Book Tour Review A Prayer for Junie by Fran Clark

Introduction
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Blurb

Newly married Junie has found love but she has no idea who her husband really is. When her life is in danger, there is only one way this relationship can end.
Philomena has known Junie’s abusive husband, Gregory, since they were children and has grown to fear him. Set apart from the rest of the village community on a secluded plain, the women develop a strong bond. While Philomena plots to run away with her, Junie hopes the child she is carrying will change her husband’s violent behaviour.
When Philomena’s friendship is put to the test, she soon discovers how far she will go to protect her friend. Now a death on the plain and Junie’s disappearance has the whole village talking.
Can Philomena live with what she has done and will she ever let go of Junie’s memory?

Review

I have to say that when I first started a Prayer for Junie I was not sure it was the kind of book I normally read but within the first few pages I was drawn into the story and could not put it down. The story is beautiful, if not dark and violent at times, highlighting what people will do for the ones they love and how strong the bond of love (of all kinds can be). An historical novel at heart set in 1950’s Dominican village it captures the community and creates a believable cast of characters as well. I ended up completely invested in Philomena and Junie’s tale.

I adored how Fran explored the different lives and views of people in the village and how they interacted with Junie. The story at times was heartwrenching and then heart warming. I found the ending bittersweet but on reflection I don’t think I would have liked a different one. It remained true to the characters of Junie and Phil. While there are some aspects that may trigger readers I believe it is worth the read. A beautiful story about love, friendship, lies and the lengths we will go to for people we love.

About the Author

Fran Clark writes Women’s Fiction, both contemporary and historical. Her first novel was published by Indigo Dreams in 2014. In the same year she achieved a Distinction in her Creative Writing MA from Brunel University. In 2016 she was shortlisted for the SI Leeds Literary Prize. In February 2024, her Island Secrets Book Series will be published, starting with Holding Paradise Book 1.
Originally from London, Fran moved to the English countryside with her musician husband. A musician herself, Fran teaches vocals and leads a local choir. She has two sons.
Fran also writes under the pseudonym, Rosa Temple, writing contemporary fiction and published by HQ Digital and Simon & Schuster UK


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Book Links
Goodreads : https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/206737799-a-prayer-for-junie
Buy Links : https://mybook.to/prayerforjunie-zbt

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