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Lily's War

By: Shirley Mann
Narrated by: Lucy Dixon
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An uplifting and inspiring World War II saga for fans of Nancy Revell and Annie Groves.

1942, Manchester.

World War II is in full swing, and Lily Mullins is determined to do her bit for the war effort. Her friends and sweetheart have all joined up, and Lily's sure there must be a role for her that goes further than knitting socks for the troops!

When she decides to volunteer for the Women's Auxiliary Air Force, Lily soon discovers that she has a talent as a wireless operator. Helped along the way by a special gang of girls, she finds strengths she didn't know she had and realises that the safety of the country might just be in her hands....

Meanwhile, Danny is determined to marry Lily, but his letters home become more and more distant. Will a long separation mean the end of their love story?

An uplifting and inspiring novel of women on the home front.

©2020 Shirley Mann (P)2020 Bonnier Books UK 20th Century Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance War & Military War Feel-Good

Critic Reviews

"An impeccably researched and uplifting story of love, loss and courage: a heartwarming read that will captivate all those who love a good war story." (Clare Harvey, author of The Gunner Girl)

"A wonderful, inspiring story. I can't wait to read more from Shirley Mann." (Sheila Newberry)
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Wonderful story beautifully brought to life by the narrator. Well researched to bring a factual glimpse of the lives of young men women of this time, and especially the changes to their societal roles brought about by war.

Believable fiction

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I really enjoyed every minute of this book The characters were so believable and the narration was perfect.
Hearing how the war affected those on home soil was a different perspective and very interesting.

Wonderful

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I loved the little touches throughout this story that brought such imagery to the period of time. Beautifully written and read.

fully engaging

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This was a lovely gentle story enjoyable from start to finish. well written with good narration. Makes you realise what young people went through the war. even from a novel .is worth a read.

Lovely/Gentle

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I really enjoyed this book. The note to reader was a special touch.
A strong female character and good insight to ww2 with some sweetness as well.

Strength of those in war

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An easy to listen story that takes you through the period of WW2 from the perspective of Lily and Danny. I enjoyed!

An easy listen

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Really liked this story and narrative. Good research into life during this era of WW11..
Loved the friendship of the girls, highly recommend

Great story

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I truly enjoyed Lilys war.
It was so informative about individuals ventures, pain and suffering. Esp as this opened a lot of opportunities for women in the workplace. Look forward to next book.

Lovely

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