New Neighbours for Coronation Close
- Author Lizzie Lane, Lizzie Lizzie Lane
- Narrator Anne Dover
- Publisher Boldwood Books
- Publish Date 4 January 2023
- Run Time 9 hours and 48 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Adventure fiction, Category fiction, Classic fiction, Family life fiction, Fiction: mashup, Generational sagas, Historical fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Narrative theme: Social issues, Second World War fiction.
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What to expect
The start of a BRAND NEW, gritty series set in Bristol from bestselling author Lizzie Lane.
A family on the move from the dark and dangerous slums to surburbia...
Bristol 1936
Jenny Crawford has resigned herself to a loveless marriage living hand to mouth with their two children. Like many others, husband Roy struggles to find work at the docks but a chance encounter turns the family's fortunes around.
Not only does he get regular work but they are also allocated a council house on Coronation Close on the outskirts of the city. Jenny and the children are overjoyed, this is the fresh start she could only ever dream of.
But trouble feels never too far away. With Roy spending more time with Sir Oswald Molsey bullying black shirts, Jenny is left to her own devices and eager to fit in begins to make new friends.
Thankful of peace, Jenny has her head turned firstly by an old love and then by her knight in shining armour.
Does she allow herself to glimpse a chance of happiness?
Whatever happens the consequences could be dire if Roy ever finds out...
An atmospheric gritty historical saga following the ups and downs of families who fight for a better life post-war in Bristol
Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella J Miller and Tracy Baines.
Have you tried Lizzie Lane’s other series – The Tobacco Grils and the Orchard Cottage Hospital – you’ll just love them!
What readers are saying about The Coronation Close series:
Praise for Lizzie Lane
'Packed with vivid historical detail which brings this book to life. I will be first in the queue for the next instalment.' - Fenella J Miller
'It was fabulous. I got so taken up with the families and I just felt I could see the houses they lived in and the streets where they grew up.' - Reader Review
'Brilliant read. Addicted to this author, story based in Bristol & is compulsive reading especially if you are Bristol born. Love the characters & plot' - Reader Review
'Great read. A story of hardship, poverty, friendship and loyalty. A family living in slums not knowing where their next meal was coming from.' - Reader Review
Lizzie Lane’s books are an easy read. For me having grown up in post war Bristol her stories bring back many memories.There are some twists and turns along the way. A thoroughly good read as usual. Can’t wait for the next book.' - Reader Review
'I couldn't put it down, It didn't disappoint.' - Reader Review
'It kept me interested the whole way through.Some unanswered questions. looking forward to the next book' - Reader Review
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