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The Lost Daughter
1930, Hull, East Yorkshire. Alice Goddard is fleeing through a rain lashed street from her violent, bullying husband Ted and fearing for her life and that of her two-year-old daughter Daisy. Running to the police station for help, she becomes involved in a road accident. Seriously injured, she lies in a coma in hospital. When she recovers, Ted has disappeared and Daisy is missing...
384 pages, Hardcover
Published November 22, 2018
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April 13, 2024
Two and a half stars
The story starts in 1930, as Alice Goddard is fleeing rain washed streets in Hull trying to escape a menacing man. She is desperate to get to the police station to gain help to save her young daughter. But disaster strikes. Alice is hit by a car and taken to hospital. When she wakes she has no memory of who she is. Eventually her memory returns, and after months her extensive wounds have healed and she wonders about her young daughter, Daisy. When she asks her mother Aggie,a single parent still raising kids of her own, Aggie is evasive. All Alice knows is she has been adopted. She can’t believe her mother let Daisy go. Alice is determined to find out what happened to her daughter and to get her back. Where to start is the problem.
It was easy to empathise with Alice who got a hard deal. She is a hard worker and determined to better herself and ends up training as a nurse. The war years play havoc with so many lives and in her role as a nurse she is exposed to the horrors of war. They are well portrayed. This is a story of family, friendship and romance as well as the atrocities of war.
This story is repetitive at times, especially regarding the quest to find her daughter and how Alice misses her. Understandable it may be but it didn’t need to be mentioned so often. Plus it seemed to be too much telling what happened over long periods of time instead of showing the characters in action. One situation is too neatly handled without the discussion needed to sort things out satisfactorily for me towards the end.
The story starts in 1930, as Alice Goddard is fleeing rain washed streets in Hull trying to escape a menacing man. She is desperate to get to the police station to gain help to save her young daughter. But disaster strikes. Alice is hit by a car and taken to hospital. When she wakes she has no memory of who she is. Eventually her memory returns, and after months her extensive wounds have healed and she wonders about her young daughter, Daisy. When she asks her mother Aggie,a single parent still raising kids of her own, Aggie is evasive. All Alice knows is she has been adopted. She can’t believe her mother let Daisy go. Alice is determined to find out what happened to her daughter and to get her back. Where to start is the problem.
It was easy to empathise with Alice who got a hard deal. She is a hard worker and determined to better herself and ends up training as a nurse. The war years play havoc with so many lives and in her role as a nurse she is exposed to the horrors of war. They are well portrayed. This is a story of family, friendship and romance as well as the atrocities of war.
This story is repetitive at times, especially regarding the quest to find her daughter and how Alice misses her. Understandable it may be but it didn’t need to be mentioned so often. Plus it seemed to be too much telling what happened over long periods of time instead of showing the characters in action. One situation is too neatly handled without the discussion needed to sort things out satisfactorily for me towards the end.
November 24, 2018
Ms Broady's tale of Alice, her vile husband, her daughter Daisy starts in the "between wars" years, when the country was feeling the effects of the Great War. Her violent husband assaults her, and she flees the family home, only to be knocked down by a car. In the ensuing confusion, she is hospitalised in a coma, and her daughter is taken into care and informally adopted.
It takes Alive many years, including the years of the 2nd World War, and several changes of circumstance to find her daughter.
The author knows her surroundings and her subject. As it happens, I knew Hull, the main location of the story, rather well many years ago. The story is a mass of engrossing, accurate and well-told detail.
Much of the story revolves around Alice's training as a Nurse and her enrolment in the Air Ambulance service.
Really good characterisations, a wealth of supporting characters, and a highly believable tale made this compulsive reading. Highly recommended.
It takes Alive many years, including the years of the 2nd World War, and several changes of circumstance to find her daughter.
The author knows her surroundings and her subject. As it happens, I knew Hull, the main location of the story, rather well many years ago. The story is a mass of engrossing, accurate and well-told detail.
Much of the story revolves around Alice's training as a Nurse and her enrolment in the Air Ambulance service.
Really good characterisations, a wealth of supporting characters, and a highly believable tale made this compulsive reading. Highly recommended.
September 7, 2019
4☆ A Captivating and Compelling Historical Saga I couldn't put down!
The Lost Daughter is a Captivating Story Set around the 1930s. It's a Highly Compelling Story of a young women's battle to regain her memories and find the daughter she lost.
