The Tea Planter's Wife – Dinah Jefferies

Dinah Jefferies | Mass Paperback, 2015

Set in 1920s Ceylon, The Tea Planter’s Wife tells the story of Gwen, a young Englishwoman who marries a wealthy tea plantation owner. As she adjusts to her new life, Gwen discovers secrets hidden in the lush hills — secrets that threaten her marriage, her family, and her sense of belonging. A sweeping tale of love, betrayal, and cultural divides, blending historical detail with emotional depth.

Perfect for fans of Kate Morton’s The House at Riverton, Santa Montefiore’s The French Gardener, and Jojo Moyes’s The Last Letter from Your Lover. Popular for its atmospheric colonial-era setting and themes of secrets within marriage. Viral quote: “The past has a way of seeping into the present.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ 3.9/5 from 40,000+ Goodreads readers — “Atmospheric and evocative — Jefferies captures colonial Ceylon beautifully.”

Pairs beautifully with The Silk Merchant’s Daughter and The Sapphire Widow for Dinah Jefferies collectors.

A mass paperback (2015) in Good condition — moderate wear, some page yellowing, all pages present.