The Storm Child is a sweeping family saga set during the run up to WW2 in the north-east of England, following the journey of a girl named Gina, who is torn away from her home and family and finds herself in a nightmare. Format: Hardback Length: 496 pages Publication date: 17 September 2020 Publisher: Pan Macmillan From the acclaimed author of One Snowy Night, Rita Bradshaw, comes The Storm Child, a captivating family saga set in the tumultuous years leading up to World War II in the north-east of England.The winter season has arrived, accompanied by a fierce blizzard that leaves Elsie Redfern and her husband stranded in their hay barn. To their surprise, they find an unknown girl about to give birth in the midst of the storm. Tragically, the young mother passes away, leaving Elsie with the responsibility of raising the infant as her own daughter. She names her precious storm child Gina.Gina grows into a beautiful young girl, but her newfound safety is short-lived. Torn away from her home and family, she finds herself trapped in a nightmare from which there seems no escape. Despite the overwhelming misery and confusion, Gina's determination to survive remains unwavering.Years pass, and with the onset of womanhood comes the Second World War, bringing with it a wave of heartache, grief, and betrayal. Amidst the chaos, Gina encounters a new love, but it comes with its own set of challenges and dangers. Can Gina break free from the dark legacy of the storm child and forge a path towards a brighter future?The Storm Child is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love to overcome even the most challenging circumstances. Rita Bradshaw's storytelling weaves a rich tapestry of emotions, immersing readers in the lives of the characters and transporting them to a time of immense historical significance. Weight: 764g Dimension: 164 x 241 x 45 (mm) ISBN-13: 9781509898114
