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1407982729 
Talking book - CD Over the rainbow; read by Anne Dover
Year: 2021
Language: English
Type: Talking book - CD
Class Number: CD SPOKEN WORD
Category: Fiction
Publisher: Soundings Audio Books, 2021
Physical or Electronic: Physical
ISBN: 9781407982724
Notes:
Liverpool, 1939. Olivia Campbell appears to have the perfect life. However, behind closed doors she lives in constant fear of her abusive father. Longing for love and affection she begins a relationship with Ted, a young lad who works in her father's factory. But her family disapprove of the relationship. When war comes to Liverpool, Olivia seizes the opportunity to leave behind her unhappy life and join the WAAF. There she meets a fellow trainee, Maude and the two embrace their newly found independence. Soon Olivia meets the handsome Ralph, and all thoughts of Ted are brushed aside. Until he returns to her life with some shocking news that turns her world upside down.
Extent: 11 CDs (11 hr., 55 min), digital, stereo
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