Patrick Gale

Love Lane reintroduces Harry Cane, who has made a life for himself as a wheat farmer in Canada, but is forced to return to England once more. There, he is reunited with his long-lost daughter and an extended family who lovingly accept their so-called ‘Cowboy Grandpa’. The novel is told from a number of perspectives and seamlessly spans decades, thanks to Gale’s masterful storytelling. It is atmospheric and tender, while portraying the frequently complex dynamics of family. Gale is a fantastic scene-setter, whether it’s the desolate prairies of Saskatchewan or the inside of Walton Prison; you won’t be able to put it down.