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The World at My Feet

By: Catherine Isaac, Rose Akroyd
Narrated by: Kristin Atherton
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 The dazzling new novel from Richard & Judy book club author Catherine Isaac, The World at my Feet is a story about the transforming power of love, as one woman journeys to uncover the past and reshape her future.

The secrets that bind us can also tear us apart…

1990. Harriet is a journalist. Her job takes her to dangerous places, where she asks questions and tries to make a difference. But when she is sent to Romania, to the state orphanages the world is only just learning about, she is forced to rethink her most important rule.

2018. Ellie is a gardener. Her garden is her sanctuary, her pride and joy. But, though she spends long days outdoors, she hasn’t set foot beyond her gate for far too long. Now someone enters her life who could finally be the reason she needs to overcome her fears.

From post-revolution Romania to the idyllic English countryside, The World at My Feet is the story of two women, two worlds, and a journey of self-discovery that spans a lifetime.

** Shhh... Can you keep a secret? We can’t wait to hear what you think about #TheWorldAtMyFeet. No spoilers please! **©2020 Catherine Isaac (P)2020 Simon & Schuster UK Contemporary Contemporary Romance Fiction Friendship Genre Fiction Romance

Critic Reviews

‘The World at my Feet is a profoundly moving, heart-filled story showing that, even in the darkest winter, new shoots of love, laughter and hope are waiting to burst through. Ellie is a wonderful character, whose daily acts of courage are an inspiration. As she nurtures her beloved garden, and reaches out to those beyond its walls, she finds her own way through to the sunlight. Catherine Isaac handles Ellie’s backstory with the kind of sensitivity and delicacy that’s the mark of an exceptionally accomplished writer. The World at my Feet is exactly the kind of story we all need right now. I adored it’ (Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus)
‘A poignant and perceptive novel of love and courage in the face of terrible adversity’ (Erica James, author of Letters From the Past)
'Such an interesting and beautifully written book – I loved it and would highly recommend adding it to your 2021 reading list. It is a wonderful story that I know readers are going to feel moved and uplifted by' (Libby Page, author of The Lido)
'Beautifully written, thought-provoking and ultimately uplifting – The World At My Feet is Catherine Isaac's best book so far!'
(Debbie Johnson, author of Maybe One Day)
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I loved all of this! The story had some unexpected twists and was hard to put down. The author did an amazing job of capturing feelings and emotions of a very difficult situation. Heart wrenching at times.

Brilliantly read beautiful story

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This was the first book I had listened to by Catherine Isaac and it was excellent. Isaac gives us a masterfully written story, which expertly portrays the impact of early childhood adversity through Ellie's life and a journey of healing - of finding self and finding love. The narrator did a great job of capturing the different characters and the changing affect of Ellie. I will definately listen to more by Isaac and Ackroyd.

Great story of growth, love, support & resilience

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Loved this but the little boy voice really annoyed me. Sounded like a very naughty little boy when in fact he was just a sweet wee guy.

Great story but annoying little boy voice

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