The Last River Child by Lori Ann Bloomfield – book review

The Last River Child by Lori Ann Bloomfield is a delightfully quick read that takes you on a journey through a young woman’s life as she struggles to find her place in the world. Full of tragedy, determination and triumph over people and situations that try to break her, the main character shows that if you believe in yourself then nothing is impossible. The story is never boring and I couldn’t put the book down until I had finished it. 

I loved the ups and downs of the plot and like Bloomfield’s writing style enough that I will seek out additional titles by her. Since I am a sap page 267 is where I grew misty eyed as I knew that Peg had finally found what she had been searching and waiting for. This book gives you that happy feeling at the end when you know all is right within the character’s world. A nice read for young adults, the beach or to pack for your next camping trip or flight.

Description: (from back cover)
” Have you ever heard a strange singing? An eerie music that drifts up from the river sometimes? “

“Peg Staynor has been haunted all her life by the small town of Walvern’s belief that she is a river child, destined to bring bad luck to those around her. When her mother dies suddenly on the very day that WW1 is declared, Peg is held to blame not just by the superstitious townsfolk, but by her own father as well.

From a secret friendship with a daring young aviator to the repercussions of life with Sarah, her reckless older sister, Peg will not let herself be ruled by the limits of small minds. Her courage plays out against changing times, as the impact of the Great War filters back to the town of Walvern, changing the course of everyone’s lives.”

Buy It:
The Last River Child is available from Second Story Press, Amazon.com and other retailers for $17.95.