Bøker av Pam Howes

Mersey Square, Stockport. With her daughter in danger, how far will she go to save her? Every day for the last sixteen years, Olivia Grant has longed for her daughter. Forced to give her up at birth, Harley has been raised by her father Roy and his wife. When the day to meet her arrives at last, Olivia's heart swells as she takes in Harley's precious face, so like her own. But Olivia can tell: her little angel is very sick and needs urgent help. And when a doctor delivers the most devastating news any parent could hear, Olivia must grapple with the heartbreaking truth. Will she lose the daughter she's waited so long to meet?Praying that she will be able to save Harley, Olivia despairs when neither she nor Roy can give her the help she needs. Their best chance of saving their darling girl's life is another baby, a full-blood sibling to save her life.But Roy has been happily married for the past sixteen years and he and Olivia now face an impossible choice. Having another child with Olivia would destroy Roy's marriage, the only parents Harley has ever known. Should she ask Roy to try for another baby... or will doing so tear them all apart forever? If you love Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell, you'll adore this utterly gripping saga novel which will rip your heart in two and remind you to never give up on those you love. This book was previously published as Always On My Mind. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward 'The stories, the characters, the music... this series has it all. Superb!' Bestselling author Mandasue Heller ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet

Mersey Square, Stockport, 1984. Can she find the courage to overcome a devastating tragedy? Sammy and Roy Cantello have been inseparable since they were teenage sweethearts. Married for twenty years, their eldest son is the apple of Sammy's eye. When the police arrive, telling her there's been a devastating crash, it is the worst night of her life. Her boy had always been such a safe driver, what could possibly have gone wrong?As her firstborn fights for his life and Sammy searches for answers, she realises there's only one thing that could have been distracting her child: his father Roy's recent affair with another woman, Olivia Grant. Sammy thought their relationship was over for good, but is there something Roy hasn't told her?Desperate for answers about her son's accident, she goes to see Olivia. But as Sammy enters Olivia's small flat, she is shocked to her very core: Olivia's rounded belly tells her this woman is carrying her husband's child.As her own son slips away, Sammy is consumed by grief, but she realises that the other woman is struggling too. When Olivia decides she is not the best person to raise her child and begs for support, Sammy knows that her son would want her to help. Can Sammy find the courage to raise her husband's child as her own? Fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell will absolutely love this heart-wrenching and gripping historical novel about courage, hope and the strength of friendship. This book was previously published as 'Til I Kissed You. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward 'The stories, the characters, the music... this series has it all. Superb!' Bestselling author Mandasue Heller ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet

Mersey Square, Stockport. Can she give her young sons the life they deserve, or will taking them away from their father destroy them all? Singer Olivia Grant has recently separated from the father of her two small boys and knows that the best place for her children is with their mother. She has beautiful home in America and wants to give her sons the childhood she never had.Even though their father Roy is unhappy about them being so far away, Olivia is sure that she's doing the right thing for her children and takes them for a visit. As the boys play in the pool and soak up the sun, she knows she's made a good choice. After so much hardship, this is the life they all deserve. But when Roy realises his sons have gone, he is devastated and threatens to not let Olivia see them anymore. Olivia only wants the best for her angels, but she feels torn in two. Can she find a way to give her little ones the life they deserve, or will she destroy herself and her beloved family forever? Fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell will fall in love with this hugely addictive family saga. A story about how far we'll go to protect our children, this gripping novel will break your heart in two. This book was previously published as Not Fade Away. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward 'The stories, the characters, the music... this series has it all. Superb!' Bestselling author Mandasue Heller ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads reviewer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet

Mersey Square, Stockport, 1964. Can she love another woman's child? Jane Wilson has just got engaged to her childhood sweetheart Eddie. Although they had a rocky start and Jane is haunted by Eddie's previous relationship, she couldn't be happier that they're back together. But before they can get out the bunting and make it down the aisle, Eddie's first wife is in a terrible car accident. Eddie's sweet three-year-old son Jonny is left alone, crying for his mother and inconsolable. Jane resolves that she must do all she can for the innocent little boy. But at only nineteen, is she ready to be a mother, especially to a child who isn't her own? As Jane looks after little Jonny whilst Eddie is away for work, she begins to fall for his cheeky smile and sweet nature, but when she sees old photographs of Jonny and his mother, she realises something is terribly wrong. Jane is sure that Jonny's mother was hiding a terrible secret. Jane now faces a devastating choice: should she hide the truth forever or reveal what she knows and risk losing her beloved son... Fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell will absolutely love this heart-wrenching and gripping historical novel about courage, hope and the strength of friendship. This book was previously published as Three Steps to Heaven. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I loved this book!... You can't help but get caught up in the story and not let up until the very last page... I've laughed and I've cried. I do warn you to have a supply of tissues ready, as I certainly needed them!... Kept me reading until the early hours. I just didn't want it to end.' Stardust Book Reviews

A totally heart-wrenching but ultimately uplifting historical novel from bestselling author Pam Howes, about young women facing dark times together with friendship and courage. Fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell will be captivated. Mersey Square, Stockport, 1959. Jane Wilson's parents met during the war in the north of England, but Jane is more interested in listening to the new rock music than hearing stories about the Blitz. When she meets handsome drummer Eddie Mellor, with his sparkling blue eyes and cool black leather jacket, she knows her life is about to start. But Jane's parents think Eddie's rebellious ways will lead their beloved daughter into trouble. They forbid her from seeing Eddie, telling Jane to get a proper job as a nurse. But Jane cannot stand the idea of life without the boy she loves and secretly continues to see Eddie. The day she finds out that Eddie has betrayed her, she is utterly distraught. Were her parents right all along? Jane is desperate to rebuild her life. Her friends rally round to support her and she gets a job at the local music shop she loves, when to her shock, Eddie invites her to his family home and begs her to reconsider. Just as Jane is feeling tempted, someone pounds on the door of the house bringing shocking news that will change both of their lives forever... Can Jane find happiness with Eddie? And if she does, will her family ever forgive her? This book was previously published as That'll Be The Day. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet

I reach out, arms aching to hold my newborn baby, and catch just a glimpse of soft, dark-brown hair before someone pushes me back onto the bed. 'It's alive,' says the woman who delivered my child before she places something over my face. My last thought is of my baby's first cry before my world goes dark. 1964. When seventeen-year-old Laura Sims realises she's pregnant, her boyfriend Pete says they will look after and love their baby together; but Laura's mother turns on them in fury. Wrenched from her home and the boy she loves, Laura is thrown into a home for unmarried mothers. With no access to the outside world and treated harshly, Laura fights to keep her child safe and to find a way to escape the nightmare... 2015. Despite the anguish of losing their firstborn, Laura and Pete have been happily married for fifty years. But they've never given up on their lost child. And when Laura uncovers a tattered old diary from someone who worked at the home where she last saw her child, her heart breaks in two: those who ran the home sold their baby to a desperate, childless family. Such cruel actions give Laura and Pete a tiny sliver of hope. Is there a chance to find their child, safe and happy, or will their search bring them only heartbreak and devastation? A totally heart-wrenching and utterly gripping novel about how far a mother will go to find her child. Before We Were Yours, Sold on a Monday and The Orphan Train fans will be swept away by this gorgeous novel that reminds us to never give up on those we love. What readers are saying about Pam Howes: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Heart-wrenching... You will need tissues... I just loved it all... Brought tears to my eyes as I read... Just perfect... 10/10.' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'My heart felt like it was literally going to burst... Gripping... A powerful and moving story that I didn't want to end... A must-read.' By the Letter Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this book so much... So many tears were shed whilst reading this I got a blocked nose!... Oh my days I'm so into this... Fantastic.' Read Along With Sue Ward ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'WOW what a fabulous book!!... Loads of laughter and tears - it is absolutely a book you will not be able to put down until you finish it, for that reason I had sleepless nights!! I can't recommend it highly enough.' Goodreads Reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh what a corker... Fantastic... Tissues ready though, okay?... Literally moved me to tears, filled my arms with goosebumps... Truly spell-binding, humble, and utterly poignant... Historical fiction at its finest.' The Writing Garnet

