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The Widow's Choice
1949, County Durham.
From the Shipyards of Sunderland to Lady of the Manor . . .
When Angie marries her sweetheart Quentin and moves into Cuthford Manor to begin their new life together, she feels like the luckiest woman in the world.
But Quentin falls victim to a tragic accident and Angie's life is left devastated. Now, along with the prospect of rebuilding her life, she is faced with an impossible choice that will have far-reaching consequences for herself and those she loves most.
Angie will need to draw on the help of her family, the community of Cuthford Manor and her old friends from the shipyards if she's to find happiness again.
From the Shipyards of Sunderland to Lady of the Manor . . .
When Angie marries her sweetheart Quentin and moves into Cuthford Manor to begin their new life together, she feels like the luckiest woman in the world.
But Quentin falls victim to a tragic accident and Angie's life is left devastated. Now, along with the prospect of rebuilding her life, she is faced with an impossible choice that will have far-reaching consequences for herself and those she loves most.
Angie will need to draw on the help of her family, the community of Cuthford Manor and her old friends from the shipyards if she's to find happiness again.
464 pages, Paperback
First published January 4, 2024
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Nancy Revell
23 books121 followersNancy Revell is the pseudonym of Amanda Revell Walton a writer and journalist that has worked for all the national newspapers, providing them with hard-hitting news stories and in-depth features. She has also worked for just about every woman's magazine in the country, writing amazing and inspirational true life stories. Nancy has recently relocated back to her home town of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, with her husband, Paul, and their English Bull Mastiff, Rosie. They live just a short walk away from the beautiful award-winning beaches of Roker and Seaburn, within a mile of where The Shipyard Girls series is set. The subject is close to Nancy's heart as she comes from a long line of shipbuilders, who were well-known in the area.
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October 24, 2023
An unforgettable story of choices.
Cuthford Manor, County Durham, 1949.
Angie Foxton-Clarke marriage to her darling Quentin leaves her a young widow and mother, when a terrible accident at the stables in the grounds, leaves her life about to change dramatically.
Her mother in law Evelyn who sees her as nothing more than a common welder woman after a wartime job at Thompsons Sunderland and a miners daughter, she is left alone to look after her daughter Connie and her brothers and sisters with the help of all the staff and her friends, could she stay and run Cuthford Manor? Whatever she decides for all their future is down to her will she make the right decisions?
This book takes us into a truly amazing strong willed woman's life coping with the ups, as well as the downs with a few hidden cobwebs.
I absolutely loved this book and so didn't want it to end, It's such a good start to more in the series of shipyard girls of Sunderland, and what life after the war takes them onto their next journey in their lives ahead.
remarkable story, touching and unputdownable from the start to the end. 5 stars.
Cuthford Manor, County Durham, 1949.
Angie Foxton-Clarke marriage to her darling Quentin leaves her a young widow and mother, when a terrible accident at the stables in the grounds, leaves her life about to change dramatically.
Her mother in law Evelyn who sees her as nothing more than a common welder woman after a wartime job at Thompsons Sunderland and a miners daughter, she is left alone to look after her daughter Connie and her brothers and sisters with the help of all the staff and her friends, could she stay and run Cuthford Manor? Whatever she decides for all their future is down to her will she make the right decisions?
This book takes us into a truly amazing strong willed woman's life coping with the ups, as well as the downs with a few hidden cobwebs.
I absolutely loved this book and so didn't want it to end, It's such a good start to more in the series of shipyard girls of Sunderland, and what life after the war takes them onto their next journey in their lives ahead.
remarkable story, touching and unputdownable from the start to the end. 5 stars.
January 15, 2024
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Thank you Team Tandem & Century Books for my copy of The Widow’s Choice.
I have not read any other books by Nancy Rivell & was not sure what to expect other than it being Historical Fiction. Nancy is the author of the Shipyard Girls series and although this is a stand alone, there are many references to the characters from the series so it’s probably helpful to have read them.
I was really impressed by the research the author had obviously done & also learned quite a lot about the Polish side of the war. I also loved the setting and descriptions of the County Durham countryside of which we hear little of in fiction. The characters were all very believable- I particularly loved Lloyd & Evelyn. Or should I say, I loved to hate Evelyn!
