Midley - The Settlers

First in a series of four novellas set in Midley at different times.

Historical fiction

Overcoming adversity

Romance

Prejudice

Artist: Kean Farrelly from Dymchurch

Places: Lydd and Midley

11th century

In the 11th century a lonely isle lies low amongst the tidal waters of the Rother. It promises rich soil for the people of Lydd who wish to extend their ploughlands.

Each settler is chosen for their skills.

Join them to hear first-hand stories of their struggles and successes as they set up a new community on Middle Isle.

Each settler is picked for their capacity to live in harmony.

They don’t expect jealousy and betrayal within their Middle Isle family.