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The Village Newcomers

Rebecca Shaw author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:2nd Sep '10

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Two newcomers arrive in Turnham Malpas, creating drama and upheaval. Another warm, witty and lively tale of village life from bestselling author Rebecca Shaw.

Ford and Mercedes Barclay have decided to spend their twilight years in the lovely village of Turnham Malpas - but will these two newcomers be made welcome? Ford, a former businessman who made his fortune in scrap metal, has ambitious plans for the village. But not everyone in Turnham Malpas welcomes the newcomers with open arms...

Meanwhile, a letter arrives at the village rectory that causes consternation. The rector's twin children have never had contact with their birth mother. But now, finally, she wishes to build a relationship with them. After so many years of estrangement, what should they do...?

A quirky escapist read * BIG ISSUE IN THE NORTH *
A humorous, engaging look at village life as seen from several different perspectives. * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *

ISBN: 9781409117612

Dimensions: 196mm x 128mm x 22mm

Weight: 240g

256 pages