In all honesty this was not really my type of read but I can appreciate that the author is obviously a very good story teller and her Shipyard Girls fans will absolutely love this new stand alone.
Thank you Team Tandem & Century Books for my copy of The Widow’s Choice.
I have not read any other books by Nancy Rivell & was not sure what to expect other than it being Historical Fiction. Nancy is the author of the Shipyard Girls series and although this is a stand alone, there are many references to the characters from the series so it’s probably helpful to have read them.
I was really impressed by the research the author had obviously done & also learned quite a lot about the Polish side of the war. I also loved the setting and descriptions of the County Durham countryside of which we hear little of in fiction. The characters were all very believable- I particularly loved Lloyd & Evelyn. Or should I say, I loved to hate Evelyn!
In all honesty this was not really my type of read but I can appreciate that the author is obviously a very good story teller and her Shipyard Girls fans will absolutely love this new stand alone.
December 18, 2023
A well written enjoyable book.
Angie lives with her husband Quentin and their daughter, she also has her brothers and sisters living there as she has brought them up. A tragedy befalls the family. Angie’s Mother in law feels she should be the owner of the manor they all live in. We see how Angie copes with the financial difficulties in running a manor. Will Angie overcome adversity only time will tell.
You can read this book stand alone as I have not read the Shipyard series by the same author. I found the characters interesting and worked well together.
Would certainly recommend this book it was very engaging.
Angie lives with her husband Quentin and their daughter, she also has her brothers and sisters living there as she has brought them up. A tragedy befalls the family. Angie’s Mother in law feels she should be the owner of the manor they all live in. We see how Angie copes with the financial difficulties in running a manor. Will Angie overcome adversity only time will tell.
You can read this book stand alone as I have not read the Shipyard series by the same author. I found the characters interesting and worked well together.
Would certainly recommend this book it was very engaging.
September 23, 2024
An enjoyable read, part of a series but works as a standalone novel. Well researched and believable, relatable characters.
January 15, 2024
The Widow’s Choice is the eagerly-awaited new saga from the much-loved author of The Shipyard Girls series: Nancy Revell.
Angie couldn’t believe her luck when she married her beloved Quentin. After all the worry and uncertainty of the Second World War, Angie and Quentin could finally look to the future and to a lifetime of marital bliss together. Moving to the majestic Cuthford Manor is a dream come true for Angie, who had done her bit for the war effort by toiling away at the shipyards of Sunderland. However, just when she had started to become hopeful and optimistic about her life with Quentin, tragedy strikes and Angie is devastated, heartbroken and all on her own.
Angie’s happiness had been snatched away just when it had been within her reach. Forced to start over again, Angie cannot crumble in the face of all this anguish and sorrow. She knows that she needs to continue to forge forward – especially when she is forced to make a decision that will have far-reaching consequences not just for herself, but for the people she cares about the most.
Angie needs to be stronger than she’s ever been before. Her resilience will continue to be tested, but if she trusts her instincts and relies on her family, neighbours and her old friends from the shipyards, there is simply nothing that Angie cannot do, but only if she’s willing to take another stab at her own happiness.
Nancy Revell has got another surefire bestseller on her hands with The Widow’s Choice. Written straight from the heart, this dramatic, emotional and captivating saga is a spellbinding tale that will have readers reaching for their tissues as they find themselves transported to 1949 and to a brilliantly evoked and wonderfully rendered world.
With a strong, relatable and inspirational heroine and plenty of warmth, pathos, wit and charm, The Widow’s Choice is another superb saga from the fabulous Nancy Revell.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Angie couldn’t believe her luck when she married her beloved Quentin. After all the worry and uncertainty of the Second World War, Angie and Quentin could finally look to the future and to a lifetime of marital bliss together. Moving to the majestic Cuthford Manor is a dream come true for Angie, who had done her bit for the war effort by toiling away at the shipyards of Sunderland. However, just when she had started to become hopeful and optimistic about her life with Quentin, tragedy strikes and Angie is devastated, heartbroken and all on her own.
Angie’s happiness had been snatched away just when it had been within her reach. Forced to start over again, Angie cannot crumble in the face of all this anguish and sorrow. She knows that she needs to continue to forge forward – especially when she is forced to make a decision that will have far-reaching consequences not just for herself, but for the people she cares about the most.