Alice is fleeing her abusive husband and fears for her safety. If only that wasn't the only danger that she was about to walk into.
Alice gets run over by a car and is left badly injured.
When Alice regains consciousness she discovers she is suffering with memory loss from the accident.
When her memory starts to come back, she pieces back her memories and remembers her Daughter Daisy and how she left her behind.
Alice sets out to find out what she can about Daisy, all the while trying to build a life for herself now she is no longer at risk.
There are a fair amount of characters, which took me a lil while to get my head around, but they all weave together beautifully.
I absolutely ADORE books that are set in the war times and Broady's passion for the era shone through. It was Authentic, Real and i loved experiencing what it was like for Alice and her trials and tribulations of wartime.
The Lost Daughter is a Captivating, Enthralling and Poignant Historical Saga,
It's a story of Second Chances, Starting Over, Discoveries, Heartache, Love and life during the war.
The pace flowed along beautifully as you follow the plot which is told by several points of view.
The Characters are well thought out, Strong and Relatable.
I highly recommend reading The Lost Daughter if you are a fan of historical Sagas that are Authentic, with a Poignant and Enthralling Plot.
Thank you to Rachel Random Resources for this copy which I reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
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June 4, 2023
A story about a broken family, love and war.
Starting in the years before World War II, Alice is in an abusive relationship, and decides to report the abuse to police. On the way there she is involved in an accident and finds herself in hospital with amnesia. She is blamed for the neglect of her daughter, and whilst in hospital her daughter is removed.
Alice has always believed that she will find her daughter someday. This is her story, a story of a mother's love despite the odds being against her. Beautifully written and full of grief, anguish and love.
Starting in the years before World War II, Alice is in an abusive relationship, and decides to report the abuse to police. On the way there she is involved in an accident and finds herself in hospital with amnesia. She is blamed for the neglect of her daughter, and whilst in hospital her daughter is removed.
Alice has always believed that she will find her daughter someday. This is her story, a story of a mother's love despite the odds being against her. Beautifully written and full of grief, anguish and love.
August 27, 2019
I was really intrigued by the blurb for this book, of the woman running through the streets, injured in a road accident and then searching for her daughter. However, that is the tip of the iceberg where this book is concerned.
Alice Goddard is the woman desperately looking for help when she is knocked over and left badly injured and with memory loss. When her memory does return she remembers her daughter, Daisy, and yet has no idea what happened to her. Try as she might, she cannot get answers from anyone. Having no choice but to get on with her life, she enters rehabilitation and gets herself well again, going on to find a rewarding job. Her lost daughter is never far from her thoughts though.
This is such a wonderful story! I love a good saga and a good saga is what this is. It begins in 1930 when the First World War is still very much in people's minds and yet it was the war to end all wars so nobody thinks there will be another one. The story continues right through the 1930s and covers the whole of the Second World War. Much of the book covers Alice's training and eventual qualification as a nurse and she is very much involved with nursing wounded men during the war.
I really felt for Alice. What an awful thing to have no idea what happened to her daughter. It completely haunted her. Some good things happen to her too though, including her love for a truly lovely man, good friendships and family around her.
The author's fondness for her home city of Hull shines through and she highlights the devastation which it suffered during the war. I enjoyed it very much as a setting.
I was completely drawn into Alice's story. I so wanted her to be reunited with Daisy and to have a happy outcome, especially after so much sadness and hardship. I found her war years fascinating too as she undertook some dangerous missions. It's just such a warm and gorgeous read and I was gripped all the way through. This is a must-read for saga fans. I certainly loved it.
Alice Goddard is the woman desperately looking for help when she is knocked over and left badly injured and with memory loss. When her memory does return she remembers her daughter, Daisy, and yet has no idea what happened to her. Try as she might, she cannot get answers from anyone. Having no choice but to get on with her life, she enters rehabilitation and gets herself well again, going on to find a rewarding job. Her lost daughter is never far from her thoughts though.
This is such a wonderful story! I love a good saga and a good saga is what this is. It begins in 1930 when the First World War is still very much in people's minds and yet it was the war to end all wars so nobody thinks there will be another one. The story continues right through the 1930s and covers the whole of the Second World War. Much of the book covers Alice's training and eventual qualification as a nurse and she is very much involved with nursing wounded men during the war.
