
Rosamunde Pilcher
4 SeriesRosamunde Pilcher (1924-2019) was a British author renowned for her romance novels. Her breakthrough came with the 1987 novel "The Shell Seekers." She was married to Graham Hope Pilcher until his death in 2009 and was the mother of novelist Robin Pilcher.
In Rosamunde Pilcher's renowned novel, "The Shell Seekers," Penelope Keeling cherishes a valuable painting by her father, symbolizing her unconventional life. When the painting's worth is discovered, her adult children devise their own plans for it. However, Penelope remains steadfast, trusting her heart to guide her decision. The novel, which sold over 5 million copies, was later adapted into a stageplay by Terence Brady and Charlotte Bingham.