Lesley Pearse: The Long and Winding Road

Discover the inspiring and deeply personal memoir from one of the world’s bestselling storytellers, Lesley Pearse. The Long and Winding Road offers a searingly honest and ultimately uplifting account of a life marked by resilience and the unwavering pursuit of a dream.

Born during the Second World War, Lesley Pearse's early life was shaped by profound loss and the challenges of navigating a world where trust was hard-won. From an abrupt childhood tragedy to finding herself in a mother and baby home in the swinging sixties, her journey is one of survival against considerable odds. This memoir chronicles her experiences, her eventual marriage and children, and the persistent dream of becoming a writer, a dream she realized at the age of 48.

Celebrated for her ability to write brilliantly about survivors, Pearse’s own life story is as captivating as her fiction. This heartwarming and heartbreaking narrative is filled with unexpected twists and moments of profound hope, showcasing an indomitable spirit that continues to inspire.

Key Features:

• An inspiring and hopeful memoir from a bestselling author.
• Chronicles a life of survival, loss, and the pursuit of a writing career.
• Features a heartwarming and heartbreaking narrative with uplifting moments.
• Written by Lesley Pearse, known for her stories of strong female characters.

Specifications:

• Author: Lesley Pearse
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 28 August 2025
• Language: English
• Print Length: 400 pages
• Binding: Paperback
• Dimensions: 12.9 x 3.5 x 19.8 cm
• Weight: 300 g
• ISBN 10: 1405946091
• ISBN 13: 978-1405946094

The Long and Winding Road is a testament to the power of perseverance and the enduring strength of the human spirit. A truly unputdownable read.