Review by Makeda Cummings: Readers’ Favourite, 2025

Lucas by Alison Bellringer follows an orphan boy taken in by his neighbours, the Copperleys. Although they love him as if he were their own child, when he hears them discussing their financial struggles, he assumes they no longer want him. Feeling somewhat out of place, Lucas leaves their home with Bandit, their dog, and begins a wandering life. He accepts small jobs and is paid with food and shelter… After experiencing a painful loss, Lucas eventually meets Ruby and Seth, a caring couple who openly welcome him into their home. They offer him a secure and stable family life. As Lucas grows older, new friendships take shape, old ties reappear, and he is left wondering what family truly means. Will he ever find the home he dreams of? Bellringer’s Lucas reads like a gentle coming-of-age story set in close-knit villages where everyone’s life connects in some way or another. The writing is inviting and captivating. It fits perfectly with a plot built around highly emotional moments. Lucas grows through several heartfelt experiences and the support of people who really care about him. The book explores ideas such as healing, found family, and forgiveness. The rural setting gives the story a warm, familiar feeling. It reminds me of family stories that move at a natural pace and focus on relationships rather than big twists, for example, Little House on the Prairie. Readers who enjoy calm, meaningful stories about rebuilding and second chances will find this book thoughtful and comforting. Very highly recommended.

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