Angie needs to be stronger than she’s ever been before. Her resilience will continue to be tested, but if she trusts her instincts and relies on her family, neighbours and her old friends from the shipyards, there is simply nothing that Angie cannot do, but only if she’s willing to take another stab at her own happiness.
Nancy Revell has got another surefire bestseller on her hands with The Widow’s Choice. Written straight from the heart, this dramatic, emotional and captivating saga is a spellbinding tale that will have readers reaching for their tissues as they find themselves transported to 1949 and to a brilliantly evoked and wonderfully rendered world.
With a strong, relatable and inspirational heroine and plenty of warmth, pathos, wit and charm, The Widow’s Choice is another superb saga from the fabulous Nancy Revell.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 20, 2023
This is the first book that I have read by Nancy Revell and I must say that I really enjoyed it.
Angie, a miners daughter, had been a welder in her native County Durham when she met and fell hopelessly in love with wealthy Quentin Foxton Clarke, their all encompassing love led to marriage and Angie, along with her younger siblings, moved into Cuthford Manor.
Life was idyllic, Angie felt that she didn't belong at the Manor but Quentin's love and encouragement soon eased her discomfort. Also living at the Manor were her in laws, Evelyn and the long suffering Lloyd Foxton Clark, Lloyd was easy going and he put up with the snobby, arrogant Evelyn, Evelyn was incandescent with rage when her only son married far beneath him, Cuthford Manor should have been hers, she had worked for it, she deserved it and she would do anything to regain it but her brother in law had left it to Quentin and now the miners daughter, the welder was mistress of the house, Evelyn seethed and planed, she would bide her time.
When a fatal accident occurred leaving Angie a widow her life was in tatters, Evelyn was ready to start her fight but she didn't make allowances for the indomitable courage and determination of the miner's daughter.
Angie had support and help from many quarters, the wonderful staff at the Manor, the local community, a group of travelling Gypsies and a Polish soldier who had fought with the British army. Could Angie ever lay the ghost of the past to rest, could she ever love again.
This is a very moving, emotional story of love and greed , the differences between to top and the bottom of the social ladder , a well written book.
I received a free copy of this book and my review is voluntary.
Angie, a miners daughter, had been a welder in her native County Durham when she met and fell hopelessly in love with wealthy Quentin Foxton Clarke, their all encompassing love led to marriage and Angie, along with her younger siblings, moved into Cuthford Manor.
Life was idyllic, Angie felt that she didn't belong at the Manor but Quentin's love and encouragement soon eased her discomfort. Also living at the Manor were her in laws, Evelyn and the long suffering Lloyd Foxton Clark, Lloyd was easy going and he put up with the snobby, arrogant Evelyn, Evelyn was incandescent with rage when her only son married far beneath him, Cuthford Manor should have been hers, she had worked for it, she deserved it and she would do anything to regain it but her brother in law had left it to Quentin and now the miners daughter, the welder was mistress of the house, Evelyn seethed and planed, she would bide her time.
When a fatal accident occurred leaving Angie a widow her life was in tatters, Evelyn was ready to start her fight but she didn't make allowances for the indomitable courage and determination of the miner's daughter.
Angie had support and help from many quarters, the wonderful staff at the Manor, the local community, a group of travelling Gypsies and a Polish soldier who had fought with the British army. Could Angie ever lay the ghost of the past to rest, could she ever love again.
This is a very moving, emotional story of love and greed , the differences between to top and the bottom of the social ladder , a well written book.
I received a free copy of this book and my review is voluntary.
January 10, 2024
I've been a huge fan of this author's work and thoroughly enjoyed reading the best selling series about the The Shipyard Girls so I was excited to be given the opportunity to dive into a new story also set in the North East of England and which follows the fortunes of the Shipyard Girls after the war is over.
In The Widow's Choice we meet with Angie Foxton-Clarke who, as a recent young widow, finds that life is even more complicated especially with an awkward mother-in-law who feels that Angie isn't up to the challenge of running the family home at Cuthford Manor. Angie needs to draw on all the strength of will that she needed during her time in the shipyards and with the help of old friends she starts to build a new life for herself, her family and her friends. As always the author draws on her knowledge of the North East and brings such a warmth and empathy to her characters that you can't help but invest emotionally both in terms of the way the story unfolds and in also in the depth of characterisation, so that the place and people live in your imagination.
