"Bloomsbury presents…
A Wedding at Mulberry Lane
by Rosie Clarke
read by Polly Edsell
Love, marriage, birth, death and betrayal in the East-End of London make up life in Mulberry Lane, perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Cathy Sharp and Donna Douglas.
Maureen Jackson knew life as a trainee nurse wouldn't be easy, but she didn't expect her hospital to be badly bombed on her first shift. Plus Maureen still has her family and friends in Mulberry Lane to keep her busy – she's needed as much there as she is by her patients.
Running the pub on the corner of Mulberry Lane, Peggy Ashley is used to taking in all sorts of waifs and strays. But the arrival of a dashing American Captain has got tongues wagging about Mulberry Lane's favourite landlady...
Janet Ashley husband is back from the frontline. Which is more than so many of the wives of Mulberry Lane. But her beloved Mike is a completely different man to the one she fell in love with – and what's more he doesn't remember her, or their young daughter. How do you cope when your darling husband is a virtual stranger?
As WW2 continues around them, the women of Mulberry Lane know that community spirit and friendship is the key to surviving the Blitz.
A WEDDING AT MULBERRY LANE is the second book in the riveting and heart-breaking Mulberry Lane series from Rosie Clarke. Order the next book, MOTHERS OF MULBERRY LANE, out July 2018. P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC C 2017 Rosie Clarke"
"Bloomsbury presents Mulberry Lane Babies by Rosie Clarke, read by Polly Edsell.
1941, Mulberry Lane, London. War rages but new arrivals bring new hope. Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Cathy Sharp.
Life is hard for all on Mulberry Lane as the war rages into yet another year. Desperate times push people into dangerous situations.
Menacing shadows lurk on dark street corners, threatening the safety of those who are alone and vulnerable.
When Peggy's twins are born early, Maureen and Nellie are there to lend a helping hand. The mothers of Mulberry Lane stick together despite the grim conditions of war-torn London and a shadowy fear that stalks their lives. Neighbours and friends look out for each other and new life brings hope and joy to the Lane.
What readers are saying about the series:
'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Bookish Jottings.
'Full of drama, romance and secrets... A perfect example of its genre' That Thing She Reads.
'This is wonderful historical fiction that is so character-driven you'll wish these women lived on your street' Kathleen Gray, NetGalley.
'Absolutely loved this latest instalment and revisiting the ladies of the Lane. Another great story of love and heartache' Wendy Haines, NetGalley. P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC C 2018 Rosie Clarke"
"Bloomsbury presents Lizzie’s Secret by Rosie Clarke, read by Juliette Burton
LONDON 1938. A gritty, heart-warming and wholesome drama about two girls united in friendship and tested in love. Perfect for the fans of Katie Flynn and Nadine Dorries.
Lizzie Larch is a twenty-year-old hatmaker in London's East End. She is happy and popular, but she carries a secret. Seven years ago she was viciously attacked and recovered in a private sanatorium where she miscarried a child.
Lizzie has no memory of the night of the attack, but secrets cannot stay secret for long. When she starts courting her boss's nephew, shocking revelations surface, and threaten to destroy their new found happiness.
Set in the East End of London at the dawn of World War II, Lizzie's Secret is about how ordinary people learn to survive – and triumph – through hardship and tragedy.
Can't wait for the sequel? LIZZIE'S WAR is out now! Search: 9781784977160.
What readers are saying about LIZZIE'S SECRET:
'Fantastic read, couldn't put it down from beginning to end'
'Beautifully written and a thoroughly enjoyable read'
'A brilliant story'
'Had me in tears'
'A really lovely book that you won't put down once you've started'
'A very moving story'
'Well written and a gripping novel that you won't be able to put down' C 2016 Rosie Clarke P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
"Bloomsbury presents…
Lizzie’s War
by Rosie Clarke
read by Juliette Burton
FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF LIZZIE'S SECRET.
LONDON 1940. A gritty, heart-warming and wholesome drama about surviving against the odds. Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Nadine Dorries.
