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March 1911: Betty Dean needs a job and somewhere to live, and eventually, a husband according to her mother. Sent into service at Stowford House in Cheshire, where the days are long and the work is gruelling, Bettys dreams of making something of herself seem even further away.
But soon she is forced to return to The Potteries, carrying with her a dreadful secret which could leave her reputation in tatters.
Could WW1 bring new opportunities or will Betty run out of options?
A new job on the trams throws her a lifeline. Meeting fellow tram girls Connie and Jean brings the joy of friendship, even if Betty struggles with having to keep secrets from her new pals.
When Duncan Kennedy, a shy but charming soldier, enters Bettys life, it seems that she may finally find love. But opening herself up isnt easy, and when he leaves for the front, she finds herself alone once again.
As the Great War rumbles on, Bettys life in The Potteries is full of its own battles
A heart-breaking WW1 saga that fans of Pam Howes and Nancy Revell will love.
Readers are loving The Potteries Girls on the Home Front
'Well written, with a lovely storyline and lovely characters...couldn't put it down.' Reader Review
'Family saga at its best. Brilliant book can't wait to read more by this author.' Reader Review
A good cosy read, but not without a little heartbreak and some feel good moments as well to delight the reader. Reader Review
Praise for Lynn Johnsons Potteries Girls series:
A poignant, emotional and heart-wrenching readbest read with a box of tissues handy Bookish Jottings
This truly was a fabulous story from beginning to end and I struggled to put it down! richly detailed, beautifully written and the storyline along with the characters was enthralling Rose is Reading
I highly recommend reading this and being transported back in time. An excellent historical fiction that had me compulsively turning the pages. Books and Bookends
Overall, I loved it. There were lots of moments that made me gasp and others that almost made me cry, and then there were those that made me smile and sigh. Jess Bookish Life
heartwarming and emotional. I absolutely love the story lineI really enjoyed the setting and the characters. If you enjoy historical fiction, this is definitely a book to read! Jessica Belmont Book Reviews
Im quite astonished this is a debut novel The characters came alive on the page, and its a fully rounded story A fabulous read Grace J Reviewerlady
an emotional, captivating read which is perfect for anyone who loves a good saga! a fantastic read that quickly drew me into the story and kept my interest throughout with its fabulous plot. Over The Rainbow Book Blog
the author winds her story around your person and snares your heart Though filled with much darkness and despair, there is also hope and love Insatiable Readers
Johnson has a Cookson flairshe does capture the heart and soul of her characters. Cheryl M-M Book Reviews