A Home for Alice

In A Home for Alice by Gloria Cook, narrated by Emma Powell, Rachel Kivell faces heartbreak after her elopement plans with a married man fall apart, forcing her to remain in her small Cornish mining town filled with hidden secrets. Her solitude is interrupted when Alice Bowden, a vulnerable orphan, arrives on her doorstep seeking refuge. As Rachel grapples with the responsibilities of caring for Alice, she must confront her own fears and the possibility of finding a true home for them both. This engaging Cornish saga is a must-listen for fans of Poldark and similar tales.