Rosie

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Rosie by Lesley Pearse is a compelling story set against the backdrop of World War II, following Rosie Parker, whose idyllic life is turned upside down by family betrayal. After enduring difficult circumstances, Rosie embarks on a journey to reclaim her life and assert her independence. The narrative weaves through themes of resilience, courage, and the quest for belonging.
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Rosie

Without a mother, Rosie is at the mercy of her father and thuggish brothers. Then one day a friend comes to the farm in the form of cockney housekeeper Heather Farley. But soon enough Heather vanishes, abandoning Rosie to her fate.

Her brutal, violent familywill be the death of her . . .
Without a mother, Rosie is at the mercy of her father and thuggish brothers. Then one day a friend comes to the farm in the form of cockney housekeeper Heather Farley.

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Lesley Pearse is one of Penguin's premium brand authors with total sales of 5 million copies worldwide.

Will Rosie ever escape from her brutal brothers?

As a child, Rosie Parker spent the war years battling her brutish half-brothers, Seth and Norman, on the farm under the less-than-watchful eye of her father, Cole. But when housekeeper Heather Farley arrives, Rosie finds a motherβ€”and a friendβ€”to look after her.

Several years later, Thomas Farley comes to find his sister. Rosie can only tell him that she disappeared in mysterious circumstances, abandoning her small son, Alan. Determined to get young Alan and Rosie out of the clutches of Cole and his sons, Thomas helps unearth a terrible truth about the family. A truth that forces Rosie away from the farm and out into a cruel world where she must somehow come to terms with her shocking past.

Is it possible that the man who brought ruin on her family might also bring happiness to Rosie?

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Rosie by Lesley Pearse is praised for its compelling storytelling and characters that deeply resonate with readers. It delivers an emotional, unforgettable narrative that has captivated audiences, garnering positive reviews from critics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141046013

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 January 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 458g

Pages: 672

About the Author

Lesley Pearse's novels have sold over ten million copies worldwide and include most recently Without a Trace, Survivor, Forgive Me and The Promise. Lesley lives near in Devon and has three daughters and three grandchildren.

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