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Coming Home

Rosamunde Pilcher
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Coming Home

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Rosamunde Pilcher

Coming Home

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

977

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s-1940s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Coming Home by Rosamunde Pilcher depicts the journey of Judith Dunbar, navigating adolescence against the backdrops of World War II. The story highlights her personal growth, friendships, and the impacts of love and loss during tumultuous times.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

36,213 ratings

88%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Coming Home by Rosamunde Pilcher is praised for its rich historical detail and vivid character development, drawing readers into a compelling narrative set during World War II. Though some found its length and pacing challenging, the novel's emotional depth and immersive storytelling make it a rewarding read for fans of historical fiction.

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Who Should Read Coming Home?

Readers who enjoy Coming Home by Rosamunde Pilcher are typically fans of sweeping, character-driven sagas with rich historical settings. Suitable for those who appreciate the emotional depth found in works like The Shell Seekers by Pilcher or Atonement by Ian McEwan, it offers a poignant exploration of love, growth, and resilience.

4.5

36,213 ratings

88%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

977

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s-1940s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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