I really felt for Alice. What an awful thing to have no idea what happened to her daughter. It completely haunted her. Some good things happen to her too though, including her love for a truly lovely man, good friendships and family around her.
The author's fondness for her home city of Hull shines through and she highlights the devastation which it suffered during the war. I enjoyed it very much as a setting.
I was completely drawn into Alice's story. I so wanted her to be reunited with Daisy and to have a happy outcome, especially after so much sadness and hardship. I found her war years fascinating too as she undertook some dangerous missions. It's just such a warm and gorgeous read and I was gripped all the way through. This is a must-read for saga fans. I certainly loved it.
August 27, 2019
I very rarely read a “saga”, but every time I do, I wonder why I don’t do it more often – this was such a great read. I will admit it didn’t quite hook me from the first pages – everything was a bit too “sodden” for my liking, there were a few more “bairns” than I’m used to, and colloquial speech reproduced is rarely one of my favourite things. But Sylvia Broady is a superb storyteller and it didn’t take me very long to become completely immersed in the world she created.
It’s a quite wonderful, sweeping story – following Alice’s life from the disappearance of her daughter, through her time working with troubled young women at Faith House, her efforts to better herself, her training as a nurse, and her time as a Flying Nightingale through WW2. It’s a totally enthralling read, a convincing love story but also brimful with social history and the complications of family relationships.
Having lived there in the 70s, I particularly enjoyed the Hull setting, with its familiar geography – particularly the insights into the devastating wartime bombing. All the wartime scenes are particularly well done, with Alice’s experiences under fire vividly described, and the real danger the nurses experienced. And through it all runs Alice’s continuing search for her lost daughter, a heartbreaking tale. I must praise the characterisation too – quite a few of the supporting cast, but particularly Alice and her friend Talli who are feisty and engaging heroines.
I really enjoyed this one – so when I next say “I don’t read sagas”, you will remind me, won’t you? Go on, you might just enjoy it too…
It’s a quite wonderful, sweeping story – following Alice’s life from the disappearance of her daughter, through her time working with troubled young women at Faith House, her efforts to better herself, her training as a nurse, and her time as a Flying Nightingale through WW2. It’s a totally enthralling read, a convincing love story but also brimful with social history and the complications of family relationships.
Having lived there in the 70s, I particularly enjoyed the Hull setting, with its familiar geography – particularly the insights into the devastating wartime bombing. All the wartime scenes are particularly well done, with Alice’s experiences under fire vividly described, and the real danger the nurses experienced. And through it all runs Alice’s continuing search for her lost daughter, a heartbreaking tale. I must praise the characterisation too – quite a few of the supporting cast, but particularly Alice and her friend Talli who are feisty and engaging heroines.
I really enjoyed this one – so when I next say “I don’t read sagas”, you will remind me, won’t you? Go on, you might just enjoy it too…
September 2, 2019
A beautiful emotional story
Set in Hull East Yorkshire in the year 1930, a terrified woman steps out in front of a black saloon car saying 'save my daughter'. Alice Goddard suffers memory loss after the accident, and Daisy her daughter left with her grandmother crying for her mammy and is handed over to the local authorities leaving Alice with a big fight to get her back. Year's go by and Alice trains as a probationer nurse, taking us to 1939 and war is looming. Will she ever find her daughter? and become Johnny Mitchell wife? There must be some happiness ahead for Alice. I loved reading this book such an emotional ride, as you read, Alice's story will touch everyone's heart, the author gives all the insights into this book town's and places and moving throughout. Well worth the star's.
Set in Hull East Yorkshire in the year 1930, a terrified woman steps out in front of a black saloon car saying 'save my daughter'. Alice Goddard suffers memory loss after the accident, and Daisy her daughter left with her grandmother crying for her mammy and is handed over to the local authorities leaving Alice with a big fight to get her back. Year's go by and Alice trains as a probationer nurse, taking us to 1939 and war is looming. Will she ever find her daughter? and become Johnny Mitchell wife? There must be some happiness ahead for Alice. I loved reading this book such an emotional ride, as you read, Alice's story will touch everyone's heart, the author gives all the insights into this book town's and places and moving throughout. Well worth the star's.