All's fair in love and war... but what happens when the war is over?After the heartbreak of World War Two, newlywed midwife Cathy hoped Liverpool life would offer some joy. But a terrible miscarriage and the escape of her abusive stepfather Jack from prison make happiness hard to find.Meanwhile, Cathy's beloved granny is ailing. Whilst at the hospital, Cathy sees her midwifery friends, who are planning to open a home for unmarried mothers. After losing a baby of her own Cathy would love to help, but for now, she must take care of her grandmother.As her granny's health worsens, she writes Cathy a letter. The day her grandmother dies, Cathy goes home and opens the envelope: Thank you for giving me a reason to live. Everything I have in the world is yours now, my darling. Cathy is devastated but determined to honour her granny's memory, hoping the maternity home can be her legacy.Just as Cathy and her friends are about to open their doors to the first expectant mothers, Jack is spotted in Liverpool. It's only a matter of time until her cruel stepfather catches up with her, determined to pay her back for getting him locked up in prison. Can Cathy keep herself and her grandmother's legacy safe, and see Jack sent away for good at last?The Midwives of Lark Lane is a heart-wrenching saga about how the best friendships can help you through the worst of times. If you're a fan of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Donna Douglas, you'll love Pam Howes!FIVE STAR reviews of The Midwives of Lark Lane!'Absolutely, incredibly brilliant!! I adore each and every one of Pam Howes's books and this one is no different!!... Lots of tense moments. I would highly recommend it and recommend everyone read all of Pam Howes's books' Goodreads Reviewer ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'An emotional roller coaster of a read that captivated me, and had me on the edge of my seat... The story had me so engrossed that I couldn't get on with my everyday life until I had finished it. If you enjoy a heart-warming saga that makes for a compulsive read, then look no further than this author's books. They are truly wonderful.' By the Letter Book Reviews ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Poignant and engrossing, an emotional roller coaster that I couldn't put down. I loved the background, the fleshed-out cast of characters and the well-crafted plot... Highly recommended.' Goodreads Reviewer ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

From Amazon charts bestseller Pam Howes comes a heart-breaking and uplifting historical novel about a community pulling together in the shadows of war, and one young woman's fight to make her mark on the world.1952, Liverpool. The Second World War has cast a long shadow over Victory Street, and who knows if the remaining families will ever fully recover?In the face of hardship, Bella Harrison is determined to see the bright side. She is back recording songs with her singing trio, The Bryant Sisters, and against all odds, Bella and her husband Bobby are finding ways to muddle through life as newlyweds whilst raising little Levi, Bella's child with Black American pilot Earl Franklin Junior.Meanwhile Earl's daughter Dianna is adjusting to her new life in Liverpool. Determined to forge her own path, she has her heart set on becoming a nurse. However Dianna soon discovers that the reality of nursing is long hours of gruelling work, performed under constant scrutiny from the dreaded matron - who seems to take pleasure in making Dianna's life miserable. When a handsome art student catches her eye, Dianna finds herself at the crossroads between ambition and love.But just as the young women settle into their new lives, the close-knit community of Victory Street is rocked once more. Can the daughters of Victory Street face their challenges together, and seize a chance at happiness now that it is finally within reach?A totally unforgettable, heart-warming historical novel, packed with family secrets, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell.Readers love The Daughters of Victory Street:'A true writer that I love, this is such a heart-warming story... I savoured every moment... I could not put this book down... filled with joy, laugher, and heartache.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

From Amazon charts bestseller Pam Howes comes a heartbreaking and uplifting historical novel about a young woman trying to snatch her chance at happiness amongst the ruins of World War Two.1946, Liverpool. Bella Harrison cannot believe the devastating war that stole the lives of her father and sister is truly over at last. She wonders how they will ever rebuild Victory Street with the city in ruins, and half their neighbours gone. But for now, she and her childhood sweetheart Bobby are happy newlyweds, doting on Bella's little son, her child with black American pilot, Earl Franklin Junior.With the other members of Bella's wartime singing trio, The Bryant Sisters, busy starting families of their own, Bella focuses on recording and writing songs with her husband. Everything seems to be falling into place until they get a surprising letter: Earl is moving to England and wants to see them.Earl arrives and is delighted to see that his son is well and happy. He joins them as a singer and together, they start recording songs. But one night as Earl leaves the recording studio, a racist gang brutally attacks him and sets the place alight, leaving Bobby trapped inside. Meanwhile, Bella is at home, waiting to tell Bobby a devastating secret...With peace in Liverpool at last, Bella had hoped for a brighter future. But as she faces her life being ripped apart once again, can she rediscover the strength that carried her through the war?A totally unputdownable, heart-wrenching historical novel, packed with family secrets, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell.What readers are saying about Pam Howes:'Gripped me from the first page... Tearful at times, but equally filled with joy at others... I really enjoyed this book and once started I found it difficult to put it down!... Would definitely recommend!!' Goodreads reviewer'I absolutely adored this book! I could not put it down, probably the fastest I have read a book... If you enjoy historical fiction, you will love this. The perfect book to curl up on the sofa with.' Raesbookshelf'Utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story... I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting... I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'I was hooked... I wiped tears away tears... If you love a really good wartime saga, then this is definitely the book for you!' Stardust Book Reviews ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿'I absolutely loved this book... A heartbreaking story but one that gets you so engaged in it you cannot put it down... Will keep you reading and enjoying right to the very last page... and will desperately want more.' Vicki, I Love Reading UK ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

