The Orphan's Island: An unmissable compelling historical novel (Amherst Island)

ISBN: 180019112X

Author: Hewitt, Kate

Condition: New

1904: Ellen Copley is still a child when she leaves behind the sooty rail yards of Glasgow, and crosses the Atlantic Ocean with a heart full of dreams. Yet within weeks of their arrival in America, her father has disappeared-leaving Ellen with resentful relatives, feeling alone and scared for her future.But then her kind Aunt Rose invites Ellen to stay with her large family, in their rambling house on beautiful Amherst Island, which nestles like a jewel in the blue waters of Lake Ontario.There Ellen finally begins to find the love and acceptance she has long been craving-both from Aunt Roses boisterous family, and from the boys next door, Jed and Lucas Lyman. Its Jed shes drawn to the one with the twinkling eyes, who teases her, and laughs with her, and soon steals her heartBut does Jed love her back? Because-even though Amherst Island feels like home-Ellen knows she cant stay there with a broken heartThis is the first book in the unmissable Amherst Island Trilogy that follows the life and love of Ellen Copley from the magic of Lake Ontario to the bloody battlefields of the First World War and beyond. Perfect for fans of The Oceans Between Us, The Orphan Sisters, and My Name is Eva.Previously published as Down Jasper Lane. Readers love The Orphans Island:[A] beautifully told story I highly recommend The Orphan's Island to anyone who enjoys inspirational historical fiction These are the first books I have read by this author and they most certainly will not be the last! Christian Novel Review, 5 starsA tearjerker! The storytelling is wonderful and draws you in. I cried buckets! I'm so excited to read the next chapter in Ellen's life. karen_loves_reading, 5 starsThis book was sad, happy, and so well written. I could picture the beautiful island, I could feel the emotions and yes at one point I cried. I really enjoyed reading this and I am awaiting book two to continue Ellen's journey in life. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsOh what a book! I absolutely devoured this excellent read I cannot wait for the second book. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsAn excellent historical fiction novel The author does a great job painting the pictures of the landscapes and how people lived during this time in these locations I cant wait to see what happens next. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsWhat can I say? What a great way to start a new series. I loved it. I loved the characters, I loved the environment. And I loved watching the main character growing up. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsI adored this book A perfect book to escape to with a rollercoaster of emotions. I am loving it. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsA beautiful coming of age story. Nerdy Mom Dot Com Readers love Kate Hewitt:Wow! Ive read several books by this author but this one was different, the story really came to life and I just couldnt read it fast enough. This is by far the best shes ever written, boy I just cried and cried. I cant wait to read the next two books. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsSo thrilling and gripping. It completely tugs at your heart strings!... It gave me all of the feels I truly felt that the storytelling was brilliant. This is the kind of book that stays with you. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsWhat a wonderful novel. You know its a great book when youre part of the emotions within it. It was a joy to walk with Ellen during her coming of age years. Great job Kate!! Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars