The Misfit

by Rosie Goodwin

Abandoned outside a hospital, Rebecca didn't have a good start in life. She's soon adopted, but her new father can't warm to her, and her mother can't succeed in turning the plain, unresponsive child into the little princess she longs for.

When Rebecca's adoptive mother dies, her greedy aunt and crooked uncle take her in but theirs is not a happy home. Separated from her brother and left to fend for herself, soon her life is worse than ever. Withdrawing from the people around her, she longs to escape to the circus which visists her town, with its carefree life and freedom from the past - but will she ever find happiness?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction

370 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2012

About the author

Before becoming a writer, I was a Placement Support Worker and foster carer, and worked in the social services department after completing a teacher training course. Many children have joined my family over the years. I still live in Nuneaton, where many of my books are set, with my husband, Trevor, and our beloved dogs.

I was thrilled to discover that I'd become one of the top 250 most-borrowed library authors in the UK, and would like to thank all of you who have taken out my books over the last few years! I love meeting my readers and am always pleased to hear from you. I hope you will all continue to get in touch and please do sign up for my newsletter!

Reviews

[Carolina · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have no words to express how much I hated this book. It is extremely poorly written, the characters don't seem real to me, the story doesn't have an appropriate pace, the story is very predictable... English is not my first language - although I'm proficient in it- and I usually don't care much for richness of language and writing style as long as the story is interesting, but this book is beyond hope. I only stuck with it because I wanted to see how much more I could hate it...

[Shirley · Rating 5 out of 5]

really enjoyed this book, loved the characters (apart from uncle Ken) totally gripping and un-putdownable.

[Shirley Revill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this book. Very well written and hard to put down. Recommended.

[Tracey Meaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Walk down memory lane

Lovely book set in & around the town I grew up in, Nuneaton. I lived on Hinckley Road, worked in Bedworth for a short time & then moved to Coventry. Rarely do you find a book set in that area and it was so good being transported back there

[Maureen H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another good read

This was a book I found difficult to put down, had to keep reading. Well written it drew you into the story. Yes I would recommend it to my friends

[MRS L S HEWER · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant

This is the third book I have read of Rosie Goodwin. Each one is just as good as the last.

[H LLOYD · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good read again !!

[Penny Little · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not one of her best.

[Fran Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Such a lot happened to one person, couldn't wait to c how it ended although could guess the twist before the end of the book

[Richard Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Excellent book, couldn't put it down. I will tell everyone how good this book is. Brilliant brilliant book to read

[Trudie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although I wasn't sure at first I really enjoyed this book in the end!

[Ada · Rating 1 out of 5]

I never rate a book less than 3 starts before. I just hate this book, it was poorly written. Haven't done any research on foster program at all. it just humiliating the frosting program, once the girl in trouble, just kick her out and switch to another family. It doesn't work this way. The whole story line doesn't made sense at all. To be clear, I am not related to any forster program, but I read a look of real story/novel regarding Forster family. I was surprised I finish the book though.

[Trish Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life a funny old thing.

This story has me hooked from start to finish.It shows how a life from baby to adult is in the hands of so many other people,and each map out Bex is life.For her it was such a heart breaking start,so sad,and so real,but leading to a wonderful life.Just shows how things can change.I think any one with a heart would be in Bex is corner.A all would enjoy this one.I have enjoyed every moment as I have all books I've ever read of Rosie,s.

[Margaret Allan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book, couldn't put it down!

I would recommend this book to anyone who hasn't read it. Very good storyline and characters are believable.
Descriptions of various places made them feel very real. Just read this book, you'll not be disappointed if you are a Rosie Goodwin fan. 😺

[Margaret Hislop · Rating 3 out of 5]

Poor editing.

The book was let down by poor editing. For instance in page 142 Alison became pat, page 153 there's a contradictory statement that doesn't make sense and page 193 has poor grammer. These are just the ones I took more of but mistakes like that can be distracting especially when the wrong names are used

[Geraldine Wadsworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

An emotional read with a happy ending

Another great book and even though it is fictional I find myself wondering how everyone is getting on with their lives. I never want the story to end but then camper wait to start another novel by Rosie who is an amazing author who has great talent in bringing her stories to life. Thank you

[Mrs Linda Sadler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartbreaking story

I felt so sorry for Rebecca throughout this story, being rejected by so many people and her so young. Reading this story made me wonder how many children and teenagers went through this hardship and abuse in real life. I am so glad it ended on such a happy note, she thoroughly deserved it. Thank you Rosie

[Mrs Margaret Maher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book

I found this a delightful story very true to real life. It just goes to show what life is like. I like this author her books are excellent. I am ready to start my next book. Enjoy whoever it next to read this book.

[rosalind wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rosie Goodwin never fails to draw you in to the story from the first page. A picture is painted in your mind straight away of all the characters who interact with the main character. Twists and turns, couldn't put the book down.

[Brenda Hendy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth a read every time

Could not wait to read this book the second one of Rosie Goodwin and it did not disappoint . Great story line great characters. Looking forward to the next book

[Garry Marlton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this read. Though I have given full marks the ending all came together a bit to easy for my liking, where everything works out. Still a great story though

[maggie · Rating 5 out of 5]

As good as ever

Great story as usual, good realistic characters, enjoyed it very much, beautiful ending, can't recommend it enough, give it a try.

[Barb Porter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spellbinding

Once again an excellent read. Kept me absorbed into the saga. I have only just found this author but will be amongst my favourites.

[mrs g m wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very different but very enjoyable

I enjoyed the book very much a bit sad in places but then you enjoy the good times more,would recommend this book

[Maureen · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy book to read, thoroughly enjoyed reading it, was like a caterpillar turning into a butterfly, a young girl going through many hardships and emerging as a lovely young woman

[دنيا · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finished this book is 2 days ones I started it I couldn’t put it down

[Brenda Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not as good as her other books but an okay read.

[Shelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very sad tale, but a must read for all Rosie Goodwin fans

[Helen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Rosie always writes great stories

[Jacqueline Peart · Rating 5 out of 5]

ADDICTIVE!!

Riveting from beginning to end!! You emerseu yourself in the character and follow her through the ups and downs. Excellent!