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The World at My Feet

By: Catherine Isaac, Rose Akroyd
Narrated by: Kristin Atherton
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Summary

The dazzling new novel from Richard & Judy book club author Catherine Isaac, The World at my Feet is a story about the transforming power of love, as one woman journeys to uncover the past and reshape her future.

The secrets that bind us can also tear us apart…

1990. Harriet is a journalist. Her job takes her to dangerous places, where she asks questions and tries to make a difference. But when she is sent to Romania, to the state orphanages the world is only just learning about, she is forced to rethink her most important rule.

2018. Ellie is a gardener. Her garden is her sanctuary, her pride and joy. But, though she spends long days outdoors, she hasn’t set foot beyond her gate for far too long. Now someone enters her life who could finally be the reason she needs to overcome her fears.

From post-revolution Romania to the idyllic English countryside, The World at My Feet is the story of two women, two worlds, and a journey of self-discovery that spans a lifetime.

** Shhh... Can you keep a secret? We can’t wait to hear what you think about #TheWorldAtMyFeet. No spoilers please! **
©2020 Catherine Isaac (P)2020 Simon & Schuster UK
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‘The World at my Feet is a profoundly moving, heart-filled story showing that, even in the darkest winter, new shoots of love, laughter and hope are waiting to burst through. Ellie is a wonderful character, whose daily acts of courage are an inspiration. As she nurtures her beloved garden, and reaches out to those beyond its walls, she finds her own way through to the sunlight. Catherine Isaac handles Ellie’s backstory with the kind of sensitivity and delicacy that’s the mark of an exceptionally accomplished writer. The World at my Feet is exactly the kind of story we all need right now. I adored it’ (Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus)
‘A poignant and perceptive novel of love and courage in the face of terrible adversity’ (Erica James, author of Letters From the Past)
'Such an interesting and beautifully written book – I loved it and would highly recommend adding it to your 2021 reading list. It is a wonderful story that I know readers are going to feel moved and uplifted by' (Libby Page, author of The Lido)
'Beautifully written, thought-provoking and ultimately uplifting – The World At My Feet is Catherine Isaac's best book so far!'
(Debbie Johnson, author of Maybe One Day)

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Beautiful

I saw a recommendation for this book never having heard of the author. It is an amazing and very emotional roller coaster. I loved it all, laughter and tears. I am downloading more now of Catherine’s books and looking forward to listening.

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Really enjoyed this book

A lovely story.
It took a while to get into, but I was soon listening whenever I could.

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an emotional ending !

what a lovely, easy listening book. very sad story and I cried at the end. loved it

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Great story🥰

I enjoyed this story. I was gripped to find out the cause of Ellie's agoraphobia and then was heartened by the supportive characters around d her.

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An incredibly moving , funny listen.

What a fabulously touching , romantic and emotionally intelligent book this is . The best audio book or reading book I have even had , also beutifully read . Well done Catherine , please lets have some more of the same.

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So unexpected.

At first I thought it may be all about the characters garden and relationships. Far from that!! It is deeply moving. Well written and narrated. So sad, so happy. I learned so much. Thank you.

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Brilliant book

A story of humanity at it‘s worst and best. This filled my soul with hope.

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Well written and well narrated story

This is a well written book that is easy to listen to.

The story covers some difficult issues and the descriptions of Ellie's struggles with her affiction are are very good, obviously well researched and the sensitive writing makes one really relate to the character and the difficulties she has to handle.

Equally well researched and well presented are the descriptions of Ellie's past and her early days with a very difficult start to her life, which are wonderfully descriptive and thought provoking.

The story is told from two timelines of Ellie and her mother, two very different people, and intertwoven in the story is the development of Ellie's relationships with others who enter her life.

Overall, sensitively written and well narrated this is a good listen of a book I would recommend to all.

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The best audio book I’ve listened to

Made me laugh and cry… a beautiful and unexpected story that touches your heart
Loved the narrator , the characters and the whole experience of this story
I’ve listened to many audio books over the last 2 yrs but this is my first review ! ….. not to be missed

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I was lost in this story!

What an amazing, uplifting and powerful story. There was moments I gasped, laughed and just smiled with happiness for Ellie

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