The Factory Girls of Lark Lane is a heart-wrenching family saga about women in World War II, the strength of friendship and the power of hope

From Amazon bestseller Pam Howes comes a heartbreaking World War Two novel about a young woman trying to make the best of history's darkest hour. Is a happy ever after impossible?Liverpool, 1943. For Bella Rogers, life is looking up. She loves performing with The Bryant Sisters, the singing trio who have become the country's sweethearts, putting a smile on the faces of the brave boys fighting the Nazis. But then tragedy strikes when a telegram arrives: Bella's beloved father has been killed in France.Unlike her poor Mam, Bella has someone to share her grief with. Her childhood love Bobby is home from the war. He lost a leg but she counts her blessings every day that he's alive when so many young men haven't made it back. Bella longs to give her heart to Bobby but she is hiding a secret that may change their lives forever. Will he still love her if she reveals the truth?But when bombs screech down on Victory Street in the middle of the night, blowing houses apart, Bella may lose both the home she loves and the family who mean everything to her. With so much loss around her, will Bella be brave enough to snatch her chance of happiness? And when the war is finally over, will wedding bells ring out on Victory Street again?An utterly unputdownable, heart-wrenching historical novel that will have you completely hooked from page one. You'll lose yourself in this gorgeous wartime story of love, loss and family secrets. Perfect for fans of Wives of War, Nadine Dorries and Nancy Revell.Readers absolutely adore Pam Howes!'Pulled me in and made it utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story... I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting. It really did pull me in. I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

From Amazon bestseller Pam Howes comes an emotional World War Two saga about three young women whose bravery and friendship will see them through the darkest times.Liverpool, 1939. Bella Rogers thought her life was just starting; she can't wait to get married to her childhood sweetheart, Bobby. But when war is declared and Bobby is called up, his letters stop, leaving Bella heartbroken and alone. Then her family is torn apart by tragedy when her angelic five-year-old sister dies from a terrible illness. They can barely afford a funeral, but the church is packed with the entire community, devastated for their loss.Grieving for her sister and lost love, Bella finds a job at the Bryant and May factory, making matches. As bombs begin to fall, Bella gets the workers singing, keeping spirits high amidst the fear. When she meets a handsome American airman, Earl Franklin Jr, Bella's heart finally starts to mend. Earl encourages her passion and soon she and her friends are offered the opportunity of a lifetime: to travel the country's army bases, entertaining the troops and singing for victory. They name themselves The Bryant Sisters.Just as her life is getting back on track, Bella finds herself pregnant - and Earl reveals a shattering secret that changes everything about their future. Devastated, she flees home to Liverpool, but as an unmarried mother, will her family reject her? And, as she faces a terrible sacrifice, will she ever sing with The Bryant Sisters again?A heartbreaking historical novel about women in wartime, friendship, family and hope. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Wives of War. Readers absolutely adore The Girls of Victory Street!'Pulled me in and made it utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story… I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting. It really did pull me in. I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'I absolutely loved this book, loved the flow of the story, loved the characters and loved getting lost into another world while reading it… A heartbreaking story but one that gets you so engaged in it you cannot put it down… Will keep you reading and enjoying right to the very last page, where you will be disappointed that it hasn't carried on, and on… and will desperately want more.' Vicki I Love Reading UK ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'The story pulled at my heartstrings… Within a few chapters I was hooked and could feel myself experiencing the air raids, the damp dark basements and the sadness of loss and grief alongside all the characters… I wiped tears away at times throughout the book and have laughed and smiled along with them at others. I can't wait for the next book in the series… If you love a really good wartime saga, then this is definitely the book for you! I loved it, and would highly recommend it!' Stardust Book Reviews ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿

