A Casualty of Grace, by Lisa Brown
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A Casualty of Grace, by Lisa Brown
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Oliver and Simon are young brothers who are unexpectedly orphaned and left alone in the world with nobody to care for them. Now, all they have is each other, and the threat of being torn apart becomes painfully real. The promise of a good home together in distant Canada eases their fears, but it is a promise that is destined to be broken. After being separated from Simon, fate delivers Oliver to the Pritchard farm, where Liza Pritchard, a woman struggling with her own fractured and afflicted life, sees in Oliver the family she so desperately wants. But Oliver has to contend with her husband, an angry and violent man, and he can’t see past the terrible life he has been thrust into. Both Oliver and Liza have much to learn about faith and forgiveness, and together they embark on an emotional journey that will change each of them forever.
A Casualty of Grace, by Lisa Brown- Amazon Sales Rank: #1118392 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-09-30
- Released on: 2015-09-30
- Format: Kindle eBook
Review Review of A Casualty of Grace by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite - 5 Starreadersfavorite.com/book-review/a-casualty-of-graceLisa Brown's historical fiction novel, A Casualty of Grace, is an outstanding and beautifully written novel about two British brothers who were sent to Canada in a migration experiment that exposed many of the young participants to suffering and hardship. It's also Oliver's coming of age story, as the twelve-year-old navigates his way through the dysfunctional family he's become an unwilling part of. Watching Oliver and Mrs. Pritchard bridge the divide of fear and hostility engendered by her alcoholic and abusive husband is inspiring and makes what might have been simply too grim a story work marvelously. Liza Pritchard is as unforgettable a character as Oliver is, and their interactions are poignant and moving. Brown also brings to life the stark majesty of the Canadian seasons, especially winter, in her novel, and many of the nature descriptions and passages are lyrical and unforgettable. A Casualty of Grace is most highly recommended.
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From the Inside Flap "It is not enough to do good; one must do it in the right way."John Morley, February 1885Throughout time, children have long borne the brunt of life's harshness and cruelty. Many of those hit the hardest, those in orphanages and workhouses, and worse yet on the streets, have been destined to live lives of poverty and despair. Those waifs and strays, while a nuisance to some, had the sympathy of many who wished for them a life better than that which providence had given them. And so, near the end of the nineteenth century, a migration scheme was realized that would see more than a hundred thousand such children sent off to Canada and Australia over a fifty-year period. These so-called British Home Children, many of whom were not orphaned and their parents none the wiser, were removed from their homeland in the hopes of giving them better lives; oftentimes the result was anything but. Some British Home Children returned to Britain, but most stayed, and despite the harshness that many of them faced, most became productive members of the communities they were placed in. After aging out of the program, and with few other options, many enlisted and bravely fought in the First World War for their new country, some making the ultimate sacrifice. Today, multiple generations later, we can look back with perfect vision and see the mistakes that were made with their care, and the terrible plight many suffered as a result. One thing is for certain, the fabric of Canadian society was made stronger by their presence.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. This well written story is filled with beautifully descriptive sentences and phrases presented in short paragraphs and ... By HM A Review by HMA Casualty of Grace by Lisa BrownLisa Brown has written a captivating, realistic, thoroughly researched historical fiction which hooks the reader in the very first pages of the story. It was in England during 1893 that Oliver and Simon were left to fend for themselves when their mother died. Workhouses for uncared for children had been established and children were often sent to other places in the world as British Home Children to work on farms, in mills and in factories at the mercy of sometimes harsh and cruel taskmasters. Such was the fate of Oliver and Simon arriving in Canada in 1895 at the tender ages of thirteen and five.This well written story is filled with beautifully descriptive sentences and phrases presented in short paragraphs and interwoven seamlessly into the fiber of the story. “It was just a small opening, but the sun managed to make its way in, illuminating minute flecks of suspended dust and turning them into a sea of brilliant sparkles that looked like fireflies dancing in the unguarded moonlight.”The dialect that was spoken by Oliver and Simon would have been challenging to write but the use of it was very effective, becoming part of the story itself and providing a realism to the story given the time and place.The story flowed effortlessly, always with intent as each and every page was important and significant bringing meaning and purpose to the entire story. There were no space fillers or unnecessary words or paragraphs. Foreshadowing filled the reader with expectations, dread and anticipation.The characters in the story were amazing. Oliver’s strength of character went well beyond his years. Simon was painted as the carefree, typical five year old, very protective of his older brother. Mr. Pritchard, the cruel, uncaring, taskmaster who in the end, met his fate in an interesting twist. Peter Potts, who was Oliver’s predecessor on the Pritchard farm, became Oliver’s trusted friend. Liza Pritchard was portrayed as a kind, gentle, pathetic soul, trapped by fate from which she saw no escape. It was interesting to see how the author had characters, such as Peter Potts, Mr. Eager and the Fox children, appear and reappear later on in the story in meaningful ways. Well done, Lisa Brown!There is nothing about this book that I did not like. In my mind it is a real masterpiece. It is certainly the best one of the three books that I have read written by this author.I received this story from the author with no expectations. It would appeal to anyone who enjoys immersing themselves in historical fiction. It is truly a wonderful read!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Engaged my emotions By writes4coffee ****I received this book from Maple Leaf Book Promotions in exchange for an honest review.****A Casulaty of Grace tells the story of Oliver, a British orphan who is sent to Canada in the hopes of a better life. Along with his little brother Simon, they cross the ocean, not knowing what awaits them. Oliver is placed at the Pritchard farm. He is expected to work hard and not cause trouble. Eventually, his brother joins him at the farm We get to read about how their lives progress.This book was a well-written account of how some of the children sent to Canada during this time period must have lived. Lisa Brown managed to engage my emotions while I read, and I flinched each time something bad happened to Oliver. The ending of the story caught me by surprise, but in a good way. I was satisfied with the book's ending.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I have never read a book that I cried so ... By Richelle I have never read a book that I cried so much! Maybe I am a bit too sentimental. But this boy went through more then physical abuse. He went through unlimited emotional abuse from every angle. I felt the boys grief, pain, anger and disbelief. Lisa Brown touched the very core of an issue that effected many orphans. She wrote a novel that transported me into the very inner being of the young boy as he had his mother die and set out to protect his brother and maintain their need to remained together. They faced the grips of adults in a world that couldn't and didn't protect them.
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