Against the devastating Blitz of London, normal life must continue for Lizzie Larch. With Sebastian returning to war, Lizzie must make a success of her business in order to survive and care for herself and her young child.
Silently from the shadows, her secret enemy watches and waits, threatening to ruin Lizzie and everything she holds close.
Battling against shortages, her hats become more popular, but what of the man she loves? Will he ever return?
What Lizzie knows now is that success can mean nothing without love.
What readers are saying about LIZZIE'S WAR:
'The BEST BOOK I have read in a long time'
'What a FABULOUS story'
'The emotions of LOVE, LOSS AND FEAR were all superbly portrayed and the characters so real.'
'Another GREAT READ from Rosie Clarke.
'Amazing book COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN'
'I absolutely LOVED this book'
Loved this book? Rosie Clarke's next novel, JESSIE'S PROMISE, is avaliable now. Search: 9781784977177. C 2016 Rosie Clarke P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
"Bloomsbury presents Lizzie’s Daughters by Rosie Clarke, read by Juliette Burton
FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF LIZZIE'S SECRET and LIZZIE'S WAR.
LONDON 1958. Lizzie Larch battles to keep her daughters safe and out of harm's reach. Perfect for the fans of Nadine Dorries and Lyn Andrews.
Lizzie adores her beautiful and clever daughters and will do anything for them. Both possess a wonderful creative flair, but have fiercely different characters. Betty, the eldest, is head strong like Lizzie's first husband whilst Francie is talented and easily influenced.
When Betty runs away after an argument with Sebastian, heartbreak and worry descend on the family.
At great risk to her health, Lizzie finds herself pregnant but is determined to give Sebastian the son they craved.
Sebastian meanwhile is plunged into a dangerous overseas mission using his old contacts to track Betty to Paris and to the lair of the rogue that seduced her.
Consumed with guilt, can Sebastian right the wrongs of the past and finally unite his family and friends? C 2016 Rosie Clarke P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
"The thrilling finale in the Crawley Family Saga series, a family brimming with secrets from MILLION COPY bestselling author Rosie Clarke.
She escapes her old life, but can she leave her secrets behind?
London, 1948
After losing everyone in her family to a fatal illness, seventeen-year-old Betty Cantrel leaves her shattered rural life behind and flees to London to chase her childhood dream of becoming a singer.
But the city proves to be tougher than she'd thought. Sacked from her job and thrown out of her rooms, she has no choice but to find Nathan Crawley, the man she's tried to forget but who she knows, for a price will help.
As Betty is pulled back into Nathan's world, doors open to new opportunities and her star begins to rise as she performs in a nightclub. Success brings its own problems: old loves return, rivals reappear, and secrets refuse to stay buried.
As Betty becomes trapped between the seemingly perfect James Blair and the fiercely devoted Nathan, the past tightens its grip - led by the one person capable of destroying them all: Frances Crawley.
When jealousy turns deadly, Betty is forced to face the ultimate betrayal. And in a world built on lies, the truth may be what costs her everything.
Previously published as Lovers and Sinners by Linda Sole
Praise for Rosie Clarke:
'Rosie Clarke books first class author love every one of her books' - Reader Review
'Murder, fraud, sculdugery in the work place, and romance. Who could ask for more' - Reader Review
'Great characters and it was a page turner, I will recommend this book to others' - Reader Review"
"Don't miss the BRAND NEW gritty 1880's Yorkshire Dales saga series from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Rosie Clarke A must-read for fans of Catherine Cookson, Poldark and Call the Midwife - you'll be gripped!
A deathbed secret, a son's promise of revenge and a fight for survival
Penrith, Yorkshire Dales 1888
With his family fortune dwindling and the ancestral Penrith Manor estate falling into disrepair, Sir Phillip Penrith signs over the deeds to Penrith Scar lead mine to his respected manager and illegitimate half-brother Tor Hardy.
Emma Watts works at Penrith Manor and is her family's breadwinner following her father's crippling mine accident. When Tor saves her virtues from local rogue Ike Hanson their unexpected romance begins.