I don't want to give away any spoilers except to say that life is definitely complicated for Angie and the occupants of Cuthford Manor and whilst it has been delightful to meet up again with old friends from the Shipyard series, I did thoroughly enjoy The Widow’s Choice entirely on its own merits. Authentically researched and with a warmth I found completely entertaining, this is a lovely follow on story which can be read as part of the series or as a standalone novel.
October 25, 2023
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishing team for allowing me to read the preview copy of this book.
Nancy Revell's Shipyard series was one of the best series of books I have read and I was looking forward to this spin off. Sadly I found myself a bit disappointed.
The book was well written as always done by Nancy but I felt there was not enough happiness in the book. After the Shipyard series this book jumps on a few years and we miss out on the start of Angie and Quentin's life. There is no doubt they were happy years and I feel it would have been better to start the book with at least some of this time. Without spoiling the book for others disaster and unhappiness strikes very early in the book and this theme continues until the very last couple of chapters. I read before going to bed on a night and found myself miserable and anxious on turning off the light as there had been very little happiness in what I had read.
It was lovely for some of the Shipyard characters to get mentions but again it would have been nice to pull them in a bit more and I felt there were several openings where this could have fit well.
I do hope Nancy will write more and hope for more happy times in future books!
Nancy Revell's Shipyard series was one of the best series of books I have read and I was looking forward to this spin off. Sadly I found myself a bit disappointed.
The book was well written as always done by Nancy but I felt there was not enough happiness in the book. After the Shipyard series this book jumps on a few years and we miss out on the start of Angie and Quentin's life. There is no doubt they were happy years and I feel it would have been better to start the book with at least some of this time. Without spoiling the book for others disaster and unhappiness strikes very early in the book and this theme continues until the very last couple of chapters. I read before going to bed on a night and found myself miserable and anxious on turning off the light as there had been very little happiness in what I had read.
It was lovely for some of the Shipyard characters to get mentions but again it would have been nice to pull them in a bit more and I felt there were several openings where this could have fit well.
I do hope Nancy will write more and hope for more happy times in future books!
January 15, 2024
3.5 out of 5 stars
Thanks to tandem collective uk fI received this an ARC of "The Widow's Choice" (AD - PR Product)
📖 Stepping into the world of Nancy Revell's "The Widow's Choice," set in the post-WWII era of County Durham, felt like a vivid walk through history.
🌟 The narrative features some characters from the acclaimed "The Shipyard Girls" series (new to me!), and it took me a moment to get fully immersed. Still, I soon found myself drawn into Angie's world at Cuthbert Manor and moved by her life's dramatic turn.
👥 The characters in this story come to life beautifully. I could picture Angie and her family, as they experience the social changes in rural 1950s England. The story touches on deep and meaningful themes like loss, grief, and the struggles of life after the war.
For me the pacing wasn't uniform - a bit of a slow start (despite the accident), a really good middle where there is a beautiful balance of intrigue, character development, and intertwining storylines and a bit of an abrupt end.
Overall, an easy read with strong character development and interesting facts about 1950s County Durham and Polish involvement in WWII.
Thanks to tandem collective uk fI received this an ARC of "The Widow's Choice" (AD - PR Product)
📖 Stepping into the world of Nancy Revell's "The Widow's Choice," set in the post-WWII era of County Durham, felt like a vivid walk through history.
🌟 The narrative features some characters from the acclaimed "The Shipyard Girls" series (new to me!), and it took me a moment to get fully immersed. Still, I soon found myself drawn into Angie's world at Cuthbert Manor and moved by her life's dramatic turn.
👥 The characters in this story come to life beautifully. I could picture Angie and her family, as they experience the social changes in rural 1950s England. The story touches on deep and meaningful themes like loss, grief, and the struggles of life after the war.
For me the pacing wasn't uniform - a bit of a slow start (despite the accident), a really good middle where there is a beautiful balance of intrigue, character development, and intertwining storylines and a bit of an abrupt end.
Overall, an easy read with strong character development and interesting facts about 1950s County Durham and Polish involvement in WWII.
