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Comment: In accordance with Wikipedia's Conflict of interest guideline, I disclose that I have a conflict of interest regarding the subject of this article. Colinjohndodds1 (talk) 20:20, 22 August 2026 (UTC)

Colin John Dodds

Colin John Dodds is a Scottish author, ^[1] The Lady of Hoy, Betty Corrigall. This adaptation was inspired by the poignant true story of Betty Corrigall, this moving story chronicles the life of a young woman navigating the tumultuous tides of tragedy,love and loss in the 1770s on the island of Hoy in Orkney. At just 27, Betty finds herself in the throes of a passionate romance with a whaler, leading to an unplanned pregnancy and abandonment. Stripped of support and facing the merciless judgement of society, Betty grapples with despair, leading to a tragic outcome that forever changes her fate. Denied burial on consecrated ground by the Lairds of Hoy and the Kirk due to her untimely death, she is laid to rest in an unmarked grave, her legacy fading into obscurity. This book unveils the struggles of a woman lost to history, revealing her indomitable spirit and the societal constraints that shaped her tragic tale. Join us in exploring Betty's journey, one of love, heartache, and the enduring quest for belonging.

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↑ Dodds, Colin John (24/04/2006). "The Lady of Hoy, Betty Corrigall". www.amazon.co.uk. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= and |year= / |date= mismatch (help)

[1] Dodds, Colin John (24/04/2006). "The Lady of Hoy, Betty Corrigall". www.amazon.co.uk. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= and |year= / |date= mismatch (help)

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