August 31, 2019
A young woman is running away in the night. In her desperation she runs into the road, and is hit by a vehicle. This is how it begins, a novel which begins in Hull, Yorkshire, 1930. Alice is a young woman whose life experience has been difficult, with a mother left widowed shortly after the First World War, and it is only after this challenging beginning and a great loss that Alice finds a new start. This is a novel of triumph over adversity, but only in a gradual and sometimes painful steps. At the heart of this book is the central question of the lost daughter, but there is also the story of a woman of her time, who works so hard and shows such flair for her tasks that the reader is left silently cheering. The 1930s were a difficult time for many people, and it is only through determination and genuine effort that Alice can get and keep a job, and begin to make something of her life. With a marriage blighted by a critical and sometimes violent husband, her basic belief in the goodness of people is what will carry her through. Well researched and deeply felt, this book has an essential truth running through it, that deep love will win out over separation, distance and fears for the future. The final third of the book is an exceptionally interesting account of work undertaken by a small group of women who were called the “Flying Nightingales”, whose bravery and commitment were so vital. This is a story packed with incident, with takes years within its stride, but also introduces some fascinating characters. I was so pleased to be given the opportunity to read and review this outstanding book.
Alice has grown up in an overcrowded household, by a mother who tried to do her best, even if that involves a great act of betrayal at the beginning of the book. Alice’s early attempt to escape led her into a dangerous marriage which had only one good outcome, her daughter Daisy. Separated from her, Alice must decide whether to sink or find a way to survive, with only the hope of being reunited with Daisy to sustain her. A firm friendship with a nurse, Evelyn, gives her the inspiration into investing in her own education while struggling to help young women whose terrible life experiences show her that she has been relatively fortunate. A fateful meeting at a class opens up new possibilities, but how can she find true love when the shadow of her violent husband remains. In a testament to the survival of the human spirit Alice must make the best of her opportunities in a world where war means separation and some loss of hope.
This book is very well researched in the large and small details which give colour and weight to the story of people caught up in circumstances beyond their control. As the descriptions of how the bare minimum of clothes can be stretched for various occasions, how meals reflect the challenges of wartime shortages, how loved ones are left changed forever by war, Broady skilful enhances the basic strength of her main character. This is an intense and powerful book of one woman’s fight to survive despite overwhelming odds, and I recommend it to all those who enjoy an historical saga of female survival.
Alice has grown up in an overcrowded household, by a mother who tried to do her best, even if that involves a great act of betrayal at the beginning of the book. Alice’s early attempt to escape led her into a dangerous marriage which had only one good outcome, her daughter Daisy. Separated from her, Alice must decide whether to sink or find a way to survive, with only the hope of being reunited with Daisy to sustain her. A firm friendship with a nurse, Evelyn, gives her the inspiration into investing in her own education while struggling to help young women whose terrible life experiences show her that she has been relatively fortunate. A fateful meeting at a class opens up new possibilities, but how can she find true love when the shadow of her violent husband remains. In a testament to the survival of the human spirit Alice must make the best of her opportunities in a world where war means separation and some loss of hope.
This book is very well researched in the large and small details which give colour and weight to the story of people caught up in circumstances beyond their control. As the descriptions of how the bare minimum of clothes can be stretched for various occasions, how meals reflect the challenges of wartime shortages, how loved ones are left changed forever by war, Broady skilful enhances the basic strength of her main character. This is an intense and powerful book of one woman’s fight to survive despite overwhelming odds, and I recommend it to all those who enjoy an historical saga of female survival.
August 28, 2019
A heart-wrenching story about a woman who lost her daughter and the determination to never give up searching for her.
After a car hits her, Alice Goddard regains consciousness but suffers from amnesia so can't recall any thoughts from before her accident despite experiencing vivid dreams about a man and a little girl. Over time, she regains her memory but after her long recovery and convalescence, her abusive husband has disappeared and so has her small daughter. Homeless and without means to support herself, she's given a lifeline and accepts a live-in position at Faith House, a home for fallen girls. However, as she re-builds her life, she never gives up hope of finding her daughter, Daisy.
It's the first time I've read a novel where I can fully relate and visualise the setting. Born and brought up in Hull, I'm very familiar with the area and places mentioned within the narrative, which added extra relatable interest for me. This coupled with a fascinating story full of heart-break and emotion gives a riveting insight into life during the depression and the second world war.
