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Book Review #Hard Times for the East End Library Girls #Boldwood Books Publisher #Historical Saga & Romance & Standalone Second Book in The Library Girls series #Book Tour




MY THOUGHTS AND BOOK REVIEW

Hard Times For The East End Library Girls is a captivating novel that delves into the lives of a group of young women facing challenges in post-war London. Patricia McBride skillfully weaves together a tale of friendship, resilience, and the power of community amidst adversity.

In Hard Times For The East End Library Girls, author Patricia McBride takes readers on a poignant journey through the challenges and triumphs of three resilient women in post-war London. As war encroaches on their lives, chief librarian Cordelia, along with her colleagues Mavis and Jane, face personal hardships that test their strength and perseverance.

The novel vividly depicts the impact of war on the protagonists' lives, from Cordelia's bombed flat to Jane's struggles with her injured husband. Despite the darkness that surrounds them, the bond between the three friends grows stronger as they find purpose in transforming the Silvertown library into a beacon of hope for their community.

McBride expertly portrays the camaraderie and determination of Cordelia, Mavis, and Jane, painting a vivid picture of their unwavering courage in the face of adversity. The challenges they encounter - from callous bureaucrats to crafty criminals - only serve to showcase their resilience and unwavering spirit.

Set against the backdrop of a struggling library in the East End of London, the novel follows the lives of the library girls as they navigate personal hardships and societal expectations. McBride breathes life into each character, allowing readers to connect with their struggles and triumphs.

The author's attention to historical detail brings the post-war era to vivid life, immersing readers in a world filled with both despair and hope. The bond between the library girls is heartwarming and inspiring, serving as a reminder of the strength that can be found in friendship.

Hard Times For The East End Library Girls is a poignant and beautifully written novel that will resonate with readers who enjoy stories of friendship, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit. McBride's storytelling is both engaging and heartfelt, making this a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Overall, I highly recommend Hard Times For The East End Library Girls for anyone looking for a compelling and uplifting read that celebrates the strength of women in the face of adversity. Patricia McBride has crafted a truly unforgettable story that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.


BOOK DESCRIPTION

As the war reaches London, they’ll band together…

War strikes close to home for chief librarian Cordelia when her flat is bombed, and her beloved Robert is called up and sent abroad. Fortunately, her colleagues Mavis and Jane can help see her through hard times.

The three friends find purpose in making the Silvertown library a friendly sanctuary for their deprived and devastated community. But sinister forces, from callous bureaucrats to crafty criminals, still lurk among the stacks. Worse, Jane’s soldier husband is injured and suffers both physically and mentally.

With so many struggles Cordelia and her friends might need more than books to survive war's shadow. Can they find light in the darkness?

A captivating tale of resilience and determination, perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Elaine Roberts and Lesley Eames.



About Patricia McBride


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Patricia McBride is an author of heartwarming World War II sagas featuring fierce female friendships. She resides in Cambridge, England with her husband. When not writing, Patricia enjoys curling up with a cup of tea and books about strong woman in war time. Patricia's latest series follows the adventures of three librarians living and working in London's impoverished East End during the Blitz. The first book, The Library Girls of the East End, introduces posh Lady Cordelia Carmichael, bold Mavis and more timid Jane. Despite their differences, the three band together to keep their beloved library running amidst food rationing, air raids, and family troubles. And of course, romance.

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Genre: Historical Saga

Tour Dates: 19th - 25th April 2024

Publication Date: 19th April 2024

Publisher: Boldwood Books

Standalone Second Book in The Library Girls series

Pre-Order Link - https://mybook.to/hardtimeseastendsocial



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