
The Runaway Children
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Narrated by:
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Alison Campbell
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By:
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Sandy Taylor
An unforgettable journey of two evacuee sisters during the Second World War - and their determination to stay together no matter what.
London, 1942: Thirteen-year-old Nell and five-year-old Olive are being sent away from home to escape the devastation of the East End during the Blitz. Leaving behind their beloved mother and brothers, they don’t know if they will ever see them again. As the sisters adjust to their new life in a close-knit Welsh village, they gradually find hope in the friendships they make. And Nell kindles a special bond with fellow evacuee Jimmy, who makes her smile even at the hardest of times. But when little Olive’s safety is threatened, Nell makes a decision that will change their lives forever. They must run from danger and find their way home....
Together, through tears and laughter, the two sisters hold each other’s hands as they make an incredibly brave journey across war-torn England. Will they be reunited with the family they have missed for so many years? Or is there more heartache to come?
A moving story of unconditional love, friendship and the fight for survival during a time of unimaginable change. This book is guaranteed to find a place in your heart. Perfect for fans of Orphan Train and The Girl With No Name.
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Well read with perfect inflections.
Absolutely Wonderful
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I loved the fact that these two stayed together through the whole war and triumphed in the end. We forget that thousands upon thousands of kids were separated from their families during the war in the U.K. For some it was the best thing which ever happened to them. For others it was a nightmare which never left them. This is not a profound story in many ways, but its gentleness and attention to detail made it a lovely read. The narrator was good, and could sound extremely young sometimes. Either she really is, or can just get into the characters. Her accents were good and she obviously liked the girls she was voicing. It's a lovely read for a dreary day. It will help restore your faith in people if you are feeling a bit jaded.
Love and loyalty win
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Less urgent, less anxious kind of love
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Delightful
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This story will stay with me for a very long time. I smiled, I laughed and I cried, all the while in my daily walks.
Thank you for this glorious book!!
The Runaway Children
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Amazing!!!!
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Love this story
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Overall feel good story about two sisters-evacuees - sent away by parents ,like so many children in London, in order to keep them safe from air raids. I agree with others,
it could be a good read for younger readers. As these sisters journey thru four years away from their family they encounter many people along the way eager to help them and who influence and motivate them into becoming the young women they grow to be.
A lovely story
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Best narration, I’ve ever experienced!
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Loved the narrates accent
Would like to listen to more of her stories
Good listen
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