January 24, 2024
i thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in the captivating world of this book. The author's meticulous research added depth and authenticity to the plot, making it all the more engrossing. The characters, particularly the intriguing mother-in-law, evoked a wide range of emotions within me. Angie's journey and her ability to overcome obstacles were truly fascinating, serving as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. The North East setting provided a relatable backdrop for the story, allowing readers to easily connect with the narrative. The author's attention to detail in researching historical events further enhanced the authenticity of the story, making it feel truly immersive. The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly turning the pages to uncover what would happen next. Each character was intricately developed, adding layers of depth to the overall story. All in all, this book was a compelling and thought-provoking read that I highly recommend to others seeking an immersive literary experience. #BookReview #CaptivatingRead #HistoricalFiction #StrongCharacters #EmotionalJourney #thewidowschoice #tandemreadalong
January 4, 2024
November 1949 turns into a devastating time for Angie Foxton- Clarke, losing her beloved husband Quentin suddenly to a tragic accident. Not only has her world been shattered, so too has her beloved little girl and Angie’s siblings.
Angie, a coal miners daughter married her husband Quentin, besotted with each other they were living an idyllic lifestyle, in Cuthford Manor in County Durham. The Manor House resembling a fairytale castle.
Angie doesn’t know how her future lies, she’s a person adrift.
Being from the north east and Durham not far away I was drawn to this book. I found it an easy read, and liked most of the characters, and love and warmth described in the book. I enjoyed reading about the house and its ways, and of course the wonderful landscape of the North East of England. It was also very interesting learning new facts about the area, I love how much I learn on a daily basis through my love of reading.
An amazing new fact I learned was of Wojtek!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Publisher for an advanced e-book copy. Opinions about the book are entirely my own.
Angie, a coal miners daughter married her husband Quentin, besotted with each other they were living an idyllic lifestyle, in Cuthford Manor in County Durham. The Manor House resembling a fairytale castle.
Angie doesn’t know how her future lies, she’s a person adrift.
Being from the north east and Durham not far away I was drawn to this book. I found it an easy read, and liked most of the characters, and love and warmth described in the book. I enjoyed reading about the house and its ways, and of course the wonderful landscape of the North East of England. It was also very interesting learning new facts about the area, I love how much I learn on a daily basis through my love of reading.
An amazing new fact I learned was of Wojtek!
Many thanks to NetGalley and Publisher for an advanced e-book copy. Opinions about the book are entirely my own.
January 29, 2024
As a big fan of historical fiction, I was so lucky to find myself a part of the read along for this book. I have heard of The Shipyard series before but haven't read any, but found this didn't matter with this book as it can be read as a stand alone with enough background provided, but I do plan on reading them from the start.
This was such a heartwarming story depicting love, loss, community and family. Each of these topics were woven into the storyline so well and written beautifully and I especially liked how Dementia was portrayed within the book.
Angie was such a strong and determined woman and I was so happy with how things at the Manor worked out for her in the end. Despite everything thrown at her along the way, mainly by her mother in law, she never gave up and I loved how her heart had so much to love to give.
The ending was so well rounded up and I liked how we got to know what happened with each character. I would love to read more and to find out what happens next for certain people, such as Clemmie.
This was such a heartwarming story depicting love, loss, community and family. Each of these topics were woven into the storyline so well and written beautifully and I especially liked how Dementia was portrayed within the book.
Angie was such a strong and determined woman and I was so happy with how things at the Manor worked out for her in the end. Despite everything thrown at her along the way, mainly by her mother in law, she never gave up and I loved how her heart had so much to love to give.
The ending was so well rounded up and I liked how we got to know what happened with each character. I would love to read more and to find out what happens next for certain people, such as Clemmie.
January 8, 2024
This is the start of what is going to be a great series if this first book is anything to go by. It starts off tragically with the death of Angie’s beloved Quentin. Struggling with her grief and the task of looking after her siblings and young daughter Bonnie, Angie then makes her brother Danny’s grief unbearable by selling Ghost Quentin’s horse that Danny is attached to. With a Mother in Law who is eaten up with envy on finding out the Manor House now belongs to Angie after her sons death and not her and her husband she does everything she can to make Angie feel uncomfortable and unaccepted as Lady of the Manor. This book has lots of ups and downs for Angie and her family as she tries to work her way through the grief and to process the best way forward for them all. I was drawn in from page one by all the great characters some you love and others not so much.
