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Magpie
(Paperback)
Bill Allerton
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The brand NEW instalment in the bestselling Harpers Emporium series
by Rosie Clarke. Can the Harpers Girls look forward to some happy
times as a new dawn rises over London?Sally Harper is busy juggling
running London's Oxford Street Store Harpers and looking after her
beautiful new-born daughter, whilst husband Ben is overseas on
another dangerous mission, this time to rescue a friend in need.
Young Becky Stockbridge finds herself in a difficult situation
which could bring shame to her and her family. Will Becky, with the
help of her friends find her happy ever after and keep her secret?
Marion Jackson is blessed with a son as she eagerly awaits the
return of her husband Reggie. But all is not right when Reggie
returns. Is Marion strong enough to save her family from yet
another crisis? As the war clouds retreat and the victory bells
ring, tears and joy mingle with those of sadness as the world
counts the true toll of war and celebrates peace.
'Curl up in a chair with Fenella J Miller's characters and lose
yourself in another time and another place.' Lizzie Lane May 1940
There are new residents at Goodwill House - WAAF drivers Camilla
'Millie' Cunningham and Diane Forsyth, both eager to do their bit
for the war effort and excited to be helping the brave boys who
fly. And when Millie meets dashing and heroic Spitfire pilot Ted
Thorrington, they strike up an instant connection. But with Hitler
gaining more ground in Europe, there is danger brewing across the
Channel in Dunkirk and Ted is required to fly more and more
dangerous sorties, risking his life every time. With their hearts
and lives on the line, the courage of the girls in blue will be
tested like never before... Don't miss book two in the wonderful
new Goodwill House series by bestselling author Fenella J. Miller!
Praise for Fenella J. Miller: 'Curl up in a chair with Fenella J
Miller's characters and lose yourself in another time and another
place.' Lizzie Lane 'Engaging characters and setting which whisks
you back to the home front of wartime Britain. A great start to
what promises to be a fabulous series.' Jean Fullerton
'Curl up in a chair with Fenella J Miller's characters and lose
yourself in another time and another place.' Lizzie Lane May 1940
There are new residents at Goodwill House - WAAF drivers Camilla
'Millie' Cunningham and Diane Forsyth, both eager to do their bit
for the war effort and excited to be helping the brave boys who
fly. And when Millie meets dashing and heroic Spitfire pilot Ted
Thorrington, they strike up an instant connection. But with Hitler
gaining more ground in Europe, there is danger brewing across the
Channel in Dunkirk and Ted is required to fly more and more
dangerous sorties, risking his life every time. With their hearts
and lives on the line, the courage of the girls in blue will be
tested like never before... Don't miss book two in the wonderful
new Goodwill House series by bestselling author Fenella J. Miller!
Praise for Fenella J. Miller: 'Curl up in a chair with Fenella J
Miller's characters and lose yourself in another time and another
place.' Lizzie Lane 'Engaging characters and setting which whisks
you back to the home front of wartime Britain. A great start to
what promises to be a fabulous series.' Jean Fullerton
BRISTOL 1943 and life for the Tobacco Girls isn't getting any
easier...Bridget Milligan has donned a uniform and joined the
nursing services where she becomes intrigued with the miracles of
modern medicine. She's also torn between family loyalty, her new
career and Lyndon O'Neill, the love of her life. Is it too
impossible to hope that everything will come out right in the end?
Phyllis Harvey is still serving in Malta where she sees the
casualties of war first hand. Finally it seems like Phyllis is
blessed with true in love, but fate can sometimes be a rocky road
and nothing is that certain. Maisie Miles is left holding the home
front at the tobacco factory but with the sudden death of her
grandmother finds herself once more alone in the world. However,
thanks to a substantial inheritance, she is able to extend a
helping hand to a friend in desperate need. There are tears and
laughter, goodbyes and new arrivals along with the hope that new
beginnings are not far over the horizon. 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
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