her. In spite of adversity Pamela concentrates on her studies. She decides to become a kind and understanding teacher. A scholarship to study the Maria Montessori Teaching Method is her reward.After graduation she receives a letter from the Mayor of the town. Andrew, the Mayor, gives her a letter from an unknown Lady. Pamela discovers that she has inherited a traditional English cottage. Andrew and Pamela connect. They meet often and fall in Love.An unpleasant surprise visit from her estranged uncle challenges Pamela character. She learns to forgive. At Christmas she discovers a letter from her late Mother. In it Pamela discovers that she has inherited her Mother's school in India.Meanwhile, Pamela and Andrew decide to marry. He introduces her to his family at Tarrington Abbey. She discovers that Andrew is the heir to a Lordship. The wedding gift is a trip to India They discover fascinating people and cities. In Udaipur an important revelation awaits Pamela. She learns of a secret relationship. After an exhausting tour through India, the couple withdraw on a houseboat to relax. An excursion to an island is suddenly interrupted by an urgent message from England. The couple must return home immediately A tearful family welcomes them. A long period of mourning turns into hope when a new heir is born