I appreciate how the author included and stressed the devastation to Hull during Luftwaffe air raids during WWII and the resulting bomb damage to the city; a point only knew by those with local knowledge, thanks to the wartime press bias towards mostly reporting news about London. It helps to paint a more accurate picture of the effects of war for those in other parts of the country
Now I've discovered Ms Broady, I'll definitely pick up other works by her. The Lost Daughter has it all; an intriguing plot, a romance, a lost child and a villain, plus a host of likeable secondary characters. It's the first time I've delved into a historical novel linked to my home city and it's certainly heightened my interest to seek out more such books both fiction and non-fiction.
***review copy generously received courtesy of the publisher Allison & Busby***
After a car hits her, Alice Goddard regains consciousness but suffers from amnesia so can't recall any thoughts from before her accident despite experiencing vivid dreams about a man and a little girl. Over time, she regains her memory but after her long recovery and convalescence, her abusive husband has disappeared and so has her small daughter. Homeless and without means to support herself, she's given a lifeline and accepts a live-in position at Faith House, a home for fallen girls. However, as she re-builds her life, she never gives up hope of finding her daughter, Daisy.
It's the first time I've read a novel where I can fully relate and visualise the setting. Born and brought up in Hull, I'm very familiar with the area and places mentioned within the narrative, which added extra relatable interest for me. This coupled with a fascinating story full of heart-break and emotion gives a riveting insight into life during the depression and the second world war.
I appreciate how the author included and stressed the devastation to Hull during Luftwaffe air raids during WWII and the resulting bomb damage to the city; a point only knew by those with local knowledge, thanks to the wartime press bias towards mostly reporting news about London. It helps to paint a more accurate picture of the effects of war for those in other parts of the country
Now I've discovered Ms Broady, I'll definitely pick up other works by her. The Lost Daughter has it all; an intriguing plot, a romance, a lost child and a villain, plus a host of likeable secondary characters. It's the first time I've delved into a historical novel linked to my home city and it's certainly heightened my interest to seek out more such books both fiction and non-fiction.
***review copy generously received courtesy of the publisher Allison & Busby***
August 9, 2019
There's a huge amount of story going on in this book. Despite a large cast, the focus remains on Alice and her daughter, Daisy, who was taken from her in such an uncaring manner.
The story spans several decades, beginning in the 1930s, covering World War II, and then the post-war years. Throughout, Alice becomes ever more determined to find her Daisy but, as needs must, carries on with her life assuming Daisy is in a loving home and well cared for.
The multiple viewpoints in the story bring an ever-increasing poignancy to the desperation they both share: Alice to find Daisy, and Daisy to be found.
An enjoyable read, though a little repetitive at times, but nonetheless giving great insight to the issues faced by mothers and children during those years. The inability of the authorities to right the wrong done to Alice is unfortunately a sign of the times, but fortunately as the years pass we see things - including the law - change in Alice's favour.
The large cast - Alice's family, Johnny, Evelyn and Talli among others - brings hope for better times, though good fortune is not always forthcoming for all of them.
Entertaining, interesting sub-plots are beautifully interlinked, resulting in a well-told tale with a great emotional pull.
The story spans several decades, beginning in the 1930s, covering World War II, and then the post-war years. Throughout, Alice becomes ever more determined to find her Daisy but, as needs must, carries on with her life assuming Daisy is in a loving home and well cared for.
The multiple viewpoints in the story bring an ever-increasing poignancy to the desperation they both share: Alice to find Daisy, and Daisy to be found.
An enjoyable read, though a little repetitive at times, but nonetheless giving great insight to the issues faced by mothers and children during those years. The inability of the authorities to right the wrong done to Alice is unfortunately a sign of the times, but fortunately as the years pass we see things - including the law - change in Alice's favour.
The large cast - Alice's family, Johnny, Evelyn and Talli among others - brings hope for better times, though good fortune is not always forthcoming for all of them.
Entertaining, interesting sub-plots are beautifully interlinked, resulting in a well-told tale with a great emotional pull.
August 17, 2019
A child is the most precious of gifts.... what would you do if that gift was snatched from you in the most cruel way?
A wonderfully woven story beginning in the between years of war. Alice’s story starts with an accident and lose of memory of her life before. Slowly but surely things begin to piece back together and we are taken on a journey full of love, heartache, self discovery and learning. Alice speaks of her mother at one point as a person with overwhelming grit and determination and the immense pride she feels for her. This is testament to her character. I felt the same way about her and saw the same traits in her as well as her resilience, kindness and strength. There is a great array of characters that add depth and intensity to the story. A sweet, emotional, beautiful, thoroughly descriptive and hopeful story at time of great trepidation with a wonderful insight into nursing during war time. A full circle story that ends in such a heartwarming way.
