The Long Walk Home
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The Long Walk Home
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Narrated by:
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Anne Dover
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By:
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Valerie Wood
About this listen
Young Mikey Quinn, scavenging on the streets of Hull, is thrown into prison for stealing a rabbit from the butcher. His chief accuser, a well-to-do lawyer, has a daughter, Eleanor, whom he badly mistreats. When Mikey is released he finds that his mother has died and his brothers have been taken into the workhouse - determined to find a better life for his family, he walks all the way to London to seek his fortune.
There, he finds that the grim realities of city life are even worse than they were in Hull, and comes under the evil patronage of the sinister Tully, first encountered when he was in prison. But he also meets Eleanor again, and between them they face the dangers of London and gradually make a new life for themselves. Together they have to face journeying back to Hull - the long walk home.
©2008 Valerie Wood (P)2010 Penguin AudioWhat listeners say about The Long Walk Home
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Carol Anne Harvey
- 18-02-2018
Good read
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
The story, while reasonably predictable, is brought to life by the wonderful narration.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Long Walk Home?
I enjoyed Eleanor’s gutsy move to London and her willingness to approach and accept people outside her social circle. I found that refreshing and it made her likeable.
Which character – as performed by Anne Dover – was your favourite?
Actually, I particularly liked Bridget’s Irish Mum.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No, but I did look forward to listening to it before I went to bed.
Any additional comments?
Predictable genre but enjoyable nonetheless.I like the writer’s work.
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