1950's Soho London: Rosie is the adopted daughter of an eclectic couple. But Rosie is the light if the neighbourhood'. She lives with her Aunt Maggie and Uncle Bert after her mother left Rosie when she was just months old. Rosie is now seven years old. Her aunt and uncle own a cafe and that's where all the quirky characters go.

The story is based on the authors upbringing. This is not a mystery story but a story that has some mystery. Some of the mystery surrounds Rosie., the narrator of the book. This is an enchanting tale.

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Lovely story really enjoyed the young Pipi The characters surrounding her are warm wonderful full of life.Add actouch of mystery and this was a book I really enjoyed,#netgaley#randomhouseuk

Such a charming story. Told thru the eyes of a child post ww2 in west london. Mysteries, friendships and danger. Charming cast of characters.

Great storyline enjoyed reading and the characters were good
A fantastic read really enjoyed it

Definitely give a four star and would recommend to others

I very much enjoyed this delightful book written from the viewpoint of the young child Rosie, whose mother, “the Perfumed Lady,” comes and goes periodically in her life and the story. Rosie is “parented” by cafe owners “Aunt Maggie and Uncle Bert,” contacts of her mother with whom she happily lives, as well as an eclectic variety of their adult friends in the Soho area of London around the post-World War II Coronation time. Among these are Paulette, at first a “tart” like Rosie’s mother; the Campaninis a large Italian family and their son Luigi; Sharky Finn the somewhat “bent” lawyer, Maltese Joe and Madame Zelda, (Clairvoyant to the Stars). This diverse community not only takes care of Rosie in a variety of ways, big and small, but also of each other. Many adventures and challenges occur, often involving the appearances of the alcoholic Perfumed Lady and her antics.

The wry observations of Rosie on school personalities and the characters surrounding her reflect the child viewpoint beautifully and were a large part of why I enjoyed the book so much. I will be looking forward to reading others in the series.

My thanks to Netgalley for an electronic copy of this book. #NotAllTartsAreApple

A very sweet story about Rosie, adopted daughter of an eclectic couple in wartime London. Not sure of who her mother is, Rosie nevertheless is the light of the neighborhood. When some of her story comes to light, various nefarious characters try to kidnap and use the little girl for their own ends. Written from Rosie's point of view, in very English style, heartwarming!

Great storyline and brilliant characters
A fantastic read really enjoyed it

Definitely give a four star and would recommend to others

First in a series. Great story of East End London and family secrets. Leaves you wanting more of Rosies life.

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. I have not read anything from this author for ages and I am kicking myself. I really enjoyed this, well written with absolutely great characters and also attention to detail. Loved it.

An interesting book to read because it it's told by a seven year old girl. I enjoyed reading it as the characters were all different. They were cheerful, funny and all loving to Rosie and wanted to keep her safe. I do recommend that you read this book.

This book's story is told through the eyes of a child,with brilliant characters like Uncle Bert and Aunt Maggie.I can highly recommend this book 5*

Rosie lives with her aunt maggie and uncle Bert after her mother left when she was only a few months old. the featherbys run a cafe in London.
this book is told through the eyes of a seven year old, her real mother known as perfumed lady.
and enchanting story throughout that i really enjoyed.
as Rosie grows up we are taking on with lots of characters.
sharp and witty in places, a very good read