The House on Rosebank Lane is an exquisite story of a young mother's struggles and courage in the face of adversity. Written by Millie Gray, this narrative of family love and resilience begins in the Edinburgh of 1953 with Kirsten Mowat and her beloved, Duncan Armstrong. From the tender romance that begins this book, to the ultimate triumph of strength, courage, and hope in the face of despair, The House on Rosebank Lane paints an honest and captivating portrait of the highs and lows of life and family. This captivating read is perfect for readers of all ages and offers a thought-provoking look at life’s trials and joys. It is an inspiring read that is sure to stay with the reader for years to come.

Thank you Netgalley and the Publisher for my ARC in exchange for my honest review. This was an enjoyable book.

The House on Rosebank Lane was a great novel that captivated my attention and did not let go until the very end,

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Edinburgh, 1953.

Kirsten Mowat, eighteen years old and with a joyful spring in her step, couldn’t be more in love with her sea-faring sweetheart Duncan Armstrong.

But, seven years later – after a hasty wedding, a twist of lies and wrenching loss – Duncan and Kirsten’s relationship has faded to tatters. When those closest to her turn their backs, Kirsten – alone, with a young family to care for – must gather all her spirit and strength if they are to survive.

Kirsten Mowat is eighteen in 1953, she lives in Edinburgh and is madly in love with her boyfriend Duncan Armstrong. They secretly get married at the registry office, their mothers have no idea and then have to face the music together. Soon Kirsten has two young children, a husband that’s working away at sea for months at a time and another baby on the way.

Kirsten’s baby is lucky to survive her high risk pregnancy, she’s a devoted mother to Dixie and Duncan feels neglected. After seven years of marriage, he tells her he’s starting a new job, he does a runner to Canada and she’s left to raise the three children on her own.

Kirsten has to find work, it’s not easy obtaining a job to fit in around school hours and she works for Stella Wise as a housekeeper at her brothel. She meets Inspector Eddie Carmichael, he understands her situation, he doesn't judge her, and suddenly Duncan wants a divorce. After years of sadness, loss and being abandoned and a resilient Kirsten has second chance of happiness, love and motherhood with her new husband.

The House on Rosebank Lane is a story about a woman being abandoned by her husband, raising her children alone in Edinburgh during the 1960's, a quick read, thanks to NetGalley for my copy and three stars from me.

The cover drew me in the story so well written kept me turning the pages.Really enjoyed the characters the story line#netgalley#black&whitepublishing,

A fast moving story about a woman and her children who live in Scotland. They are abandoned by the husband and father. The mother makes a good life for her children. There's a tragedy in this book that I didn't see coming and was a little disappointed in, but love conquers all in the end. Three and a half stars, rounded up to four.
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley.. Thank you, Netgalley.
All opinions are my own.

I picked this book solely on the cover. Those can be so hit or miss, but it's a fun game I like to play. This one was just middle of the road for me. I wasn't excited about the characters, but it did go by quickly. Read in one sitting. Thank you, NetGalley, for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review!

Loved this story! It was very easy to read and kept my attentions throughout. Loved the characters and the setting.

I will not be recommending this book. It is far too short with characters that are flat and undeveloped. I know some readers will be intrigued by the cover, so this novel may have some success.

Absolutely loved this novel! Excellent character development, the storyline was fluid and kept me in suspense and wanting to learn more about the characters.

Why has it taken me so long to discover Millie Gray - this novel was so enchanting i didn't want it to end.
Set in Edinburgh, the novel centres around a young girl Kirsten Mowat and follows her life with all its trials and tribulations. Relationships, heartache, poverty, family, love, dedication - I could go on but suffice to say I loved every word.
It has a feel good factor immediately and kept me reading into the small hours.
Highly recommended and now I must go and find more of Ms Grays work.

thank you for allowing me to read this book. it was very easy to read. i enjoyed the story line and the characters. look forward to reading more from this author.

To be honest after the first couple of chapters I did wonder if this was the book I would normally read but I stuck with it- the sheer determination of the main character enthralled me and I was ken to see how she would manage after the end of her marriage- slow to start book but moved along at a good pace thereafter- stick with it as it is a good read

I really enjoyed this book. It has great main characters and a really good story line. I would highly recommend this book to anyone. Thank you Millie Gray for this fabulous read. I look forward to reading more.

I really enjoyed this book. It has great main characters and a really good story line. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.

I’m still unsure how to rate this using the favorite star system. I loved so much about this book. There’s tenacity, humility, humbleness. The characters are great and well thought out, but left hanging at the end of the book. It seems to me that it’s left wide open for a sequel or series, I definitely hope so! I would love to see what happens to Shell and Marigold. How does Kirsten move on after tragic loss, with her new family. Enjoyed the storyline and plot, wished there was more. 2.5 stars rounded up to 3 for how much I really liked the main character.

I loved the setting of this book. My sister and her family live near Edinburgh and the locations and dialect were beautiful.

Kirsten’s story of young love and her struggles to rebuild her life for herself and her family were admirable. The stoyline in the book was very good.

I did struggle a bit reading it. Maybe I am used to more fast paced books at the minute and it may well appeal to others.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for my chance to read this book.

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. I have never been but always wanted to go to Edinburgh where this book is set so found all the descriptions and the general story great read. Would recommend

I volunteered to give my honest opinion in a review in exchange for a free copy of the book. This story starts with a teenager lying about being pregnant in order to coerce her boyfriend into getting married without both parent's consent. While it has a good storyline, the book is written as if grade schoolers are reading it. It's really dumbed down. I couldn't get through the first chapter.

An outstanding Scottish saga of love and loyalty that will touch readers’ hearts and bring a tear to their eye, The House on Rosebank Lane is a spellbinding historical novel set in post-war Edinburgh that will go a treat with fans of Dilly Court and Margaret Dickinson.

The Second World War is finally over and after all that anguish and hardship, the time has come to draw a line under the past and move forth into the future. In 1953, there is a new queen on the throne and the future looks bright and hopeful. Eighteen year old Kirsten Mowat is a young woman who thinks she has the world at her feet. Having started to walk out with Duncan, her handsome new beau, Kirsten hasn’t felt this happy in a very long time. However, beneath all the smiles and kisses lies a very dark secret that Kirsten has been keeping close to her chest for years. A scandalous secret that she knows that she must confess to Duncan. However, Kirsten is ill prepared for the dangerous consequences which her secret will have on her newfound happiness and the people she holds dear to her heart.

After Duncan convinces her to have a shotgun wedding, Kirsten begins to look forward to a lifetime married to the man she has chosen to be her husband. However, married bliss seems intent on eluding her as Kirsten experiences untold pain and tragedy that propels her down a downward path which nobody could have predicted. With her husband and mother in law hardening their heart against her, Kirsten finds herself alone, vulnerable and with nobody to rely on other than herself.

Grief-stricken Kirsten cannot wallow in self-pity. She must dig deep to find inner reserves of strength to seek out a haven for the people she loves. When help comes from the most unlikely of places, Kirsten’s life looks set to change for the better…but only if she has the strength and courage to fight for her happiness and grasp this unexpected chance of freedom from the shackles of the past.

Searingly emotional, sensitively written and so moving that it could sever heartstrings, The House on Rosebank Lane is a vivid, compelling and captivating saga with a resilient and resourceful heroine readers will admire and cheer for, terrific supporting characters and lashings of grit and drama. Millie Gray certainly knows how to keep her readers turning the pages and with The House on Rosebank Lane she has penned a fantastic fifties set read that will delight and enchant saga fans everywhere.