A charming historical novel
A Reunion at Mulberry Lane by Rosie Clarke is the 6th tale in The Mulberry Lane Series. I believe it is best if this series is read in order. Each book builds upon the previous one. There is a great cast of characters in this series. Peggy is the matriarch who brought them all together. She has been through so much and deserves the happiness she has with Able. Changes may be in store for Peggy as Fay discovers she is a natural at ice skating. I enjoyed catching up with Peggy, Able, Maureen, Sheila, Pip, Rose, and Tom. Each family experiences the good and the bad that life has to offer. I thought A Reunion at Mulberry Lane was well-written and it moves along at a steady pace. I like the authors descriptions because I feel that I am experiencing things with the characters. I could imagine walking around the market picking out bits and pieces for Christmas or pulling a pint at the pub. There is an abundance of food in this tale. They are eating well now that the war is over, and more items are available to them. These ladies are wonderful cooks and bakers. I can see why the pub and the two cafes are crowded. Mulberry Lane is such a cozy place where people look out for each other. The people are there to help pick up the kiddies from school, take food to someone in need, or help in the pub. There are changes being made in the East End, but it has yet to affect those who live and work on Mulberry Lane. I enjoyed reading A Reunion at Mulberry Lane as I do all of Rosie Clarke's books. It was lovely spending Christmas on Mulberry Lane with this group. A Reunion at Mulberry Lane is a saga with family, friendship, drama, romance, hardship, heartbreak, grief, and fun. This is what I call a comfort read. I would love PBS to make this into a television series. A Reunion at Mulberry Lane is a charming historical novel with countless cakes, a spoiled skater, a melancholy mother, unpredicted prospect, matrimonial misfortunes, and a cheery Christmas.