Winter, Liverpool 1947. Evie Kilgaren is a fighter. Abandoned by
her mother and with her father long gone, she is left to raise her
siblings in dockside Liverpool, as they battle against the coldest
winter on record. But she is determined to make a life for herself
and create a happy home for what's left of her family. Desperate
for work, Evie takes a job at the Tram Tavern under the kindly
watch of pub landlady, and pillar of the community, Connie Sharp.
But Connie has problems of her own when her quiet life of
spinsterhood is upturned with the arrival of a mysterious
undercover detective from out of town. When melting ice reveals a
body in the canal, things take a turn for the worst for the
residents of Reckoner's Row. Who could be responsible for such a
brutal attack? And can Evie keep her family safe before they strike
again? A gritty, historical family drama full of laughter and tears
from the author of Annie Groves' bestsellers including Child of the
Mersey and Christmas on the Mersey. Perfect for fans of Nadine
Dorries, Katie Flynn and Dilly Court. 'I found The Orphan Daughter
a thoroughly enjoyable, powerful novel set against the background
of a war-battered city still struggling against austerity,
rationing, the black market and poverty. A fast paced story-line
and believable characters added to the authenticity of what I am
sure will be the beginning of a series of successful books for
Sheila Riley.' Lyn Andrews 'An enchanting, warm and deeply touching
story about a brave young girl fighting against injustice. Loved it
and look forward to her next book.' Cathy Sharp, author of the
best-selling Orphans of Halfpenny Street. What readers are saying
about The Mersey Orphan:'Oh what a wonderful story this is. I
enjoyed every bit of Evies story suffering lots of traumas and
struggles in her life. This book will definitely keep you reading
on chapter after chapter I really enjoyed it, and looking forward
to more from this author. A beautiful family saga.' 'Excellent
story with characters that pull at your heartstrings.' 'Powerful,
emotional and intense, The Orphan Daughter has at its heart a
fantastic heroine readers will root for and a cast of brilliantly
nuanced characters it is impossible not to care about. Written
straight from the heart, The Orphan Daughter is a must-read for
saga fans everywhere!' 'A really heart warming read for the winter
months. Lovely characters, richly drawn and well rounded.' 'From
the first page I was hooked. I've loved reading this fabulous
story.' Praise for Sheila Riley: 'A powerful and totally absorbing
family saga that is not to be missed. I turned the pages almost
faster than I could read.' Carol Rivers 'A fabulous story of twists
and turns - a totally unputdownable, page turner that had me
cheering on the characters. I loved it!' Rosie Hendry 'A thoroughly
enjoyable, powerful novel' Lyn Andrews 'An enchanting, warm and
deeply touching story' Cathy Sharp 'Vivid, compelling and full of
heart. Sheila is a natural-born storyteller.' Kate Thompson 'This
author knows the Liverpool she writes about; masterly storytelling
from a true Mersey Mistress.' Lizzie Lane
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