Greener Beyond the Hill is a well written novel centred on the characters of Mary & Tom Holmes and their family as they adjust to their new rural life and the challenges of working a Yorkshire farm. The story touches on life just after Britain recovers from the second world war, and the stark living conditions and poverty faced by the couple and their children. This is a truly heart warming and realistic account that takes the reader on a fascinating journey and appreciating how the years have changed the quality of living conditions and the many luxuries that we take advantage of today. The characters are well rounded and likeable, and very easy to build an emotional connection with. The dialogue is realistic and the narration itself detailing the families life, hardships and how they each embrace and overcome the adversities engages the reader from the very beginning. The plot moves at a good pace with very little editing issues that would distract the reader from the story.
This is a fabulous read and I award 5 stars.
