The Mersey Orphan

A gripping family saga with a twist

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Pub Date 05 Sep 2019 | Archive Date 11 Aug 2020

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Description

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

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...


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Well i have loved reading about Evie and,Connie and the friendship they form after Connie helps evie's brother and young sister.Rene their mom has vanished which is nothing new but Evie cannot understand how their mother could just walk away.Readers will love this book i know i have as you follow evie through her struggle to care for Jack and Lucy but she finds it hard to accept help from others but thanks to Connie she learns how to.I won't give the plot away but Sheila Riley has a brilliant talent and i love how you are drawn in and walk side by side with Evie and Connie as they walk through life.Excellent story with charactors that pull at your heartstrings.Worthy of the 5*

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