The Northern Line

The life and stories of a Jewish family who after escaping persecution found themselves in northern England. A very detailed account of the lives and times of the author's large family, their trials and tribulations and how they came to make a new life in England. At times harrowing, sometimes comical but always informative. Well worth reading and a huge reminder of man's inhumanity to their fellow humans. Original review: https://www.netgalley.co.uk/book/211858/review/250838

I loved this book. Brilliant story - intrigue, madness, suicide, romance and history - all the essentials needed for an excellent read. I found it moving, funny and unputdownable in equal parts. Highly recommend.

I loved this book. Brilliant story - intrigue, madness, suicide, romance and history - all the essentials needed for an excellent read. I found it moving, funny and unputdownable in equal parts. Highly recommend.

As the title tells us, this is the story of a provincial Jewish family. As the author began to think about her family history she began to discover more and more and realised that their story would be of interest not only within the family but to the outside world as well. The result is a wonderful chronicle of the various and varied stories that make up her family's often difficult and troubled past. It's a fascinating account and makes for some great reading.

This is a social history which preserves important legacies beyond the family to which it directly relates. All histories touching on the Holocaust are important and seeing the impact over generations serves as a useful insight into how such experiences shape the lives of others. I loved the details.