Cuckoo in Candle Lane

A Cuckoo in Candle Lane is a powerful drama of family life set in post-war London, following the Jones family as they move to a modest street in Battersea and make friends with their less fortunate neighbor, Ruth.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2018
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

A Cuckoo in Candle Lane, a powerful drama of family life set in post-war London, is the debut novel by Kitty Neale. When Elsie and Bert Jones relocate with their children, Ann and Arthur, to Candle Lane, a modest street in Battersea, they mourn their comfortable home in Wimbledon. However, they believe the move is the right decision, as Bert embarks on a new business venture.

The Jones family is a warm-hearted and compassionate bunch, and Elsie quickly befriends her less fortunate neighbor, Ruth, and her daughter, Sally. However, Elsie soon discovers that all is not well in the house next door.

This captivating novel is perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Katie Flynn. It follows the rags-to-riches journey of Elsie, a woman who rises from humble beginnings to achieve great success and wealth.

Kitty Neale is a talented author known for her gripping storytelling and intricate character development. Her previous novels, A Mother's Sacrifice and A Family Scandal, have received critical acclaim and have been bestsellers.

If you're looking for a compelling and emotional read, A Cuckoo in Candle Lane is a must-read. Don't miss out on this captivating story of family, friendship, and betrayal.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 206 x 147 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409178767