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Books > Fiction > Genre fiction > War fiction > First World War fiction
Bristol 1927 Ten year old Magda Brodie's world is torn apart when
her mother dies in the workhouse two weeks before Christmas. Her
wastrel father arranges for her sisters to be sent to their
grandparents in Ireland and for her younger brother to be adopted
leaving Magda distraught with worry as her family are scattered far
and wide. Magda, as the eldest girl is sent to live with her Aunt
Bridget who for whatever reason, holds a bitter resentment towards
Magda. But adversity makes Magda strong and determined. She dreams
of happier times, to reunite her family and make her Christmas Wish
come true. Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'A gripping saga and a storyline
that will keep you hooked' Rosie Goodwin 'The Tobacco Girls is
another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read
for all saga fans.' Jean Fullerton 'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a
past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship,
drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they were then.'
Catrin Collier 'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga
then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' Fenella J Miller
'Absolutely loved this book from start to finish, I couldn't put it
down' Reader Review While the men are off fighting, the women keep
the country moving... July 1914: Britain is in turmoil as WW1
begins to change the world. While the young men disappear off to
foreign battlefields, the women left at home throw themselves into
jobs meant for the boys. Hiding her privileged background and her
suffragette past, Constance Copeland signs up to be a Clippie -
collecting money and giving out tickets - on the trams in
Staffordshire, despite her parents' disapproval. Constance, now
known as Connie, soon finds there is more to life than the wealth
she was born into and she soon makes fast friends with lively
fellow Clippies, Betty and Jean, as well as growing closer to the
charming, gentle Inspector Robert Caldwell. But Connie is haunted
by another secret; and if it comes out, it could destroy her new
life. After war ends and the men return to take back their roles,
will Connie find that she can return to her previous existence? Or
has she been changed forever by seeing a new world through the tram
windows? A captivating, lively, romantic saga set in WW1 that will
engross fans of Johanna Bell and Jenny Holmes. Readers are loving
Connie's story: 'Absolutely loved this book from start to finish, I
couldn't put it down...A great historical fiction read that has you
wanting to finish the book to see how all their lives turn out.
Loved it!' Reader Review 'A wonderful WWI-era historical fiction
novel that I truly, truly enjoyed...I look forward to what Ms.
Johnson has in store for readers next.' Reader Review 'Set around
World War One, it shows the grit the women of the war had to
endure...well written and enjoyable.' Reader Review 'I enjoyed
reading this book because I learned a lot about women during the
first world war...There was sadness in the story but happiness and
hope for the future. I do recommend that you read this book.'
Reader Review 'I thoroughly enjoyed this story that captured the
war, suffragette movement, class and working on the trams. I became
embroiled in Connie's life and couldn't wait to see what happened
next.' Reader Review 'A wonderful book and highly recommended.'
Reader Review 'Historical Fiction and General Fiction readers ought
to pick up this charming book.' Reader Review 'An appealing story,
with well-drawn characters...To be with Connie on her journey makes
a thoroughly satisfying read.' Reader Review Readers love Lynn
Johnson's captivating WW1 sagas: 'an emotional, captivating read
which is perfect for anyone who loves a good saga!' Over The
Rainbow Book Blog A poignant, emotional and heart-wrenching
read...best read with a box of tissues handy' Bookish Jottings
'This truly was a fabulous story from beginning to end and I
struggled to put it down!... richly detailed, beautifully written
and the storyline along with the characters was enthralling' Rose
is Reading 'heartwarmingand emotional...If you enjoy historical
fiction, this is definitely a book to read!' Jessica Belmont Book
Reviews 'An excellent historical fiction that had me compulsively
turning the pages.' Books and Bookends 'Overall, I loved it. There
were lots of moments that made me gasp and others that almost made
me cry, and then there were those that made me smile and sigh.'
Jess Bookish Life 'Johnson has a Cookson flair...she does capture
the heart and soul of her characters.' Cheryl M-M Book Reviews
To swing the tide of the war, he must take to the air once again.It
was 1916. The First World War had still two years to run. Martin
Falconer, at eighteen an experienced pilot with service in France
to his credit, was kicking his heels in England, awaiting another
posting to the Front. Throughout the spring he watched the progress
of the war, especially the war in the air, acknowledging to himself
the German's superiority. Their machines were better, and they had
produced the war's best-known hero of the air, the Red Baron.
