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A Mother’s Hope for the Cornish Girls

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A Mother’s Hope for the Cornish Girls by Betty Walker weaves a romantic tale set in Cornwall during World War II. It follows the lives of a close-knit group of women navigating love, friendship, and the challenges of wartime. They draw strength from one another as they face personal and collective obstacles, united by their shared hopes and dreams.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a penchant for heart-warming tales set against the backdrop of wartime Cornwall. Rich in friendship, resilience, and romance, this story explores the bonds that form between women as they navigate the challenges of life and love during uncertain times. Perfect for those who appreciate emotional depth and historical intrigue in their romantic narratives.

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A Mother’s Hope for the Cornish Girls

The fourth heartwarming book in the Cornish Girls saga series perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Elaine Everest

Can the bonds of motherhood give them the strength they’ll need to get through the war?

The feel-good, heartwarming WW2 historical homefront family saga to cosy up with from the Romantic Saga of the year nominee

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Bestselling author Betty Walker is back with her most uplifting World War Two saga yet! Preorder Brighter Days for the Cornish Girls!

The fourth heartwarming book in the Cornish Girls saga series, perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Elaine Everest.

Can the bonds of motherhood give them the strength they’ll need to get through the war?

St Ives, Spring 1943.

After having given up her baby at seventeen, Sonya is inspired by her work at an orphanage to discover what happened to her daughter twenty-five years ago. Reunited, they struggle to bond whilst braving the war together.

Nurse Lily has returned to St Ives to finish training as a midwife. But when old flame Tristan is brought in wounded, she must put the past firmly to bed in order to care for him.

Working at Tristan’s convalescent home, Mary longs for the romance she reads of in her novels. But her overprotective mother is making that more difficult at every turn…

In times of war, the Cornish Girls can rely on one another to make it through. But can they lean on the bonds of motherhood for support too?

A heart-warming tale of motherhood in wartime, for fans of Nancy Revell and Donna Douglas.

Readers have been swept away by the Cornish Girls:

‘Romance…friendship…orphans…family…women helping in any way they can…Don’t miss this bookReader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A lovely historical war story. Can't wait to read what happens next in this saga…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

How nice it was to catch up with [the Cornish Girls]. I so hope [they] continue with their antics…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Plenty of twists and turns, well written, likeable characters and easy to follow. I'm already looking forward to the next in the series…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A great read – highly recommended’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A lovely five star read! I look forward to the next one!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Much loved characters that will stay with you, due to their courage, determination and patriotic spirit – five stars from me’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Series: The Cornish Girls Series

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The Cornish Girls is lauded as a beautifully written story with compelling characters, offering both humour and suspense. Readers have praised it for being an enjoyable and warm-hearted read, and many are excited that it marks the beginning of a series.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008525170

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Betty Walker lives in Cornwall with her large family, where she enjoys gardening and coastal walks. She loves discovering curious historical facts, and devotes much time to investigating her family tree. She also writes bestselling contemporary thrillers as Jane Holland.

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