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The Woolworths Girls

Cosy up with this heart-warming and nostalgic walk down memory lane

Elaine Everest author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pan Macmillan

Published:5th May '16

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True friendships can win the hardest of battles . . .

Against the backdrop of impending war, experience the trials, triumphs and camaraderie behind the Woolworths counter, in Elaine Everest’s historical romance The Woolworths Girls.

It's 1938 and as the threat of war hangs over the country, Sarah Caselton is preparing for her new job at Woolworths. Before long, she forms a tight bond with two of her colleagues: the glamorous Maisie and shy Freda. The trio couldn't be more different, but they immediately form a close-knit friendship, sharing their hopes and dreams for the future.

Sarah soon falls into the rhythm of her new position, enjoying the social events hosted by Woolies and her blossoming romance with young assistant manager, Alan. But with the threat of war clouding the horizon, the young men and women of Woolworths realize that there are bigger battles ahead. It's a dangerous time for the nation, and an even more perilous time to fall in love . . .

The first in Elaine Everest's Woolworths series, The Woolworths Girls is followed by the festive sequel, Christmas at Woolworths.

Heartwarming ... a must-read. * Woman's Own *
A warm, tender tale of friendship and love ... sweet as a Woolies Pick 'n' Mix. -- Milly Johnson
A lovely read. * Bella *
Elaine brings the heyday of the iconic high-street giant to life in her charming novel. * S Magazine *

ISBN: 9781447295488

Dimensions: 197mm x 131mm x 28mm

Weight: 302g

448 pages