January 15, 2024
Four stars
This book is set in County Durham, 1949. Our leading lady Angie is from the authors series of books which is the Shipyard girls series. Angie is married to her sweetheart Quentin and lives in Cuthforf Manor. Right at the start Quentin has a tragic accident. This accident forces Angie to make difficult Choices.
I really enjoyed this and loved the community and family. Angie is bringing up not just her own daughter but four of her younger siblings. She is such a strong lady despite all that’s thrown at her. In this book there is a real mix of lovely characters that you love and we have a real baddie which adds to the excitement. Grief is dealt with so well. My favourite character is Angies father in law Lloyd. I now really want to read The Shipyard girls and learn more about Angies past.
This book is set in County Durham, 1949. Our leading lady Angie is from the authors series of books which is the Shipyard girls series. Angie is married to her sweetheart Quentin and lives in Cuthforf Manor. Right at the start Quentin has a tragic accident. This accident forces Angie to make difficult Choices.
I really enjoyed this and loved the community and family. Angie is bringing up not just her own daughter but four of her younger siblings. She is such a strong lady despite all that’s thrown at her. In this book there is a real mix of lovely characters that you love and we have a real baddie which adds to the excitement. Grief is dealt with so well. My favourite character is Angies father in law Lloyd. I now really want to read The Shipyard girls and learn more about Angies past.
January 8, 2024
It took me a while to immerse myself in this story; at one point, I thought I might not finish it. The pace was a little on the slow side. But I am glad I continued reading because when things started to pick up, I had no problem with immersion and soon cared greatly about what was happening.
The widow, Angie has more than her fair share of trials and responsibilities, and at times the book made me feel down. At one point I truly believed that this would be a book that didn't have a happy ending. I am happy to say that I was wrong and as things started to improve for Angie so too did my mood.
Despite the slow start, I think I could happily read more of Nancy Revell's books and am going to look into buying some of her Shipyard Girls series.
The widow, Angie has more than her fair share of trials and responsibilities, and at times the book made me feel down. At one point I truly believed that this would be a book that didn't have a happy ending. I am happy to say that I was wrong and as things started to improve for Angie so too did my mood.
Despite the slow start, I think I could happily read more of Nancy Revell's books and am going to look into buying some of her Shipyard Girls series.
January 15, 2024
A binge worthy read!
This is a book that shows you the strength in a woman. Following Angie's life after the tragic loss of her husband we get too see this character fight and struggle for her rights, the character growth in the fmc alone in this books makes this such a fun and captivating read. It's been a while since ive read a book like this that has tugged and tied up my emotions, I felt so connected to Angie even though my life is drastically different from hers.
Nancy does an amazing job of not only having you locked into this novel but also having you on the tip of your ties. There are a lot of twists and turns in this novel that kept me guessing. I read this as part of a read along but if found myself getting ahead because I just couldn't put this down.
This is a book that shows you the strength in a woman. Following Angie's life after the tragic loss of her husband we get too see this character fight and struggle for her rights, the character growth in the fmc alone in this books makes this such a fun and captivating read. It's been a while since ive read a book like this that has tugged and tied up my emotions, I felt so connected to Angie even though my life is drastically different from hers.
Nancy does an amazing job of not only having you locked into this novel but also having you on the tip of your ties. There are a lot of twists and turns in this novel that kept me guessing. I read this as part of a read along but if found myself getting ahead because I just couldn't put this down.
January 15, 2024
Although not unusually my type of read, I'm glad I gave The Widow's Choice a go, as I really did enjoy it.
This was the first book I've read by Nancy Revell and I found it to be a brilliant introduction to her storytelling and style.
Set in late 1940's North East England, I found the historical aspects of this novel to be incredibly well researched. As you read, you can imagine exactly what that place and time felt like and what the people were like through
Nancy's top notch story telling.
I found the characters had good depth, there are nice characters, there are evil characters, so a good mix.
The plot flowed well and was engaging and compelling and i found myself flying through this read in just three sittings.
All in all, an enjoyable read and so four 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
This was the first book I've read by Nancy Revell and I found it to be a brilliant introduction to her storytelling and style.
Set in late 1940's North East England, I found the historical aspects of this novel to be incredibly well researched. As you read, you can imagine exactly what that place and time felt like and what the people were like through
Nancy's top notch story telling.
I found the characters had good depth, there are nice characters, there are evil characters, so a good mix.
The plot flowed well and was engaging and compelling and i found myself flying through this read in just three sittings.
All in all, an enjoyable read and so four 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
October 23, 2023
The Widows Choice by Nancy Revell
When Angie marries her sweetheart Quentin and moves into Cuthford Manor to begin their new life together, she feels like the luckiest woman in the world.
But Quentin falls victim to a tragic accident and Angie's life is left devastated. Now, along with the prospect of rebuilding her life, she is faced with an impossible choice that will have far-reaching consequences for herself and those she loves most.
This author is the queen of writing this genre !
All her characters are well constructed and the plot fits the era perfectly.
I was really invested in finding out Angie' s future and those around her.
Brilliant story.
When Angie marries her sweetheart Quentin and moves into Cuthford Manor to begin their new life together, she feels like the luckiest woman in the world.
But Quentin falls victim to a tragic accident and Angie's life is left devastated. Now, along with the prospect of rebuilding her life, she is faced with an impossible choice that will have far-reaching consequences for herself and those she loves most.
This author is the queen of writing this genre !
All her characters are well constructed and the plot fits the era perfectly.
I was really invested in finding out Angie' s future and those around her.
Brilliant story.
January 8, 2024
Absolutely Brilliant
When I read the last book in the Shipyard series I felt that I was looking friends I had grown to love!
Hence,and to my my great delight, I saw that Nancy had just published The Widow's Choice. Not only had she written a new book but it was about Angie who was the crane driver in The Shipyard Series.
I just loved this book, it was such a great read about Angie's marriage to Quentin and the terrible events to follow! Tissues at the ready.
I do hope that we keep on reading about Angie and all the other characters in the Shipyard series.
If you haven' t already done so, so read the series before this book!
When I read the last book in the Shipyard series I felt that I was looking friends I had grown to love!
Hence,and to my my great delight, I saw that Nancy had just published The Widow's Choice. Not only had she written a new book but it was about Angie who was the crane driver in The Shipyard Series.
I just loved this book, it was such a great read about Angie's marriage to Quentin and the terrible events to follow! Tissues at the ready.
I do hope that we keep on reading about Angie and all the other characters in the Shipyard series.
If you haven' t already done so, so read the series before this book!
January 30, 2024
Another very enjoyable book by Nancy Revell. I enjoyed previous books about The Shipyard Girls. This story is about Angie who we have previously met. It is not essential to have read the previous books to enjoy this one. Angie, from the dockyards marries Quentin who inherited his grandfather's estate. Despite this they are a lovely couple. He welcomed her siblings into their home. Life looks good after the war but nothing goes smoothly. The characters are very well written and it's easy to feel that you know them all.
I read this book in just 2 days as I loved it so much. Highly recommended to those who enjoy women's fiction.
I read this book in just 2 days as I loved it so much. Highly recommended to those who enjoy women's fiction.
January 8, 2024
This was a historical fiction book in the Shipyard Girl Series. The story follows Angie and how she copes after Quentin's accident. The decisions she makes and the impact it has on the people and community around her. All is not as it seems with negative people around her watching her every move. I really enjoyed the characters introduced the book and the fact Angie does not act like a stately homeowner and has a friendship with her staff and genuinely cares for their wellbeing. A great read and cannot wait for more in the series.
January 21, 2024
A very good story. Angela has survived the tough workplace of the shipyard and married the man of her dreams.
Thinks don't work out when a tragedy happens which affects all their lives. With the support of her father in law Lloyd, her sisters, brother and her own little girl, Ange is able to pick herself up and face the world.
There's a very wicked person in her life and there are lots of occurrences before Ange can find the happiness which is offered.
Nancy Revell is a good writer. I havn't read the Shipyarf Girls but I will now as my appetite is truly whetted!
Thinks don't work out when a tragedy happens which affects all their lives. With the support of her father in law Lloyd, her sisters, brother and her own little girl, Ange is able to pick herself up and face the world.
