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Waiting for Love: a compelling and ultimately uplifting saga set in 1920s Liverpool from much-loved bestselling author Rosie Har

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Waiting for Love: a compelling and ultimately uplifting saga set in 1920s Liverpool from much-loved bestselling author Rosie Har
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Rosie Harris
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:448
Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 110
Category/GenreSagas
ISBN/Barcode 9780099502982
ClassificationsDewey:823.914
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Cornerstone
Imprint Arrow Books Ltd
Publication Date 6 December 2007
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A compelling saga set in 1920s Liverpool from the author of A Mother's Love With all her signature warmth, wonderful characters and unforgettable drama, lose yourself in this moving saga of one girl's battle for happiness in the face of a life of shattered dreams. Written by much-loved multi-million copy bestseller Rosie Harris, this is perfect for readers of Dilly Court, Kitty Neale, Emma Hornby and Rosie Goodwin. 'Fans of the late Catherine Cookson will love this moving story' - Choice 'Really enjoyed this book. Lots going on and couldn't wait to find out how it would end' -- ***** Reader review 'Great read, I couldn't put it down, read in a day' -- ***** Reader review 'The story had me gripped from the first page' -- ***** Reader review 'I didn't want it to end' -- ***** Reader review 'A MUST read' -- ***** Reader review *************************************************************************************************** WHEN FACED WITH THE THREAT OF LOSING ALL SHE HOLDS DEAR, WILL SHE BE ABLE TO PULL THROUGH? Brenda O'Donnell is turned out by her family when she finds herself pregnant at sixteen. Widowed Sid Rawlins, the rag-and-bone man, says she can come and live with him and he will give her child a name in return for her running his home and looking after his children. Despite the gossip, a desperate Brenda has little choice but to accept. Life isn't easy for Brenda and little Ruby but they try make the best of things. Until Brenda falls in love with Sid's eldest son, Danny, and their affair causes trouble within the family... And when Sid dies and leaves the business to his cousin, Charlie, life becomes even harder for Brenda as she faces the threat of losing everything she holds dear...

Author Biography

Rosie Harris was born in Cardiff and grew up there and in the West Country. After her marriage she lived for some years on Merseyside before moving to Buckinghamshire where she still lives. She has three grown-up children, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild and writes full time.

Reviews

Fans of the late Catherine Cookson will love this moving story * Choice *