This is a strong contender for my favourite book of 2021 so far. I absolutely loved this story and the characters and felt fully invested in the ups and downs of their lives.
The book covers many years from the late 1950s to the present day, opening with the early days of the relationship between Drummond, who is based at an army training centre to prepare for nuclear war, and Gwen, who is working as a barmaid nearby. From the early origins of their love affair across the years as they raise a family and relocate to the countryside, the book details how political events impact their marriage, friendships and their children Anneka and Nate.
Every character in this book was believable, well developed and had their own journey throughout the story. I was really impressed with how the book balanced all these stories so well and explored how the issues faced by each character impacted on those around them. The political context was fantastic too and was used to brilliant effect to explain the motivations and behaviours of the characters over the years.
This is a story and a family that will stay with me for a long time and definitely a book I will want to revisit many times in the future. I found it completely captivating and immersive. An all-time new favourite.
Thank you to Readers First for the copy of this book.
The book covers many years from the late 1950s to the present day, opening with the early days of the relationship between Drummond, who is based at an army training centre to prepare for nuclear war, and Gwen, who is working as a barmaid nearby. From the early origins of their love affair across the years as they raise a family and relocate to the countryside, the book details how political events impact their marriage, friendships and their children Anneka and Nate.
Every character in this book was believable, well developed and had their own journey throughout the story. I was really impressed with how the book balanced all these stories so well and explored how the issues faced by each character impacted on those around them. The political context was fantastic too and was used to brilliant effect to explain the motivations and behaviours of the characters over the years.
This is a story and a family that will stay with me for a long time and definitely a book I will want to revisit many times in the future. I found it completely captivating and immersive. An all-time new favourite.
Thank you to Readers First for the copy of this book.