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Narrated by:
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Norma Butikofer
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By:
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Caroline Lea
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In 1920s Toronto, best friends Lily di Marco and Mae Thebault used to be inseparable. They lived under the same roof and cared for each other's children—in a world where men held all the power, they looked out for one another. But then the Great Depression hits, changing their relationship forever, as both women are forced to make impossible decisions to save themselves—and their families—from ruin.
As times get increasingly desperate, the fever of the Great Stork Derby grips the nation, where the woman who bears the most children is in line for a cash prize. The derby is both a cruel game and a welcome distraction, but for Lily and Mae, what bond will prove most sacred? That of family, or that of unimaginable wealth?
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- CJ
- 21-05-23
An education in hardship and wealth
Listen to the whole book almost in 3 sittings. Read beautifully, written beautifully. An enthralling exciting and devastating novel. I learnt a lot about the plight of women from all social and class backgrounds, both as tragic and moving as each other. More than just a tale of a mothers’ love for her children.
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- R
- 01-05-23
An astonishing story!
Can't stop thinking about this breathtaking novel. It's amazing to think that this is based on a true story. Lea transports you into the heartbreaking perspectives of these women who struggle to raise their families during the great depression whilst having the carrot of a huge prize dangled by the media... a prize that goes to the woman that has the most children in a ten year period!
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- sophie adams
- 07-05-23
The reviews didn't do it justice. its a must read.
A beautiful story following the lives of Lily and Mae and the true friendship between the two unlikely women. I had previously not herd of the Great Stork Derby however on finishing the book I am entrigued to learn more of the real event. stunningly written.
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