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The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter

By: Hazel Gaynor
Narrated by: Imogen Church
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 ‘Exquisite… a clear head and shoulders above the rest’ Sunday Independent

1838: when a terrible storm blows up off the Northumberland coast, Grace Darling, the lighthouse-keeper’s daughter, knows there is little chance of survival for the passengers on the small ship battling the waves. But her actions set in motion an incredible feat of bravery that echoes down the century.
1938: when nineteen-year-old Matilda Emmerson sails from across the Atlantic to New England, she faces an uncertain future. Sent away in disgrace, she must stay with her reclusive relative, Harriet Flaherty, a lighthouse keeper on Rhode Island. Once there, Matilda discovers a discarded portrait that opens a window on to a secret that will change her life forever.

©2018 Hazel Gaynor (P)2019 HarperCollins Publishers Limited 20th Century Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance Women's Fiction Heartfelt

Critic Reviews

‘Atmospheric’ My Weekly

‘Shines a brilliant light on female courage and endurance…A splendid read’ Kate Quinn, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Alice Network

‘This exquisite, thoroughly researched book places her a clear head and shoulders above the rest.’ Sunday Independent

‘Beautiful, heart-wrenching yet life affirming – I loved it.’ Fionnuala Kearney author of You, Me and Other People

‘A compelling read, the best kind of historical fiction.’ Portobello Book Blog

‘So absorbing, I couldn’t put it down.’ Book Chat

‘Hazel delivers a cast of strong, courageous women for readers to fall in love with.’ writing.ie
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The book was very well written and researched
I’m a happily ever after sort of person and wished the hero and heroine could have been together
The years of their life was a problem as propriety and expectations were very important in the 1800’s
However, there was a lot more sadness to this story than joy

Of two minds....

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The Lighthouse keepers daughter reveals the many different forms of love that can be found and lost. The love of the sea., the love of family the love of one another and the love of tradition and history. A warm sometimes stormy story, that is heart wrenching and heart warming.
Congratulations to author and narrator. E.J

A most enjoyable book one I think you should read and enjoy.

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A great story with excellent narration.
This story introduced the characters at a smooth pace, although a sad ending it portrays the hard work & dedication the lighthouse keepers endured,
This story gives a brief insight to how life was as a keeper in the 1800's to early 1900"s.
I got this book as a daily read special price but its worth full price.
Highly recommended.

A great Read

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Heart warming, captivating, generous and more. I was utterly carried away by this tale of two times. Beautifully written and well read.

Read this book!

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What a beautifully written story with equally beautiful narration! I love this book. It is thoughtful, careful, respectful and yet so deep and honest and heartfelt!

My heart!

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As one who loves genealogy and historical fiction this book was a joy to listen to. The descriptive language paints detailed images in one's mind.

Historical events come alive.

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This was an excellent book well written, great narrator and I loved the story line. Fabulous audio couldn't stop listening to it.

Great Book Well Worth a Listen

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The narrator gets 100 point absolutely fabulous. The characters are great and the story is beautifully written. Full of love courage loss and aspirations. Love this book could not listening. Highly recommended!!

Great book! Love it

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Author & Narrator blend language beautifully in this historical story. it shall stay with me.

love, love, love this story.

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Not a bad book but the narration make me think I couldn't go on, glad i did though.
the story was enjoyable

A pleasant read

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