British machines were poor, morale was low, and the odds were
stacked against them. Finally, at the beginning of April, Martin
was sent again to France - but this was the month that became known
as Bloody April, when a pilot's life-expectancy was two weeks, and
Martin found himself in a unit demoralised and ill-managed. John
Harris's sombre picture of Britain at war is as compelling as only
the truth can be, perfect for fans of W. E. Johns, Alexander
Fullerton and David Black.
December 1917: Germany opens the final, bitter round of the war
with a new and deadly weapon in the struggle for the seas. When the
Vulkan sails from Kiel Harbour, to all appearances she is a
harmless merchant vessel. But her peaceful lines conceal a
merciless firepower of guns, mines, and torpedoes that can be
brought into play instantly. For the Vulkan is the last of the
German commerce raiders, tasked with breaking through the British
blockade and then heading west and south to the open seas. And
under crack commander Felix von Steiger, her mission is to bring
chaos to the Allied seaways.
1913 Lydia Miller, daughter of a German doctor, is training to
become a nurse when she first meets debonair Robert Ravening, the
nephew of a Lord and a keen aviator and promptly falls in love.
When the Great War begins in 1914, Robert enlists with the Royal
Flying Corps and as a nurse, determined to help all she can, Lydia
is sent to France. But her love affair with Robert has more than
one consequence as secrets and sins are disclosed. Also being both
British and German Lydia finds herself in No Man's Land, suspected
by one and imprisoned by the other. Previously published as Home
for Christmas Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'A gripping saga and a
storyline that will keep you hooked' Rosie Goodwin 'The Tobacco
Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a
must-read for all saga fans.' Jean Fullerton 'Lizzie Lane opens the
door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming
friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they
were then.' Catrin Collier 'If you want an exciting, authentic
historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' Fenella J
Miller
'a highly emotional, captivating story of love and loss set in
WW1...brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye as I read.'
Over The Rainbow Book Blog The Great War drove them apart - but
love kept them together Summer 1914: Shy young woman, Amy Fletcher,
lives a quiet life in Sussex. An office worker, she lives at home,
along with her parents and spirited younger brother, Bertie. But
her life is transformed when she meets handsome young man, Edmond
Derwent, son of one of the wealthiest families in the small town of
Larchbury, and student at Cambridge University. The couple are
falling deeply in love when war breaks out and, eager to do his
duty for England, Edmond signs up as an officer. The couple plan to
be wed, eager to start a new life together - but their happiness is
short-lived when Edmond is sent to Flanders to lead his men into
battle. Amy trains as a VAD nurse and is soon sent to France, where
she sees the true horror of war inflicted on the brave young men
sent to fight. Separated by war, Edmond and Amy share their
feelings through emotional letters sent from the front line. But
when Edmond is critically wounded at Ypres, their love faces the
biggest test of all - can their love stay strong while the world
around them is crumbling? A romantic, emotional saga set in WW1 -
readers of Rosie Goodwin, Katie Flynn and Val Wood will be
captivated by this story of love. Praise for Until We Meet Again:
'an incredibly well-written and emotional read... I really felt
like I was on an emotional rollercoaster.' FNM Book Reviews 'I
pretty much read this in one sitting...If you're a fan of historic
novels and romance, this book is perfect. I loved it.' Novel Kicks
'did a fabulous job of balancing the reality of war and still
giving us hope with a love story between Amy and Edmond...An
absolutely fantastic book and an author I highly recommend!' Rose
is Reading 'an absorbing, interesting and emotional read... Highly
recommended, particularly to fans of historical romance.' Double
Stacked 'I thoroughly enjoyed this story and its eclectic mix of
characters... the simplicity of the story made it easy to read and
yet was full of emotional content.' Dragon Rose Books Galore 'an
amazing book with a beautiful and emotional message of love, as
well as the strength of the men and women that fought for freedom
and to save the life of the innocent.' Jess Bookish Life
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