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Weaver Street at War
- Author
- Chrissie Walsh
- Narrator
- Katy Sobey
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 15 May 2024
- Run Time
- 9 hours 29 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
As World War II takes its toll on Liverpool, only friendship and community can keep the women of Weaver Street smiling.
The neighbours on Liverpool’s Weaver Street have always looked after each other, but when the Second World War takes many of the husbands, brothers and sons away to fight, the women’s friendships are more important than ever.
Matriarch Kitty Conlon is missing her son Patrick, proud but fearful of the fate of his Spitfire, while spinster Mavis welcomes a new lodger, WAAF Anna Carswell who is delighted by the Weaver Street welcome after a loveless childhood. At number nine, Maggie Stubbs worries nightly as her daughter Lily patrols the streets to protect the neighbours during air raids in her role as ARP Warden, and when an unexploded bomb is discovered at the allotment, danger comes terrifyingly close to Weaver Street.
With war raging and Liverpool bearing the brunt of seemingly non-stop bombing, the friends must share the burden of rationing, blackout and news from the front, while helping one another capture all the moments of joy they can. All the time wishing and hoping that soon news of peace will come and finally their lives can start again.
A gripping new saga perfect for all fans of Fenella Miller, Margaret Dickinson and Pam Howes.
Readers love Weaver Street:
'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill
'With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen
‘This is an excellent read, love following how the families of Weaver Street are doing’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
'Twists and turns in Weaver Street. A delightful read very uplifting. Really Enjoyed. Hope for another book . Give it a go!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
'Oh what a beautiful story to be told, I love the Weaver Street series, as all the neighbours come together, in troubles, such a wonderful book from the first chapter right through to the end' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘I have enjoyed the two books I have read about life on Weaver Street and anyone who enjoys reading about family life would not go wrong indulging in these books. Can’t wait until the next one!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘I love the Weaver Street stories. Such lifelike characters I was fully absorbed in their lives. Extremely enjoyable reading’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
‘Love the Weaver Street books, they make me feel like I'm there going through all the ups and downs . Already excited for the next one’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Chrissie Walsh
- Narrator
- Katy Sobey
- Duration
- 9 hours 29 minutes
- Release Date
- 15 May 2024
- ISBN
- 9781802809565
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Generational sagas, Historical fiction, Family life fiction, Historical romance, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Fiction: mashup
Synopsis
Immerse yourself in the World War II saga from bestselling author Chrissie WalshAs World War II takes its toll on Liverpool, only friendship and community can keep the women of Weaver Street smiling.The neighbours on Liverpool’s Weaver Street have always looked after each other, but when the Second World War takes many of the husbands, brothers and sons away to fight, the women’s friendships are more important than ever.Matriarch Kitty Conlon is missing her son Patrick, proud but fearful of the fate of his Spitfire, while spinster Mavis welcomes a new lodger, WAAF Anna Carswell who is delighted by the Weaver Street welcome after a loveless childhood. At number nine, Maggie Stubbs worries nightly as her daughter Lily patrols the streets to protect the neighbours during air raids in her role as ARP Warden, and when an unexploded bomb is discovered at the allotment, danger comes terrifyingly close to Weaver Street.With war raging and Liverpool bearing the brunt of seemingly non-stop bombing, the friends must share the burden of rationing, blackout and news from the front, while helping one another capture all the moments of joy they can. All the time wishing and hoping that soon news of peace will come and finally their lives can start again.A gripping new saga perfect for all fans of Fenella Miller, Margaret Dickinson and Pam Howes.Readers love Weaver Street:'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill'With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen‘This is an excellent read, love following how the families of Weaver Street are doing’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Twists and turns in Weaver Street. A delightful read very uplifting. Really Enjoyed. Hope for another book . Give it a go!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Oh what a beautiful story to be told, I love the Weaver Street series, as all the neighbours come together, in troubles, such a wonderful book from the first chapter right through to the end' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘I have enjoyed the two books I have read about life on Weaver Street and anyone who enjoys reading about family life would not go wrong indulging in these books. Can’t wait until the next one!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘I love the Weaver Street stories. Such lifelike characters I was fully absorbed in their lives. Extremely enjoyable reading’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘Love the Weaver Street books, they make me feel like I'm there going through all the ups and downs . Already excited for the next one’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
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