- Paperback: 560 pages
- Publisher: Penguin; New Ed edition (1 Jun 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0141006498
- ISBN-13: 978-0141006499
- Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 11.2 x 3.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (90 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 95,794 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
The Queen of Storytellers is back - with a triumphant tale of one woman's struggle over adversity.
In 1786 a fisherman's daughter from Cornwall called Mary Broad was sentenced to be hung for theft. But her sentence was commuted, and she was transported to Australia, one of the first convicts to arrive there.
How Mary escaped the harsh existence of the colony and found true love, and how she was captured and taken back to London in chains, only to be released after a trial where she was defended by no less than James Boswell, is one of the most gripping and moving stories of human endeavour (based on an amazing true story) you will ever read.
About the Author
REMEMBER ME is Lesley Pearse's twelfth book. A number one bestseller, greatly loved around the world, her novels have sold over 1.5 million copies in the UK alone. Her seven most recent books, including Never Look Back, Charlie, Rosie and Trust Me are published in Penguin. Lesley lives in Bristol, has three daughters and one grandson.
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98 of 98 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book because it had some good reviews and because I fancied a change of author. This was possibly the best decision I have made so far this year! The story of Mary is completely awe inspiring. I would never have contemplated what life was like for those poor people who were transported, but now I can't stop thinking about them and the terrible hardships they must have faced.
Mary truly was a remarkable woman. I know that if it had been me in her place, I would have succommed to death at the first step of her journey.
Lesley has told this story with great admiration and respect for all those involved. The characters have really been brought to life once again.
I think that's what makes it such a good story, the fact that it really happened. It is just a shame that nothing else is known about her life where the book leaves her.
I have complete admiration for Lesley and know that I will be reading all her other books.
If this doesn't sound like your kind of book, all I can say is that it wasn't mine either, but it is possibly the best book I've ever read. So do yourself a favour and spend the couple of pounds on it, it's well worth every penny!
Mary truly was a remarkable woman. I know that if it had been me in her place, I would have succommed to death at the first step of her journey.
Lesley has told this story with great admiration and respect for all those involved. The characters have really been brought to life once again.
I think that's what makes it such a good story, the fact that it really happened. It is just a shame that nothing else is known about her life where the book leaves her.
I have complete admiration for Lesley and know that I will be reading all her other books.
If this doesn't sound like your kind of book, all I can say is that it wasn't mine either, but it is possibly the best book I've ever read. So do yourself a favour and spend the couple of pounds on it, it's well worth every penny!
53 of 53 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Tells of the first convicts who were sent to Botany Bay and their fight for survival. In particular Mary, who had the most incredible courage and resilience. Even more amazing when it's based on a true story.
Horrifying, the conditions they were kept in. Locked away in the hold of the ships, starving, lying in their own mess, riddled with lice and overun with rats. It was therefore not a surprise that many died of disease and illness on the long journey.
Heartbreaking, when they finally arrived, many of them no more that animals, to find that it wasn't quite what they had expected and their fight for survival had only just begun.
A brilliant book that will have you hooked from the start - it certainly kept me up all night!
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is truely remarkable and most definitely unputdownable. Lesley Pearce makes the individual characters come alive and the way in which she describes the scenery and landscapes are amazing! Being from Cornwall myself gave it a special meaning for me also but I would definitely recommend this book to any book lover. When I first picked up the book I thought it was not for me as I don't usually go for stories set so long ago but I now realise that not to have read this book would have been a travesty. Beyond any doubt the best book I have ever read.
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Wow - Will never forget
My first Lesley Pearse novel. Hooked from the minute I sat down and began reading it. I was familar with the true story of Mary Broad before I read the book, but the way she put... Read more
Published 11 days ago by Jane Austen
one of the best books i've read in a long time
amazing story, so heartbreaking and so inspirational
i literally sobbed reading this, any parent would, this is
by far my favourite book from the writer, it's well... Read more
i literally sobbed reading this, any parent would, this is
by far my favourite book from the writer, it's well... Read more
Published 11 days ago by jenny
Remenber me- Mary Bryant
Made a big impression and I had to find out more, historically, about prison hulks, transportation and life in London prisons of the time. Based on fact. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jane
Remember Me
This book is my favourite of all Lesley Pearse's books. The history is incorporated into the story, so the book never feels dull or long winded. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bookaholic76
An OK read
I do feel uncomfortable after reading a book that attracts lots of 5 star reviews when I'm left with a feeling that I've missed something. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Chrissie
wow!
Brill could not put down fantastic writing, great read. Really enjoyes the story, could not wait for bedtime so i could read in pease and quiet have read a few more but so far... Read more
Published 3 months ago by chrissie
Remember Me
I have absolutely loved reading this book - I am not usually a big reader but having moved to a new area I have joined the book club with the ladies in the neighbourhood - My... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dotty Cupcake
A must-read!
I ordered this book for my kindle after reading another Lesley Pearse book 'Tara'. 'Remember Me' is quite possibly one of the best books I have ever read. Read more
Published 5 months ago by kakaP
Excellent!
I read this in two days, I was totally gripped! The narrative was pacy and the characterisation enagaging, drawing me in to the story. I genuinely cared what happened to Mary. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Amazonaddicted
A brilliant book - loved it!
I'm currently working my way through all Lesley Pearse's books - whenever I try and read a book by someone else they're never as good. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sarah S
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