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Hard Times for the East End Library Girls

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The library girls are back, striving for a better tomorrow

As the war reaches London, they'll band together…

War strikes close to home for chief librarian Cordelia when her flat is bombed, and her beloved Robert is called up and sent abroad. Fortunately, her colleagues Mavis and Jane can help see her through hard times.

The three friends find purpose in making the Silvertown library a friendly sanctuary for their deprived and devastated community. But sinister forces, from callous bureaucrats to crafty criminals, still lurk among the stacks. Worse, Jane's soldier husband is injured and suffers both physically and mentally.

With so many struggles Cordelia and her friends might need more than books to survive war's shadow. Can they find light in the darkness?

A captivating tale of resilience and determination, perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Elaine Roberts and Lesley Eames.

'a compelling story of friendships and the hardships of war, with excellent sketches of the East End. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend.' Rosie Clarke

'If you like Dee Williams' books about Silvertown and Rotherhithe, you'll love Patricia's Library Girls series.' Lizzie Lane

'I was hooked from page one. Rich in historical detail and with characters you feel you know... Highly recommended!' Lynette Rees

'A brilliant read - the sort of book you can immerse yourself in completely ... You couldn't read the story without it reaching your heart, or without wanting to know what will become of these women' Fran Smith

'This took me to the east end of London during the blitz, so well written and researched. Great storytelling, very evocative.' ????? Reader Review

'I couldn't put it down! The characters and their stories. It is well written and researched' ????? Reader Review

'Such a well written book like the ones before ,very readable and full of characters that are so believable.' ????? Reader Review

About This Edition

ISBN: 9781835180099
Publication date: 19th April 2024
Author: Patricia McBride
Publisher: Boldwood Books
Format: Hardback
Pagination: 226 pages
Series: Library Girls
Genres: Historical Fiction
Historical romance
Romance in uniform
Narrative theme: Coming of age
Narrative theme: Love and relationships
Narrative theme: Environmental issues / the natural world
Narrative theme: Health and illness
Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss
Narrative theme: Interior life
Narrative theme: Identity / belonging
Narrative theme: Social issues
Fiction: mashup
Family Drama
Sagas
General Fiction