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Maids of Kent #3
A Place to Call Home: Rose’s Story
***PRE-ORDER NOW*** THE THIRD AND FINAL SAGA IN EVIE GRACE'S MAIDS OF KENT TRILOGY. ' An intriguing tale of family relationships and of finding love a second time around . . . I’ll be sure to look out for the next book in the series.' Val Wood ‘An enthralling plotline with unexpected twists that will intrigue the reader until the last page.’
Margaret Dickinson 'I enjoyed reading Half a Sixpence and following the fortunes and tribulations of Catherine . . . It gave a very good sense of time and place and I hope it does really well for her.' Rosie Goodwin ‘What a treat. A Saga so refreshingly different from anything I have read before. A terrific story the reader will find impossible to put down . . . The tale that Evie tells us is fascinating, gripping, sad, happy, highly original and yes, you’ll find out all about that half sixpence.’ Eileen Ramsay 'A dazzling debut that reminded me of the Catherine Cookson' Frost Magazine 'I absolutely loved, loved, loved reading Half A Sixpence and I can’t wait to read more from the pen of Evie Grace.' Ginger Book Geek, 5* 'Highly recommend to fans of novels in the saga or historical fiction genre.' Abby Bonny Book Reviews, 5* 'A brilliant first novel.' Mojo Mums blog
Margaret Dickinson 'I enjoyed reading Half a Sixpence and following the fortunes and tribulations of Catherine . . . It gave a very good sense of time and place and I hope it does really well for her.' Rosie Goodwin ‘What a treat. A Saga so refreshingly different from anything I have read before. A terrific story the reader will find impossible to put down . . . The tale that Evie tells us is fascinating, gripping, sad, happy, highly original and yes, you’ll find out all about that half sixpence.’ Eileen Ramsay 'A dazzling debut that reminded me of the Catherine Cookson' Frost Magazine 'I absolutely loved, loved, loved reading Half A Sixpence and I can’t wait to read more from the pen of Evie Grace.' Ginger Book Geek, 5* 'Highly recommend to fans of novels in the saga or historical fiction genre.' Abby Bonny Book Reviews, 5* 'A brilliant first novel.' Mojo Mums blog
416 pages, Paperback
Published July 12, 2018
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October 20, 2020
I really enjoyed this book, the best of the three books and a good ending to the trilogy.
This story is about Rose, daughter of Agnes and granddaughter of Catherine.
Roses' story is full of incidents and interest, at sixteen she helps her mother to teach the children of the area around the tannery in Canterbury. She and her younger siblings live a comfortable life at Willow Place.
Rose suddenly has to grow up very quickly, as her life turns upside down and will never be the same again.
This story is about Rose, daughter of Agnes and granddaughter of Catherine.
Roses' story is full of incidents and interest, at sixteen she helps her mother to teach the children of the area around the tannery in Canterbury. She and her younger siblings live a comfortable life at Willow Place.
Rose suddenly has to grow up very quickly, as her life turns upside down and will never be the same again.
September 29, 2025
A Place to Call Home by Evie Grace is a beautifully written historical fiction novel that follows Rose Cheevers, a sixteen-year-old girl navigating loss, family secrets, and the search for belonging in Victorian England. Grace’s vivid descriptions bring the setting to life, making Rose’s journey from Canterbury to her grandmother’s remote village feel immersive and authentic.
The heart of the story is Rose herself. She is courageous, relatable, and resilient, and watching her grow and adapt to new challenges is both inspiring and touching. The book explores themes of family, love, and identity in ways that feel genuine, and the historical context adds depth without overwhelming the narrative.
While the pacing slows in a few sections and some secondary characters could have been more developed, the novel remains engaging throughout. A Place to Call Home is a heartfelt and compelling story that will resonate with readers who enjoy character-driven historical fiction and tales of resilience, family, and self-discovery.
The heart of the story is Rose herself. She is courageous, relatable, and resilient, and watching her grow and adapt to new challenges is both inspiring and touching. The book explores themes of family, love, and identity in ways that feel genuine, and the historical context adds depth without overwhelming the narrative.
While the pacing slows in a few sections and some secondary characters could have been more developed, the novel remains engaging throughout. A Place to Call Home is a heartfelt and compelling story that will resonate with readers who enjoy character-driven historical fiction and tales of resilience, family, and self-discovery.
December 18, 2021
Got of to a bit of a slow start but then I loved it. I was about a quarter way through when I realised it was part three of a trilogy, having said that, it works perfectly well as a stand-alone story. It is a nice easy, enchanting, historical read.
March 1, 2020
A bit of a disappointment for me and a trifle bland in its characters. AS a family saga it was a nice tale as a historical romance for me it fell a bit short in my expectations.
June 20, 2021
I read this as a stand alone not realising this was the final book in the series. Was a good heart warming read story of a family coping and moving after a crisis occurred.
May 21, 2022
Loved this one
December 4, 2024
Excellent read
December 17, 2019
As there's currently no other reviews, I will take the time to write one.
I enjoyed this story, particularly the unconventional and unique family dynamics. The sadder aspects of this story really tugged at my heartstrings; it was well written without being overly dramatic and tragic. I also felt the ending was realistic when it came to the Kingsley's fate as many authors in this genre tie everything up a little too neatly - I like that this book didn't do that.
I enjoyed this story, particularly the unconventional and unique family dynamics. The sadder aspects of this story really tugged at my heartstrings; it was well written without being overly dramatic and tragic. I also felt the ending was realistic when it came to the Kingsley's fate as many authors in this genre tie everything up a little too neatly - I like that this book didn't do that.
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