Books by Sandy Taylor

Ireland, 1924. For thirteen-year-old Nora Doyle every day is a fight for survival in Ballybun, the rural Irish village she calls home. Each night, as she feels the cold wind blowing through the cracks of her family's cramped cottage, Nora longs to escape the poverty surrounding her, and find her place in the world. When she meets Edward, from the grand house that looms over her tiny village, she feels an unlikely kinship that is impossible to explain, and as she grows from an impulsive child into a beautiful woman, Nora spends every moment she can with him. But Edward holds the key to a devastating truth about Nora's own family that will change her life forever, leading Nora away from the village, to the bright, dazzling lights of Dublin, and the charming baker Joe Lynch. But sorrow is never far away for an Irish village girl, and when tragedy strikes, Nora must return to Ballybun and face up to the truth that drove her away. But back amongst the familiar sights and smells of her childhood, Nora feels herself drawn once more to her old life, and love, and she faces an impossible choice. Can she deny her roots, or will she always be the girl from Paradise Alley? A heart-wrenching story of love, loss and the power of friendship during unimaginable hardship. This book is perfect for fans of Orphan Train and Diney Costeloe's The Girl with No Name. What readers are saying about Sandy Taylor:';Oh my word what a fabulous book I just loved every page of it. This book drew me right in and I was glued to it right up to the final page A massive 5 stars from me.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ';Wow right from the start I was hooked to the pages brilliant full of joy and also heartbreak my heart was being wrenched out an absolutely gorgeous story full of highs and lows I couldn't put this book down.' Katie's Book Cave, 5 stars ';Wow!! What a heartbreaking story I ever read! I absolutely loved that book sooooo much I definitely will read more books from this author amazing!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 star ';Oh WOW What a beautiful heart-warming story this is drew me in and I loved it from the very first page. I couldn't get enough I was reading this until 1am.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ';I fell in love fabulous an enthralling read that I didn't want to put down. I was so wrapped up heart-warming and beautifully written will have you hooked until the very last page

A heart-wrenching, unforgettable story of two evacuee sisters during the Second World War Perfect for fans ofOrphan Train,Nadine Dorries and Diney Costeloe.London, 1942: Thirteen-year-oldNelland five-year-oldOliveare being sent away from the devastation of the East End. They are leaving the terror of the Blitz and nights spent shivering in air raid shelters behind them, but will the strangers they are placed with be kind and loving, or are there different hardships ahead?As the sisters struggle to adjust to life as evacuees, they soon discover that living in the countryside isnt always idyllic. Nell misses her mother and brothers more than anything but she has to stay strong for Olive. When little Olives safety is threatened by a boy at Hackers Farm, Nell has to make a decision that will change their lives foreverThey must run from danger and try to find their way home.Together the two girls hold each others hands as they begin their perilous journey across bombed-out Britain. But when Nell falls ill, can she still protect her little sister from the war raging around them? And will they ever be reunited from the family theyve been torn from?An unputdownable novel of unconditional love, friendship and the fight for survival during a time of unimaginable change. The Runaway Children is guaranteed to find a place in your heart.Why readers are falling in love with The Runaway Children:Oh my goodness what an absolutely fantastic story this was. I absolutely loved it an absolutely wonderful story I had tears rolling down my face I would give this book more than five stars if I could. Goodreads Reviewer, 5 starsWOW!!!!!... so beautifully written that you are sure it will become an instant classic had me in tears throughout left me feeling hopeful and wanting more! A Book With Review, 5 starsI absolutely adored The Runaway Children incredibly heart-warming I loved every minute. Novel Deelights, 5 starsWhat an absolutely fabulous book this is it truly was so lovely to read and my heart just melts even now just thinking about it I so wished I could vanish into those pages Simply wonderful! By the Letter Book Reviews, 5 starsOh my goodness Ive fallen in love with this book wonderful characters you want to take home with you. Little Miss No Sleep, 5 starsMy oh my where do I start with this book a tearjerkergrabbed my attention from the start by the end of the first sentence, I was hooked I simply loved reading this heart wrenching book. Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars An emotional, addictive read that I am certain will stay with me for a long time. Sandys writing is flawless For hours, I was completely lost in the world that she had created. This book had me smiling then crying and sometimes doing both at the same time

Brighton 1969: Dottie Perks steps off the train and breathes in the sea air, the smell of fish and chips, and the precious childhood memories of a friend and place she'll never forget.