Annie

The Hungry Tide #2

by Val Wood

Annie Swinburn had killed a man -- the killing was timely and well-deserved, for Francis Morton had been evil in every possible way. But Annie knew that however justified her crime, only the rope and the gibbet awaited her if she remained in the slums of Hull. And so she ran -- up river, along the wild and secretive paths of the great Humber -- a new and unfamiliar territory which was to lead her into a new and unfamiliar life.





Her first refuge was with Toby Linton, well-born, estranged from his father and -- with his brother Matt -- earning a dangerous living as a smuggler. Annie led a double life, as a smuggler, and as a pedlar roaming the remote countryside of the Wolds. It was this new existence which led her, once more, into allowing herself to love, in spite of all the things that had gone before.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Historical Romance

480 pages, Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

Valerie Wood

Since winning the Catherine Cookson Prize for Fiction for her first novel, The Hungry Tide, Val Wood has become one of the most popular authors in the UK. Born in the mining town of Castleford, Val came to East Yorkshire as a child and has lived in Hull and rural Holderness where many of her novels are set. She now lives in the market town of Beverley. When she is not writing, Val is busy promoting libraries and supporting many charities. Find out more about Val Wood's novels by visiting her website: www.valeriewood.co.uk

Reviews

[Shirley Revill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the books written by Val Wood. The stories are usually centred around places near where I live and this adds to the interest for me. Very well written and very hard to put down. Recommended.

[Tracey · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice feel-good romance. This is the story of Annie, who we first meet while on the run from the law after murdering a nasty man who deserved the end he got. She knows she will hang if she is caught so makes a new identity for herself. Annie has quite a few adventures and meets a variety of colourful characters, from smugglers to tavern owners, most are nice and help her to move up in the world. The ones who aren't so nice are soon won over by Annie's personality.

This is a rags to riches story that is easy to read. A light romance but I felt that a lot of the outcomes and happenings were just a bit too convenient. Everything seemed to tie up too nicely if you know what I mean. There weren't a lot of surprises in this story.

[Eileen halley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it a very good read thankyou.

Loved it a very good read thankyou. I will be reading more from this lady and I would recommend to friends.

[Di Davenport · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't wait to read this one. Annie left "The Hungry Tide" (the book before this one) early in the story. This book runs along side The Hungry Tide and is the story of the life Annie lived after she left, which is why I was eager to read it. Again, familiar (to me) places made for interesting reading.
Here's to many more Val Wood books. I intend to read one every few books. My reading list just gets longer and longer.

[Glenys · Rating 4 out of 5]

A longer read than my usual books, but so much in it you couldn't condense it. Good to see Annie realise her full potential and find love and a secure future. I used to live in Grimsby (other side of the Humber) and often visited Hull and York so was familiar with the townships and the countryside. I also had an interest in smugglers and historical events of the time so this was a very satisfying read.

[Cheryll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Glad to have found this author! Similar to Catherine Cookson novels. It's a sort of Cinderella story where a poor girl from the slums ends up being the mistress of a gentry household. Lots of exciting adventures kept me turning the pages!Shame I didn't read The Hungry Tide first but will be looking out for her other books!

[Koalas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this book: good story and good characters. What I didn't like is the romance in the book. Two characters fall in love when there wasn't no chemistry; but the MC and another character should have been together. They had better chemistry and grow together than the romance in the story. Overall, this is a good book. I rate it four stars.

[Joyce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book a follow on from The Hungry Tide, this book tells Annie's story and what happened to her after running away from Hull. So nice to see if she found happiness after all her troubles in Hull. Have just discovered that there is a third book which I can't wait to read.

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book set around Hull, York and the Humber river in the 18th century. Would thoroughly recommend this book.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. Loved this book from start to finish.

[Michelle Hemsley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I woud never have chosen these books for myself, but was lent a few and I'm hooked, they really make interesting reading if you can cope with the dialect

[Pamela Gillings · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was looking for a new author and recommended this book. I loved it from the start. Being from Yorkshire i could understand the dielect but some people may struggle.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[De Beresford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Annie

I loved reading this novel. I could visualize the characters and places. Enjoyed it so much it was hard putting it down!

[Paula Jayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little predictable at times, but a great sequel to The Hungry Tide, and to find out what Annie had been up to.

[Fiona · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to read, pleasant, predictable romance

[Linda Hobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fab read

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

[mrs B Yeates · Rating 5 out of 5]

This great book.

I was impatient to read the next page..it was enthralling.
It kept you awake at night as in a dream.

[Loretta · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book, throughly enjoyed it.It is about a young woman who has been brought up in the slums and kills her abusive husband after finding him going to abuse her daughter.She knows that it will be the gallows for her if she is caught, she leaves her children and flees. She comes accross a man called Toby Linton a well born smuggler.After many adventures and leading a double life , she finally finds love and happiness .This story is set in Yorkshire and the River Humber. This is a companion book to The Hungry tide which won the first Catherine Cookson prize. Five☆☆☆☆☆from me.Loved it.

[Judith Ring · Rating 4 out of 5]

A typical "story" in the style of Catherine Cookson, whose novels I read throughout my teenage years and early adulthood. I have read a few of Val Woods books, which are well written and keep you engaged. I did find it a bit predictable but never the less a good easy read.

[Louisa Charlotte Phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely follow on from The Hungry Tide, also nice to read for anyone who knows the wolds-york area.

[Lucie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.