An Orphan's Journey

Name: An Orphan's Journey
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781838773526
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The new heartwarming saga from the Sunday Times bestselling author

By Rosie Goodwin

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Summary

An Orphan's Journey by Rosie Goodwin is a captivating tale set against a historical backdrop, following the life of young Rosie, an orphan striving to find her place in a world filled with challenges and adversity. Grieving her personal losses, she navigates through trials and triumphs, forging friendships and seeking hope. Amidst her quest for belonging, Rosie encounters love and discovers the strength within herself to shape her own destiny.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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An Orphan's Journey is described as "A vibrant page-turner with entrancing characters" by Margaret Dickinson and "Rosie writes such heartwarming sagas" by Lyn Andrews.

1874.

Growing up in extreme poverty in London, Pearl thinks life can get no worse. But when her parents discover there's yet another baby on the way, they have to tighten the belt even further. Pearl's mother decides to send her and her younger sister Eliza to the workhouse, where they are forced into a new life of hardship and struggle.

Pearl's hopes are raised when the workhouse offers the sisters a new life in Canada, and they board an orphan ship transporting unwanted children across the seas. Pearl hopes their luck has finally changed when she and Eliza are hired by the kindly Mrs Forbes to work in her grand house together. But when Pearl meets their mistress's bullying son Monty, he reveals he will stop at nothing to make her life a misery.

Will Pearl ever find the home she so craves?

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An Orphan's Journey by Rosie Goodwin is often praised for its engaging storytelling and evocative setting, bringing to life a tale of resilience and hope. Readers appreciate the strong character development, particularly of the protagonist, and the emotional depth that Goodwin injects into the journey from hardship to triumph. The book's mix of romance and drama captivates readers, leaving a lasting impression of inspiration and warmth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838773526

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 362g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Rosie Goodwin is the million copy bestselling author of more than thirty novels. She is the first author in the world to be allowed to follow three of Catherine Cookson's trilogies with her own sequels. Having worked in the social services sector for many years, then fostered a number of children, she is now a fulltime novelist. She is one of the top 50 most borrowed authors from UK libraries. Rosie lives in Nuneaton, the setting for many of her books, with her husband and their beloved dogs.

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