Adam, Cheryl

Lillian's Eden

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ISBN 13:
9781925581676
author:
Adam, Cheryl
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Spinifex Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
410
Dimensions:
20.3 x 15.2 centimetres
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Women, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£14.80

Description

Lillian's Eden by Cheryl Adam tells the story of a family struggling to survive in Australian rural post-war life. After their farm is destroyed by fire, Lillian agrees to care for her husband's Aunt Maggie in a coastal town, where she must balance her own needs with those of her children and two households.

As Lillian navigates this challenging new reality, she finds an unlikely ally in the feisty and eccentric Aunt Maggie. Together, they face the harsh realities of rural life behind closed doors and scented rose-filled gardens. This novel highlights the enduring strength and resilience of women like Lillian, who must contend with physical and mental demands that threaten to overwhelm them.

A rich and raw portrayal of friendship and rural life, Lillian's Eden is a powerful exploration of the challenges faced by women in new and unfamiliar environments. With its vivid characters and unflinching honesty, this novel offers a nuanced and thought-provoking look at the lives of those who call Australia home.

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