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The Last Lifeboat
- Narrated by: Billie Fulford-Brown
- Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins
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Summary
Liverpool 1940. Alice King stands on the deck of SS Carlisle, waiting to escort a group of children to Canada as overseas evacuees. She is finally doing her bit for the war.
In London, as the Blitz bombs rain down and the threat of German invasion looms, Lily Nicholls anxiously counts the days for news of her son and daughter’s safe arrival.
But when disaster strikes in the Atlantic, Alice and Lily – one at sea, the other on land – will quickly become one another’s very best hope. The events of one night, and the eight unimaginable days that follow, will bind the two women together in unforgettable ways.
Inspired by a remarkable true story, The Last Lifeboat is a gripping and triumphant tale of love, courage and hope against the odds.
Critic reviews
"Heart-wrenching...a story that needs to be remembered." (Fern Britton)
"This novel is a journey into the worst hardships of war for two women who have to make unbearable choices, and yet throughout it is bathed in the warmth of love." (Gill Paul)
"Gripping, devastating, tremendously moving, The Last Lifeboat is a tale of bravery and remarkable endurance, the kindness of strangers, and the power of hope." (Jenny Ashcroft)
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- Alex Moorin
- 28-11-23
Fascinating, moving, inspiring
Such an interesting story, told from different perspectives. Based heavily in fact, which makes it all the more powerful, devastating and moving. I will now look up other books from this author.
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- Vincent Hughes
- 23-09-23
Great story but awful narration.
I really couldn't listen to this narrator any longer and read the book instead. She sounded like Mary Poppins and I was constantly waiting for her to say "spit spot" or "come along children " Her attempt at an Irish accent was the last straw for me. A brilliant story spoilt by a poor narration.
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