The Maid of Sker
- First published
- 1887
- Reading level
- Plain English
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Maid of Sker" by R. D. Blackmore is a three-volume novel published in 1872. Set in late 18th-century Wales, the story follows an elderly fisherman who discovers a mysterious two-year-old girl washed ashore in a boat. As he watches over the child named Bardie, he becomes convinced his fortune is tied to hers. His quest to unravel her origins leads him to Devon, where he encounters suspicious characters holding secrets about missing heirs and family intrigue.
- Foundlings
- Wales
- Romance fiction
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #46156. The Maid of Sker on Wikipedia.
