{"title":"Books by Lindsey Hutchinson","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781835188866","title":"The Pick-Pocket Orphans","description":"\u003cp\u003eThirteen-year-old Alice Truelove can't take another day of her father's cruelty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBetter a life on the streets than being constantly blamed for her mother's sad death, or that's what Alice thinks as she packs up her meagre possessions. But fending for herself in the Black Country town of Wednesbury is not as easy as she expected, and it soon hits her that without help she will quickly be hungry and cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBertram Jordan, or BJ to his friends, became an orphan much too young after his parents were stolen away by influenza. Growing up on the streets has not been easy, but BJ has learnt to survive, and when he meets Alice, alone and desperate, he's happy to take her under his wing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Alice learns the tricks of the pick-pocketer, the best ways to charm the stallholders on the market and the skills to get by, the two children become firm friends. So, when BJ makes a fatal mistake, Alice can't bear the thought that she might lose her only friend - forever...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Queen of Black Country sagas is back with a heart-breaking tale of friendship, families and survival against the odds. Perfect for all fans of Katie Flynn, Val Wood and Lyn Andrews.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders love Lindsey Hutchinson:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I love this author's books. Another triumph with lots of twists in the lives of the families. Love, death, great happiness and sadness, even a few murders thrown in.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Yet another brilliant book by Lindsey Hutchinson. A great storyline and a good page turner. Loved every minute reading it.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I didn't want it to end, I have never been disappointed with Lindsey Hutchinson. Can't wait for her next one.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'There is so much happening in this book that every single chapter is an absolute page turner. Lindsey Hutchinson is such a wonderful story teller as she reels you right in from the very first chapter.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This book was superb, gripping, heart breaking. I love these two characters in their own role right up to the ending, but I certainly wouldn't like to cross Clarice, she is one psycho woman that wont stop at nothing to get revenge. Readers are going to love this read and it's one of my favourites from this author.'\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56307277955445,"sku":"9781835188866","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781835188866_8aaf5f89-dec7-41c1-a26c-46abc4a9ed7e.jpg?v=1786028072"},{"product_id":"9781801626903","title":"The Bad Penny","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're born with nothing you have to make your own luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Jared Johnson first meets Clarice Connaught he saves her from the hands of her father, who is brutally beating her in the street. Never one to walk past someone in distress, Jared doesn't hesitate to help. But who is this girl and what is her story?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJared Johnson started with nothing. At just twelve-years-old he was orphaned and homeless, but eight years later, Jared is a success. Running McGuire's Rag \u0026amp; Bone Yard and surrounded by friends, all Jared needs now is to find the perfect girl to settle down with.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNothing has come easy for Clarice but still she has dreams of a grander life and the finer things. And if her father isn't willing to provide them then Clarice will do anything to find someone who is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJared and Clarice have one thing in common - they are survivors - and in Queen Victoria's Birmingham you need your wits about you to keep the wolf from the door. But Clarice isn't everything she seems, and like a bad penny that always shows up, she brings more trouble for Jared and his friends than they could ever have imagined...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLindsey Hutchinson, the top 10 bestseller, Queen of the Black Country Saga, is back with a page-turning and heart-warming story perfect fans of Katie Flynn, Val Wood and Lyn Andrews.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat readers are saying about Lindsey Hutchinson:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I have read most if not all of Lindsey Hutchinson's books having read a lot of her mother's as well. She is a super storyteller and seems to be able to write about a multitude of subjects and obviously does a lot of research into her books.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I loved this book, such a heart-warming read to the end.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The Ragged Orphan was a consuming read that brought history to life under the masterful pen of Lindsey Hutchinson.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This book will make you cry in places and laugh in others and like me once you finish a chapter you will want to just hurry on to the next chapter to discover more about Jared and the other characters.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Such a cosy book that is gently and easy to read but will keep you wanting to go back to it.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Absolutely loved it I couldn't put it down great story great characters ad tears in my eyes at times really enjoyed it.'\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56312948818293,"sku":"9781801626903","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781801626903_3ebfea59-8f4b-44a5-8b09-0547a9ed1868.jpg?v=1786026637"},{"product_id":"9781835189184","title":"The Orphan's Promise","description":"\u003cp\u003eA BRAND NEW historical read from Lindsey Hutchinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA legacy of lies, a promise of love...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrphaned at a young age, Rose Hamilton can barely remember a mother's warmth or a father's protection. Instead, she has endured the cold, loveless rule of her embittered Aunt Win, a woman who seems to take pleasure in making Rose's life as difficult as possible. The only comfort Rose has ever known comes from the loyal household staff-Jackson, the butler, Mary, the cook, and Katy, the housemaid-who have become the family she never had.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut as her twenty first birthday draws near, Aunt Win is determined to see Rose married off-to any man who will have her. Rose, spirited and independent, refuses to be bartered away like chattel and makes a promise to herself - she will only ever marry for love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Rose fights to take control of her own future, she stumbles upon a long-buried secret-a revelation so shocking it threatens to unravel everything she has ever believed about her past, her family, and even herself. And when a connection sparks with a man her aunt vehemently opposes, another promise takes root within Rose - to wait, no matter the cost, for the hand her heart truly desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Rose uncover the truth before it's too late? Or will her aunt's scheming change the course of her life forever?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for Lindsey Hutchinson:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'I love Lindsey Hutchinson books and have really enjoyed each and every one. This book about BJ and Alice was such a lovely story, I couldn't put it down, therefore it was read in 2 days. Excellent easy reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'It was a very good read. I couldn't stop reading and it was early hours in the morning before putting out the light to go to sleep.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'You can't help but get gripped, once I started I couldn't put it down. Please say that there is a follow on.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Really enjoyed this story and was desperate to find out what the next chapter would bring. Look forward to more from this author.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Wonderful writing that transported me to each location along with the characters. I am looking forward to the next book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56420039360885,"sku":"9781835189184","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-lindsey-hutchinson.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}