Can she follow her dreams - against all the odds?Liverpool, 1955. With her abusive husband drinking all her wages, Alice faces a daily struggle to provide for her family. Her eldest daughter Cathy has always longed to be a nurse, but when the family's poverty means she's forced to leave school and get a job - without the qualifications she needs - it looks like her dreams are over.But Cathy isn't willing to give up without a fight, and with the support of old friend - and new love - Gianni, she manages to secure a place as a cadet nurse, learning as she works.Cathy knows that without her around, her mam must stand up to her violent husband alone - and that with less money coming in, Alice will be in danger of losing everything. What's more, since nursing students must be unmarried, and Gianni is desperate to settle down, it's not just her mam who hopes that Cathy will come home…Can Cathy find a way to have it all, or will becoming a nurse mean leaving her family - and love - behind her?The Nurses of Lark Lane is a heart-breaking saga about a family's battle to survive. If you love Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Donna Douglas, you won't want to miss Pam Howes!An earlier version of this book was previously published as Cathy's Clown. This edition contains significant editorial revisions. Readers love The Nurses of Lark Lane!'I cannot recommend this book or this series highly enough. I have loved each and every one… May I just say that a pack of tissues would be advisable… A first class read, taken back in time with fantastic characters. Written beautifully.' I Love Reading, 5 stars'Had me hooked from the first page… Pam Howes has put her life and soul into this and I recommend that everyone reads this, you won't want it to end.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'An engaging, page-turner… loved Cathy's journey and didn't want it to end… So compelling, it leaves me desperate for more. Highly recommended.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars'Absolutely lovely read. The type of saga that draws me right in to the characters and their lives in their hometown. Will be grabbing all the books by this author.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'I loved it and didn't want it to end. Five stars, well done to Pam Howes.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

The war is over, but there's heartbreak ahead…Liverpool, 1945. As the war draws to a close, Alice and Terry Lomax are building a new life with their young daughter Cathy. After years away fighting, Terry is a stranger to his daughter and must work hard to win her trust and love.Alice and old friend Sadie work in the haberdashery of Lewis's department store, where bomb damage scars the walls and rationing is still in force. Yet Lewis's remains open, a sign of strength in the midst of Liverpool's post-war ruins.Though memories of those lost in the war are fresh, Alice and Sadie look forward to the future. But then a tragic accident leaves Alice a widow, and the father of Sadie's child - a man she hoped never to see again - is back in Liverpool…With Alice struggling to start again alone, and Sadie desperate to protect her son, can these two shop girls overcome their troubles and keep their hopes alive - even with all the odds against them?The Shop Girls of Lark Lane is a heart-wrenching family saga about the strength of friendship and the costs of war. If you love Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Kitty Neale, you won't want to miss Pam Howes! What readers are saying about The Shop Girls of Lark Lane:'What I love about this story is the bond of friendship and family… Another enthralling read… As usual with this author's books, from picking it up, I never want to put it down until I've reached the last page… Even then, the characters stay with me… An unforgettable and engrossing read.' By the Letter Book Reviewer, 5 stars'Absolutely brilliant, five-star read… Wonderful… Perfect for reading curled with by the fire… You will be hooked and won't want to put this book down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Truly wonderful… Heart-warming… I loved following their story. I read this book in almost one sitting.' Goodreads reviewer'A lovely read!… Will definitely stay with me for a while… A heart-warming and heart-wrenchingread!' Goodreads reviewer'I have smiled, laughed, and cried… The best one yet… Read this book. It's worth more than 5*.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A terrific read.' Goodreads reviewer'Drew me right in… Love the people, the families, the drama, the friendships, romance… Highly recommend a large box of tissues for this… Emotional read.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'A wonderful read!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The war is over - but are their troubles just beginning?

Will tragedy tear them apart - once and for all?

Can she save herself, her marriage - and her daughter?