An Orphan in the Snow

Name: An Orphan in the Snow
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Molly Green
ISBN: 9780008238964

Author: Molly Green

Narrator: Karen Cass

Unabridged: 12 hr 1 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Avon

Published: 12/07/2017

Categories: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Sagas, Family Life, Coming Of Age

Synopsis

Bestselling historical fiction author Molly Green is back with her most engrossing, heartfelt World War Two saga yet! Preorder now! Praise for War rages, but the women and children of Liverpool’s Dr Barnardo’s Home cannot give up hope… LIVERPOOL, 1941 Haunted by the death of her sister, June Lavender takes a job at a Dr Barnardo’s orphanage. June couldn’t save Clara from their father’s violence, but perhaps she can help children whose lives have been torn apart by war. A WORLD AT WAR When June bumps into Flight Lieutenant Murray Andrews on the bombed streets of Liverpool, the attraction is instant. But how can they think of love when war is tearing the world apart? A FIGHT FOR HOPE As winter closes in, and the war rages on, can June find the strength and courage to make a better life for herself and the children? A gripping story of love, friendship and hope in the darkest of places, perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Katie Flynn. 'A and novel' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another book by Molly Green' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'One of those books you' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Enjoyed the book immensely' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviews

Goodreads review by Deanne on December 07, 2017

Her childhood was not an easy one, her father was a violent drunk and her mother died way too young. Haunted by her younger sister's death, June can't take home life anymore and travels from her home to accept at job in Liverpool at Dr Barnardo’s orphanage. June couldn't save her sister from their f......more

Goodreads review by Shirley on May 16, 2018

A world war two story that was a really enjoyable read. Very well written and very hard to put down. Recommended.......more

Goodreads review by Ruth on August 20, 2018

June had a horrible childhood and the loss of her younger sister by an abusive father haunted her. When a job came up as a nursery nurse at Dr. Barnardo's home for orphans, June saw this as a way to make up for Clara's death. Little did June know that she would soon face the evil matron of the house......more

Goodreads review by Melanie on April 15, 2018

I see that I’m in the minority here with my “average” rating. However I just didn’t love this book. The main character sounded much more juvenile in her thoughts than I would have expected someone her age and in that position to be. I felt like I was reading a book written for young adults...and may......more

Goodreads review by Elicia on January 05, 2023

If you are interested in war books then this book will be perfect for you. The book explored the orphanage within london which saw the development of in particular one of the workers. The reason I didn’t give it five stars because this is not my typical book genre. The plot, characters and developme......more

Quotes

Authors and reviewers LOVE Molly Green! ‘Molly Green creates and situations that keep you turning the pages.’ 'A , gripping story’ ‘Redolent of wartime Britain and brimming with stories from several characters, Molly Green's sure-footed novel shows just how challenging it was to find love and a place to call home in the dark days of the war.’ ‘A lovely, heartfelt, slice of saga fiction … an , generous read.’ ‘A read’ ‘Meticulously researched … An story, with a strong, likeable female protagonist facing issues we still face today.’ ‘, a well written, plausible plot and very good descriptions of the time and place.’