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Books > Fiction > Genre fiction > War fiction > Second World War fiction
Bristol 1939 At forty years of age, Mary Anne Randall still turns
heads. With an abusive husband spending most of his wages on beer,
she has resigned herself to be the sole breadwinner to protect her
family and keep the wolves from the door. In order to make ends
meet Mary Anne runs a pawnbroking business from the wash house at
the end of the garden. Following the outbreak of war an opportunity
presents itself to escape her loveless marriage and find true love.
Will she take that chance, or carry on living just for her children
and not for herself? Read the sequal A Wartime Family. 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
Go on patrol with Major Eazy, the laid-back British officer who
always completes his mission! Before Judge Dredd and Strontium Dog
for 2000 AD, comic maestro Carlos Ezquerra created an iconic star
character of bestselling British war comic, Battle. Now, collected
in order for the first time, Rebellion is proud to present all of
Major Eazy's adventures remastered and from the beginning. From
pulse-pounding invasion of Sicily to the German surrender at
Brenner Pass, Major Eazy Volume 1 collects all of the character's
adventures across the Italian arena of war.
Bristol - 1945 The war has ended; the men are returning home to
their loved ones, but for some things have changed. Charlotte
Hennessey-White's husband, David is no longer the gentle loving man
he once was and Charlotte, so independent during the war, is
devastated. Edna Burbage's strong fiancee, Colin has suffered
appalling physical injuries. He won't hold her to her promise of
marriage, but she insists her feelings are unchanged. But is that
true? Is she marrying him out of love or pity? And Polly Chandler's
sweetheart, Gavin who'd she'd planned her whole future around,
hasn't come home at all. War and suffering have changed their men
leaving the women to cope on their own. But they too are changed.
They harbour secrets best kept that could do untold damage to these
already fragile lives. 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 moving and nostalgic saga from Pam Evans, set in London during
the Second World War. Perfect for readers of Katie Flynn, Kitty
Neale and Dilly Court. It is autumn 1940 and, as the bombs drop on
London, a close-knit community struggles to survive. Working at the
local post office, Bessie Green does her best to keep her
customers' spirits up, but when she receives a telegram addressed
to her parents, there's nothing she can do to prevent the heartache
that lies ahead. Then Bessie hears that eleven-year-old Daisy Mason
has been orphaned in a blast, and she's sure that taking Daisy into
their home is just what her parents need to help them overcome
their grief. At first, Daisy won't settle, then her handsome
brother Josh comes back on leave and things look up for all of
them. But the war brings further challenges for Bessie and her
friends - with more hearts broken and loved-ones lost - before they
can dare to dream of a brighter future... Readers love Pam Evans
heartwarming family sagas: 'A touching novel' Daily Express 'An
unforgettable tale of life during the war' Our Time 'Nostalgia,
heartbreak, danger and war: all the ingredients of an engrossing
novel' Bolton News 'There's a special kind of warmth that shines
through the characters' Lancashire Evening Post 'This book touched
me very, very much. It's lovely' North Wales Chronicle
Can she find the strength to carry on without him?Rosie Curtis is
distraught when her brother Tommy is viciously murdered after
dabbling in the criminal underworld. Life at home isn't the same
and without Tommy's support, her dreams of becoming a dancer are
shattered. Powerless to avenge her brother's death, Rosie throws
herself into saving a local music hall from closure and plans a
musical spectacular, despite the misgivings of her family. But then
Rosie comes face to face with her brother's killer, and she decides
she will stop at nothing to see him punished. While she fights to
stage her show and put Tommy's killers away for good, her brother's
smiling face appears in her thoughts, telling her to keep on
dancing - but will she be able to? A gritty historical saga set in
the East End, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Nadine Dorries.
THE FINAL NOVEL IN THE **BESTSELLING** SHIPYARD GIRLS SERIES!
January 1945. Spring is in the air. And so is victory. Wedding
bells are ringing at long last for Gloria and her soon-to-be
husband Jack. But she can't rest until her youngest son is safely
home. Head welder Rosie is delighted her own husband has returned
from enemy territory. But the promise of victory brings more
change... Her squad has come so far - what will happen when the war
ends? Meanwhile Helen is caught between two men - but must hide her
true feelings from the one she loves. Can her fellow women welders
help Helen follow her heart? Only by working together will the
Shipyard Girls win the day! ______________________________ Praise
for Nancy Revell: 'Nancy Revell knows how to stir the passions and
soothe the heart!' Northern Echo 'Stirring and heartfelt
storytelling' Peterborough Evening Telegraph
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