There's a very wicked person in her life and there are lots of occurrences before Ange can find the happiness which is offered.
Nancy Revell is a good writer. I havn't read the Shipyarf Girls but I will now as my appetite is truly whetted!
February 2, 2024
BRILLIANT
What a fantastic read I loved finding out about Angie and Quentin’s married life together, I loved being a part of it all, laughing and crying at everything that was going on in Angie’s life. A brilliant ending to a fantastic book, such lovely people apart from one ( haha) I just thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Now waiting in anticipation for book no 2, the sooner the better for me.
Nancy is a fantastic author able to pull you into her books so that you get lost in the stories and feel part of it
What a fantastic read I loved finding out about Angie and Quentin’s married life together, I loved being a part of it all, laughing and crying at everything that was going on in Angie’s life. A brilliant ending to a fantastic book, such lovely people apart from one ( haha) I just thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Now waiting in anticipation for book no 2, the sooner the better for me.
Nancy is a fantastic author able to pull you into her books so that you get lost in the stories and feel part of it
November 6, 2023
Another great book from Nancy Revell. A nod to the Shipyard Girls this book follows Angie who has married Quentin and along with her siblings and neighbour moves to Cuthford Manor the family home of her husband. However although Angie is happy with the birth of her daughter she is destroyed with the sudden death of her husband. The storyline follows Angie and the household as they try and rebuild their lives. An excellent storyline with great characters. Thanks to Nancy and her publisher.
November 9, 2023
Another delightful novel from Nancy! I could just sit down all day and get lost in her novels if I had the time! I find all her tales of the Shipyard girls in the 1940’s captivating and brilliantly observed. Angie feels she has married above her station and that others feel the same, but life never seems to run smoothly. She has married Quentin and as has moved into Cuthford Manor along with her siblings that she is mothering as her mother ran off and her father does not keep in touch.
January 15, 2024
The Widow's Choice is the first novel I've read by Revell and was a great introduction to her storytelling.
The historical events were well researched, the plot engaging and compelling, and the characters...what an absolutely vile creature to have as a mother in law! She really didn't care who or what she hurt did she? Nothing or no-one was going to stand in her way...even her own son! I'm so glad Angie got her happy ending with Stanislaw and that she also got to keep the manor.
Will we be hearing more from the happy couple in the future?
A highly enjoyable read and I look forward to reading more from Revell in the future.
The historical events were well researched, the plot engaging and compelling, and the characters...what an absolutely vile creature to have as a mother in law! She really didn't care who or what she hurt did she? Nothing or no-one was going to stand in her way...even her own son! I'm so glad Angie got her happy ending with Stanislaw and that she also got to keep the manor.
Will we be hearing more from the happy couple in the future?
A highly enjoyable read and I look forward to reading more from Revell in the future.
January 14, 2024
If you have read and enjoyed The Shipyard Girls series of books, then you will love this book. It follows the story of one of the girls' Angie and her life after she has left the shipyards, and now, in 1949, her life in a completely different setting. I was completely engrossed in this book from the very beginning and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading saga books.
January 16, 2024
Great story as usual I didn't want the book to finish.
It was lovely hearing all about the old crew. But sobbed when Quentin died I became a widow too one month ago so. Enjoyed all the scenic descriptions and wished I could stay at the manor for a break. So thank you Nancy for your lovely book can't wait for your next one
It was lovely hearing all about the old crew. But sobbed when Quentin died I became a widow too one month ago so. Enjoyed all the scenic descriptions and wished I could stay at the manor for a break. So thank you Nancy for your lovely book can't wait for your next one
January 18, 2024
Loved the story of Angie and her family, her love for Quentin her husband, after a tragic accident she has to rebuild her life and take stock. Should this be at Cuthford Manor or in Australia with her family. The story unfolds and is the most enjoyable book I have read in a while.
My thanks as always to NetGalley for the early read and to Random House UK, Cornerstone, Penguin.
My thanks as always to NetGalley for the early read and to Random House UK, Cornerstone, Penguin.
January 20, 2024
Although not my typical read, I really enjoyed it. It is a lovely historical romance novel that demonstrates the resilience of women in the post-war era. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to read a feel-good story, especially those with connections to County Durham and the surrounding mining towns and villages.
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