The Woolworths Girls

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BOOK 1 IN THE WOOLWORTHS SERIES 1939. On her first day at Woolworths, Sarah Caselton meets glamorous Maisie and shy Freda. The trio couldn't be more different but they soon form a tight-knit friendship, sharing their hopes and dreams for the future. Sarah falls into the warmth and rhythm of her new job, enjoying the social events hosted by Woolies and her blossoming romance with the young assistant manager, Alan. But history waits for no one, and with the threat of war clouding the horizon, the young men and women of Woolworths soon realize they may not have the luxury of a carefree youth or the time to fall in love . . . The Woolworths Girls is a heart-warming tale of friendship, family and hope in the face of war. PRAISE FOR THE WOOLWORTHS GIRLS "Heartwarming ... a must-read." Woman's Own "A lovely read." Bella

Elaine Everest was born and brought up in north west Kent, where The Woolworths Girls is set, and was once a Woolworths girl herself. Elaine has written widely for women's magazines, with both short stories and features. A canine journalist, her experience has led to her writing columns for canine publications, as well as non-fiction books for dog owners, and being in demand for radio. When she isn't writing, Elaine runs The Write Place creative writing school in Dartford, Kent, and the blog for the Romantic Novelists' Association. Elaine lives with her husband, Michael, and their Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Henry, in Swanley, Kent. You can say hello to Elaine on Twitter @ElaineEverest or Facebook www.facebook.com/elaine.everest

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 *