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73 Dove Street

By Julie Owen Moylan
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73 Dove Street is a gripping historical fiction novel that delves into the intertwined lives of its characters amidst a backdrop of secrets and discoveries. Set in a compelling historical period, the story captures personal dramas and societal changes, revealing how past and present collide in unexpected ways. It's a tale of intrigue, identity, and the complexities of human relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories of intricate personal relationships set against a richly detailed historical backdrop. Julie Owen Moylan's tale intricately weaves themes of mystery, secrets, and the nuances of a past era, offering a compelling dive into the lives of its vividly portrayed characters. Fans of historical fiction will appreciate the atmospheric detail and emotional depth that drive the narrative.

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73 Dove Street

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Soho, London, 1958. Three women. One boarding house. A secret that could shatter everything.

One wet afternoon in 1954, after a whirlwind romance, Edie Fletcher married Frank Budd in a South London registry office. With a spool of blue ribbon tied around her bouquet, she promised to love, honour, and obey him—for better, or worse.

Two years later, Edie arrives alone at 73 Dove Street, a West London boarding house run by the formidable Phyllis Collier. Exhausted, nervous, and carrying nothing but a cardboard suitcase, she seeks solace away from her past.

Phyllis' other lodger, Tommie, keeps herself to herself. But when Tommie discovers a secret from Edie and Frank's marriage, she's faced with a choice. Will she turn the other way? Or help set Edie free?

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73 Dove Street by Julie Owen Moylan is praised as a vivid and evocative historical fiction set in 1950s London, focusing on the complex lives and struggles of three working-class women. The novel has been commended for its rich sense of time and place, with many reviewers highlighting the author's ability to bring post-war London to life and create compelling, emotionally resonant characters. It is described as immersive, atmospheric, and ultimately uplifting, with a striking portrayal of female friendship and societal change.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241508046

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Michael Joseph Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Julie Owen Moylan is the author of three novels- That Green Eyed Girl, 73 Dove Street and Circus of Mirrors. Her debut novel That Green Eyed Girl was a Waterstones' Welsh Book of the Month and the official runner up for the prestigious Paul Torday Memorial Prize. It was also shortlisted for Best Debut at the Fingerprint Awards and featured at the Hay Festival as one of its 'Ten at Ten'. 73 Dove Street was a Waterstones' Books of 2023 and a Daily Mail Historical Fiction Book of the Year. As a filmmaker Julie won the Celtic Media Award for her graduation film \"BabyCakes\" before going on to win Best Short Film at the Swansea Film Festival. Her writing and short stories have appeared in a variety of publications including Sunday Express, The Independent, New Welsh Review and Good Housekeeping. She has a Masters in Filmmaking and an additional qualification in Creative Writing & English Literature. Julie is an alumna of the Faber Academy. Julie can be found on Instagram- @JulieOwenMoylan and her website- JulieOwenMoylan.com

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