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OverviewCan friendship save them in their time of need? 1940: When trainee nurses Clare and Gaye, alongside their new friend Diana discover that the war is forcing the mothers and children of Guernsey to seek safety in Stockport they immediately volunteer. Yet, they each has their own troubles to face: Clare misses her family in Ireland, while Diana struggles to find her place in the parachute factory. And Gaye must hide a secret that could tear her family apart . . . With the danger of war coming ever closer, it is their friendship and determination that will see them and the children in their care through. But can the girls and the evacuee families make a home in Mersey Square? A heart-warming world war two saga of friendship and hope in the face of adversity, perfect for fans of Elsie Mason, Maureen Lee and Lyn Andrews. * * * * * * * * Readers are LOVING The Nightingales in Mersey Square: 'I loved every page' 5* 'A brilliant read' 5* 'A work of art' 5* 'Absolutely amazing' 5* 'So heart-warming' 5* Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lilly Robbins , Charlie SandersonPublisher: Orion Publishing Co Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd ) Edition: Unabridged edition Dimensions: Width: 12.80cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 19.60cm Weight: 0.260kg ISBN: 9781409192008ISBN 10: 1409192008 Pages: 384 Publication Date: 23 July 2020 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationLilly Robbins grew up in Scotland, and has lived in London, Stockport and Ireland. Whilst living and teaching in Stockport - her husband's hometown - she became fascinated by its WW2 history and the famous Stockport Air Raid shelters. During her recent research she discovered how Stockport had hosted the Guernsey Evacuee families, and the idea for 'The Nightingales in Mersey Square' was born. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |