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The Woolworths Girls

Woolworths, Book 1

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The Woolworths Girls

By: Elaine Everest
Narrated by: Annie Aldington
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About this listen

Against the backdrop of impending war, experience the trials, triumphs and camaraderie behind the Woolworths counter, in Elaine Everest’s historical romance The Woolworths Girls.

It's 1938 and as the threat of war hangs over the country, Sarah Caselton is preparing for her new job at Woolworths. Before long, she forms a tight bond with two of her colleagues: the glamorous Maisie and shy Freda. The trio couldn't be more different, but they immediately form a close-knit friendship, sharing their hopes and dreams for the future.

Sarah soon falls into the rhythm of her new position, enjoying the social events hosted by Woolies and her blossoming romance with young assistant manager, Alan. But with the threat of war clouding the horizon, the young men and women of Woolworths realize that there are bigger battles ahead. It's a dangerous time for the nation, and an even more perilous time to fall in love . . .

The first in Elaine Everest's Woolworths series, The Woolworths Girls is followed by the festive sequel, Christmas at Woolworths.

©2016 Elaine Everest (P)2022 Macmillan Publishers International Limited 20th Century Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance War

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A warm, tender tale of friendship and love ... sweet as a Woolies Pick 'n' Mix. (Milly Johnson)
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Just a lovely listen while I’m
woking. Looking for similar ones already, I would highly recommend

Loved it!

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I enjoyed this listen, but felt the storyline went on a bit too long. That’s said, there was always something happening throughout. Excellent narration

Enjoyable

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I wasn't sure at first but the more I listened the more it helped me understand the war years and amazing friendships. Really enjoyable with a not unexpected happy ending.

Interesting and Touching story

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Great story to listen to while walking every day to work
Can’t wait to listen to the next one

Great read

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A simple tale of life, friendship, love & loss in England during WW11.... very moving in places.
I enjoyed the little twists & turns, gentle & uncomplicated.
I wasn't very keen on the narrators voice, but it didn't spoil the story

Very moving, real life WW11

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I fell in love with the characters from the first chapter it made me laugh and cry. This is an excellent book and so happy that the saga continues.

Wonderful wartime saga

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loved all of it that much I had to get all of the books in the series

how everyone helped each other in hard times

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Loved how the story unfolded & how we grew to know & love the families. Thoroughly recommend this story *****

amazing story loved all of it~heartwarming.

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Great book very true to life as a former Woolworths employee it was like going back in time

The woolworth girls

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This was an awesome book I absolutely loved it i look forward to listening to book two

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