A wonderfully woven story beginning in the between years of war. Alice’s story starts with an accident and lose of memory of her life before. Slowly but surely things begin to piece back together and we are taken on a journey full of love, heartache, self discovery and learning. Alice speaks of her mother at one point as a person with overwhelming grit and determination and the immense pride she feels for her. This is testament to her character. I felt the same way about her and saw the same traits in her as well as her resilience, kindness and strength. There is a great array of characters that add depth and intensity to the story. A sweet, emotional, beautiful, thoroughly descriptive and hopeful story at time of great trepidation with a wonderful insight into nursing during war time. A full circle story that ends in such a heartwarming way.
August 22, 2019
Beginning with a tragic event, the first part of this story has a gentle pace, as Alice discovers what she has lost, how powerless she is, and gradually begins to rebuild her life.
Exploring the institutions, and events of the 1930s and 1940s, this story has an interesting, authentic setting. Alice is a likeable character, whose character develops, through adversity, friendship and tenacity, as the story progresses.
The first part of the story does seem to be more tell than show, but as Alice matures, her emotions and motivations are dominant, making the story enthralling. It is sad and poignant, in some respects, but also shows the importance of women in World War Two and how hard they fought for, any degree of empowerment.
Easy to read, rich in historical detail, with characters whose vibrancy increases, as the story develops, this is an enjoyable read, for lovers of sagas, and historical fiction.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
Exploring the institutions, and events of the 1930s and 1940s, this story has an interesting, authentic setting. Alice is a likeable character, whose character develops, through adversity, friendship and tenacity, as the story progresses.
The first part of the story does seem to be more tell than show, but as Alice matures, her emotions and motivations are dominant, making the story enthralling. It is sad and poignant, in some respects, but also shows the importance of women in World War Two and how hard they fought for, any degree of empowerment.
Easy to read, rich in historical detail, with characters whose vibrancy increases, as the story develops, this is an enjoyable read, for lovers of sagas, and historical fiction.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
August 24, 2019
The Lost Daughter is one of those books that you read and then continue to think about long after you put it down. It was intense and beautifully written. Sylvia Broady’s writing draws you in and holds you there until the final word. I’m a fan.
There is a large cast, but the focus remains on Alice and Daisy. I enjoyed the multiple POVs as it increased the feeling of desperation as mother and daughter searched for each other. The large cast is handled well, and each character felt real.
There were moments that felt repetitive. Overall though, the plot was captivating. I would definitely recommend The Lost Daughter.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book as part of a blog tour with Rachel's Random Resources. All opinions are my own.*
Find this review and more on my blog: https://www.jessicabelmont.wordpress.com
There is a large cast, but the focus remains on Alice and Daisy. I enjoyed the multiple POVs as it increased the feeling of desperation as mother and daughter searched for each other. The large cast is handled well, and each character felt real.
There were moments that felt repetitive. Overall though, the plot was captivating. I would definitely recommend The Lost Daughter.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book as part of a blog tour with Rachel's Random Resources. All opinions are my own.*
Find this review and more on my blog: https://www.jessicabelmont.wordpress.com
August 27, 2019
Having studied and taught in Hull many years ago, I was interested to read about Hull during the 1930s. This is an absolutely heart-breaking story and Sylvi Broady does an excellent job of transporting the reader back in time. The story had me gripped from start to finish as I couldn't wait to find out what would happen to Alice and if she would ever be reunited with her daughter. Sylvia Broady manages to write a fast-paced story whilst giving the reader snippets into a different era. A fascinating read!
December 11, 2020
Brilliant work by Sylvia Broady.
July 28, 2021
Loved loved loved this story how love for family lost does have happy endings
January 12, 2022
I love a bit of historical fiction especially when it depicts such an important time in history.
Alice was such a heroic protagonist.
I enjoyed this immensely.
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Alice was such a heroic protagonist.
I enjoyed this immensely.
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May 15, 2024
Yet, another brilliant easy lovely read from Sylvia Broady that keeps you on tenderhooks all the way through the book. Sylvia Broady's books are such a joy to read.
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