About this book
Warm, nostalgic, and vividly observed, The Hawthorns A Story about Children by Amy Walton invites listeners into the everyday world of the Hawthorn family at Easney Vicarage. Set in the late Victorian era, this coming‑of‑age fiction follows a cluster of siblings—Penelope, Ambrose, Nancy, David, and the nursery children Dickie and Cicely—as they grow, play, and learn beneath the famous old pear tree where sparrows nest and summer pears fall with a soft "splosh."
Walton’s gentle teen/young adult tale captures the rhythms of family life, the small dramas of schoolroom lessons and nursery mischief, and a keen appreciation for nature and animal life woven through domestic scenes. The prose balances period detail with timeless insights into childhood curiosity, sibling bonds, and the quiet passage from play to responsibility, all without sacrificing warmth or charm.
Perfect for fans of classic children’s fiction and historical YA, this audiobook suits listeners who enjoy character-driven stories, pastoral settings, and humane observations about family and growing up. Ideal for nostalgic adults, parents sharing stories with older children, or anyone seeking a soothing, character-rich escape into Victorian childhood.
