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Abandoned Wharf Sisters

By: Faye Godwin
Narrated by: Gareth Richards
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The streets of Whitechapel are a savage place to grow up, especially during the terrible winter of 1895. Even before she was brought into the world, the odds were stacked against Effie Wilson.

Born to two irresponsible, alcoholic parents, Effie is the eldest of five children - none of whom really stand a chance. Matters are made even worse when Effie’s parents disappear one day, never to return.

Effie, who is only 13, and her brother John need to care for their three little sisters, but London is no place for children on their own. Scrambling to stave off starvation and homelessness, Effie and John disagree on how to protect their siblings.

Now alone with her sisters, Effie will do anything for them, but she’s beginning to realize that her efforts will never be enough. Her only hope could rest in Willie Green, a sweet boy with bright hazel eyes who comes and goes from Effie’s life.

If only she knew when he might appear again...

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It was quite a sad book and managed to bring some tears to my eyes, but very realistic and captivating. Thanks God (or Faye Godwin), it had a happy end 😅
The narrator was ok, but quite a few times he repeated himself.

Heartbreaking story

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I found this book very enjoyable, it is simple telling a sad story of abandonment and the courage of an elder sister doing her best to look after her siblings. It is very sad in parts but I think it gives a good example of how the poverty stricken suffered in the late 1800's. The narration was pretty good and the story moved along at a reasonable pace, it is only short so was easy to listen to in one sitting. ***** will definitely be listening to more of this author.

Really enjoyed it.

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