The Birthday Party Author:Elvi Rhodes Poppy's family is gathering to celebrate her eightieth birthday. Her children, grandchildren and even one great-grandchild are converging on her Sussex home. As she prepares to welcome them all, her mind goes back over her life - to her tough childhood in Yorkshire, to her mother, who scrimped and saved to bring her up decently, to her three hus... more »bands and to Alun, the great love of her life who was taken from her by the war. Yes, she has had a full life - a lot fuller than her family realises. As they toast their beloved matriarch, little do they know what an extraordinary and often shocking life she has led...« less
Enjoyable read that encompasses 80 years of the main character's life that alternates with the story of her family joining together for her 80th birthday. Strong, likeable main character. Entertaining book.