
The Hollywood Runaway
A gripping new historical novella from Alexandra Weston
by Alexandra Weston
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Pub Date Aug 30 2025 | Archive Date Aug 27 2025
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Description
"Alexandra Weston creates a spellbinding group of believable, heart-warming characters who you desperately want to succeed." Alexandra Walsh, Daughter of the Stones.
Liverpool, September 1932.
Miner's daughter Olivia Swift believed her future was clear-cut: a steady husband, a home, and a family of her own one day. But when a shocking secret shatters her wedding plans, Olivia makes a desperate, irreversible choice. With a one-way ticket to America, she abandons everything familiar for a terrifying unknown.
Far from England and her family, Olivia is adrift in a strange new world, the promise of excitement overshadowed by a growing dread. Can this runaway forge a new life from the ashes of her old one, or will her American dream remain just out of reach?
A reckless journey of escape...or a chance to start living again?
A gripping new historical novel from a wonderful new voice. Perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins-Reid, Wendy Holden and Allison Pataki.
Praise for Alexandra Weston:
"The Hollywood Runaway perfectly captures the excitement, and the fear, of beginning again. It’s a tale of friendship and forgiveness and heart-warming characters who you desperately want to succeed." Bestselling author, Alexandra Walsh,
"Set in the glamorous world of 1930s Hollywood, Weston has written a stunning book that I devoured in two days, with a heroine I was rooting for all the way. Full of surprises, this book gets five shiny Oscar-winning stars from me" Bestselling author Jenni Keer
'A delightful and perfectly pitched story of the golden age of Hollywood and a young woman’s struggle to find her place in the world.' Bestselling author Lauren Westwood.
'I absolutely loved this book! The story catapulted me straight into gloomy post war Britain then onto glamorous Hollywood. I really felt for Audrey as she battled to follow her dreams at a time when women were expected to be demure and decorative. I was captivated by this gorgeous read from the very first page.' Bestselling author Victoria Springfield.
"I adored this beautiful story. A glorious, unforgettable read" Bestselling author Renita D'Silva
"Jane Eyre meets Rebecca meets Swing Time! I absolutely loved this beautifully written tale of old Hollywood - and Yorkshire! Mysterious, evocative and so compelling, I read it in 24 hours” Bestselling author Jenni Fletcher
"I loved this book such a sweet and beautiful story! I thoroughly enjoyed reading it! Definitely 5 stars!" Reader Review
"One of the most charming books I've read in a long time" Reader Review
"Fabulous book!! It had some serious Evelyn Hugo vibes" Reader Review
"I can’t wait to read more from Alexandra Weston as this was fantastic" Reader Review
Available Editions
EDITION | Ebook |
ISBN | 9781806251438 |
PRICE | £0.99 (GBP) |
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