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Ellie is a series of historical fiction novels written by Lesley Pearse. The series follows the life of Ellie, a young girl who faces adversity and heartbreak throughout her life. From the loss of her family to the struggles of living in poverty, Ellie's story is one of resilience and determination. The series is set in England and spans several decades, providing a rich and detailed backdrop for Ellie's story.
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The Book Thief
If you enjoyed the historical setting and coming-of-age themes in 'Ellie', you'll love 'The Book Thief'. This novel tells the story of a young girl in Nazi Germany who finds solace in books and must navigate the challenges of a dangerous and oppressive regime.
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The Secret Life of Bees
Like 'Ellie', 'The Secret Life of Bees' features a strong, resilient young woman who must come to terms with her past and forge her own path in life. Set in the American South during the 1960s, this novel explores themes of race, family, and identity in a powerful and moving way.
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The Poisonwood Bible
If you enjoyed the vivid sense of place and complex family dynamics in 'Ellie', you'll love 'The Poisonwood Bible'. This novel tells the story of a missionary family who moves to the Congo in the 1960s and must confront the challenges of a foreign culture, as well as their own personal demons.
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The Help
Fans of 'Ellie' will appreciate the strong female characters and historical setting of 'The Help'. This novel tells the story of a young white woman who forms an unlikely friendship with two black maids in 1960s Mississippi, and explores themes of race, class, and social justice.
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The Lacuna
Like 'Ellie', 'The Lacuna' features a strong, resilient young woman who must come to terms with her past and forge her own path in life. Set in Mexico during the 1930s and 1940s, this novel explores themes of art, politics, and identity in a powerful and moving way.
Learn MoreMaggie O'Farrell
The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox
Fans of 'Ellie' will appreciate the historical detail and richly drawn characters in 'The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox'. This novel tells the story of a young woman who is committed to a mental institution in the early 20th century and must fight to reclaim her place in the world.
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The Light Between Oceans
Like 'Ellie', 'The Light Between Oceans' features a strong, resilient young woman who must come to terms with her past and forge her own path in life. Set in Australia in the 1920s, this novel explores themes of love, loss, and morality in a powerful and moving way.
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The House at Riverton
If you enjoyed the historical setting and richly drawn characters in 'Ellie', you'll love 'The House at Riverton'. This novel tells the story of a young woman who is invited to a grand estate in England in the 1920s and becomes embroiled in a tragic love affair and a mysterious death.
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The Forgotten Garden
Fans of 'Ellie' will appreciate the historical detail and richly drawn characters in 'The Forgotten Garden'. This novel tells the story of a young woman who discovers that she was adopted and embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her past and her family's mysterious history.
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