The Last House in the Row

"Deftly written, with not a word out of place, as with all of Parr's fantastic novels." – The Bookseller Children's Previews

"A tender, moving story that really touches the heart. Absolutely beautiful." — Eloise Williams

"Lesley Parr’s family and small community settings always have such a timeless, classic feel. I loved the relationship that grows between feisty Hayley and her elderly neighbour … an accessible and appealing story of mutual understanding and kindness between generations." — Hilary McKay

"Told with equal amounts of humour and heart, this wonderful story of unexpected understanding and new-found friendship leaves the reader glowing and grinning inside. A perfectly polished gem of a story and feel-good hit." — Keith Gray

"A moving and compelling story of the unlikely friendship that grows between an elderly woman and a young girl when they discover that they have more in common than they thought … This is a story that will stay with you." — Helen Peters

"A beautifully told story that explores the power of genuine, cross-generational friendship. It is both tender and moving." — Jenny Pearson

"A perfect slice of Lesley Parr brilliance. She’s managed to condense a huge depth of emotion into just a few perfectly-formed chapters. I loved discovering how Hayley and Lillian’s unlikely seeming friendship evolved into a deep connection of warmth, respect and kindness." — Tom Percival

"Amazing things can happen when you give people a chance! The unlikely friendship between a young girl and her eccentric neighbour takes centre stage in a moving and thought-provoking novella … speaks loudly about how unexpectedly surprising people can prove to be, and how important it is to foster connections with your local community. Beautifully written and conceived, this is a book to savour long after the last page has turned." – Lancashire Post