Books: Top 5 Lesley Pearse Novels

YES, chick-lit can be considered literature, and for me, the UK best seller I enjoy reading the most is Lesley Pearse, who first became a published author at age 49. She subtly and effectively seduces you to not only keep reading, but also become deeply involved with the story, and very attached to the characters. You will gasp, cry and giggle at the situations they find themselves in. I enjoy them mostly because I can relate to the female protagonists and heroines in each novel. Lesley Pearse is also a woman to be admired herself, her rough childhood and varied worldly experiences are what provide the beautifully rich text for her novels. One thing that really impresses me about Pearse is that, despite her age and maturity, she can depict the sentiments of children and teenagers with such delicate perception. I must admit that since discovering her 6 years ago, I have read every novel she has ever published, so I really am a connoisseur on the subject. These are what I think her best works are:

Georgia

Ellie

Camellia

Never Look Back

Remember Me

These novels are mostly her earlier work, which I believe to be of a higher quality of writing. While her stories remain captivating, imaginative, and entertaining, I find they that certain aspects are becoming redundant, especially when you become familiar with her narrating style. Despite this, I believe I will continue to read this prolific author’s thick and ultimately feel-good books.