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The Lost Orphan #ourgoodlifebooklist

I read a lot of books and rarely am I so riveted that I cannot put the book down, but this was the case for The Lost Orphan by Stacey Halls.  My favorite genre is historical fiction and I am a stickler for accurate information.  I actually had to do some of my own research, because I was unfamiliar with the setting.



I was carried away into this new part of English history that I was unaware of.  The author wove the story beautifully and I was stunned when a major part of the story revealed itself, at the perfect time.  I was enthralled by the author's description of the Georgian period in London.  It is a complete picture, just like Dickens is to Victorian London.

The author did a lovely job of developing the characters. Bess is the lead, and we understand and feel for her situation in life.  I hadn't heard of a shrimp vendor before and that provided an interesting detail to the story.  Alexandra is a widow with some issues of her own, that limit her in developing loving and caring relationships.

The book is centered around how women at that time could not keep their children if they were unmarried.  They are expected to bring them to the Foundling Hospital for the first six years of the child's life, after that, they can be reclaimed by their mothers.  Bess works hard and saves to reclaim her child. This is where the story becomes very deep and dark.

And this, dear readers, is where I am going to leave you in this book.  The poverty, depth of characters, superior writing and excellent ending are going to have to encourage you to purchase this book and read it yourself!

Stacey Halls has been the media editor at the Bookseller and the books editor at Stylist.co.uk. She has also written for the Independent and Fabulous magazine, where she is currently deputy chief subeditor. Halls grew up in Rossendale, Lancashire, and has always been fascinated by the Pendle witches. She currently lives in London. This is her first novel.



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  1. This sounds like a fabulous book! I have been reading a ton since being home, so I'll be adding this one to my list.

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  2. This sounds like a great book! My mom loves to read, and this book sounds like something she will love. I think I'll send it to her for her birthday.

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  3. The book sounds like one I would love. I just checked my library's online catalogue and they don't have it, but I put in a recommendation for it. Hopefully they get it soon because I'd really like to read it!

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  4. That sounds like a fascinating book. I'll be checking it out, since I love to read, and I'm always looking for a good book.

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  5. R U S S9:32 PM

    I'm big on historical fiction, too. It literally takes you to a different time. Your post is so timely because I've been doing a lot of reading since lockdown and I'm definitely including The Lost Orphan in my reading list.

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  6. Chef Dennis1:18 AM

    I've been spending a lot of time reading since the lockdown. The Lost Orphan by Stacey Halls sounds like an amazing book to read. I will definitely check this one out.

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  7. My husband reads book/s every single day and he's always on the lookout for new books to read. Will tell him about this book. -LYNNDEE

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  8. I need to get this book! I have been trying to read more at night instead of watching TV. Thanks for the recommendation.

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  9. I love reading and discovering new books! The Lost Orphan seems to be an interesting book, but a little bit sad!

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  10. This sounds like a good book. I am in need of some more good books to read too. I can't wait for the library to open back up so I can get some more books.

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  11. This sounds like a pretty amazing book. I have to add this to my reading list.

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  12. What an interesting story. I do enjoy historical fiction, and the story sounds unique. I have been finding much more time for reading and will have to see if I can get a copy of this.

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  13. Sounds like a great book with slices of history woven throughout. I'm a fan of reading and alway looking for new books. I'm going to check this one out. Cheers

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