{"product_id":"9781472257420","title":"Mother's Boy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMother's Boy\u003c\/strong\u003e unfolds in the poignant setting of early 20th-century Britain, where Laura, a devoted laundress, meets her husband during their service in Teignmouth. As the year 1914 marks the beginning of a tumultuous era, their lives are forever changed by the shadows of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the birth of their son, Charles, Laura's husband returns from the front lines, irrevocably altered by his experiences and plagued by tuberculosis. His death leaves Laura a widow, burdened with grief yet determined to raise her son amidst the constraints of a small town. As another war looms, Charles makes the fateful decision to join the navy as a coder, thrusting him into a world filled with peril and excitement, far removed from the whispers and gossip of Launceston.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis narrative intricately weaves the emotional tapestry of the relationship between mother and son. It delves into themes of loss, resilience, and the bonds that shape our identities against the backdrop of historical upheaval. The contrast between the intimate struggles of family life and the vastness of war creates a compelling exploration of personal sacrifice and duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLiterary Merit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith evocative prose and rich characterisation, \u003cstrong\u003eMother's Boy\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the essence of an era marked by both hope and despair. The author skillfully depicts the socio-economic challenges of the time, bringing to life the resilience of individuals faced with insurmountable odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciate historical fiction that examines the depths of human connection may find parallels with works by authors such as \u003cstrong\u003eKate Atkinson\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eHilary Mantel\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the past continually informs the present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Headline Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482708009292,"sku":"9781472257420","price":16.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781472257420_front.webp?v=1765289476","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de\/products\/9781472257420","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}