Just when happiness is within their grasp, these star-crossed lovers are beset with a series of unfortunate events and Tor is forced to flee for fear of his life and Emma is left carrying a scandalous secret.
With a rocky road ahead can Tor and Emma ever be reunited and find the happiness they deserve and will Tor make good of his promise to his mother and right the wrongs of the past?
Can't wait for the next instalment of the Yorkshire Dales series then try Mulberry Lane, Dressmakers Alley and Harpers Emporium and many, many more from Rosie Clarke and you won't be disappointed..."
"Find out what the Harpers Girls have been up to in the next instalment in the bestselling Harpers Emporium series from Rosie Clarke.
Can the Harpers Girls look forward to some happy times as a new dawn rises over London?
Oxford Street, London 1918
Sally Harper is busy juggling running London's Oxford Street Store Harpers and looking after her beautiful new-born daughter, whilst husband Ben is overseas on another dangerous mission, this time to rescue a friend in need.
Young Becky Stockbridge finds herself in a difficult situation which could bring shame to her and her family. Will Becky, with the help of her friends find her happy ever after and keep her secret?
Marion Jackson is blessed with a son as she eagerly awaits the return of her husband Reggie. But all is not right when Reggie returns. Is Marion strong enough to save her family from yet another crisis?
As the war clouds retreat and the victory bells ring, tears and joy mingle with those of sadness as the world counts the true toll of war and celebrates peace.
A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls.
Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court.
Have you tried Rosie Clarke's Mulberry Lane, Dressmakers Alley or Blackberry Farm series - you'll just love them!
What readers are saying about Harpers Emporium:
' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' -* Kitty Neale*
'Love it. Read the whole series. Love them. I just love Rosie Clarke. Now got to find something else. I just find her reading so easy.' - Reader Review
'Good read. Very good storyline Harper's Girls can begin to get on with there lives now the war has ended. Would recommend to read.' - Reader Review
'A lovely read. English saga writing at its best: wonderful characters, emotional, warm, lovely, highly recommend' - Reader Review
'Heart Warming, Compelling and Authentic, that features strong friendships, trials and tribulations of each woman, strong, relatable female characters, and a wonderfully enchanting location '- Reader Review
'This book is brilliantly written and the descriptions are so well done that you feel like you are there in the book as a character. ' - Reader Review
'I got sucked in immediately and could not put it down!' - Reader Review
'I can 100% guarantee that I will be reading more of Rosie's work in the future'- Reader Review"
"Discover the bestselling Mulberry Lane historical series by Rosie Clarke - you don't know what you've been missing
Join Peggy and Maureen as their siblings embark on life's new adventures and try to forge a partnerships for success
London 1958
Life has moved on since the war and the youngsters of Mulberry Lane are growing up fast.
Peggy's Ronaski's family is struggling with growing pains but she is always there, strong, reliable and ready to help whenever a crisis hits.
Meanwhile, Maureen Hart has family problems of her own to contend with.
Together they will work hard to conquer all of what life has to throw at them...
What does the future hold for the families and friends of Mulberry Lane?
A heart-warming saga following the lives and loves of those who live on Mulberry Lane in London's East End
Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBride
Have you tried Rosie Clarke's Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Blackberry Farm series - you'll just love them!
What readers are saying about Mulberry Lane:
'This is wonderful historical fiction that is so character-driven you'll wish these women lived on your street' - *Reader Review *
'Absolutely loved this latest instalment and revisiting the ladies of the Lane. Another great story of love and heartache' - Reader Review
'Another fantastic book. The series now in 1950s with many changes and new beginning s and returns its a really good series . Highly recommended. - Reader Review
'The story continues... These stories are wonderful, and it's the community spirit that comes across all helping each other. Highly recommended.' - Reader Review
'A feel good read. This series of Mulberry Lane Stories are one of the best I have read for a long time, you really feel you are sitting in Peggy's kitchen watching the going ones of her and her beautiful family, I will be so sorry when they come to the end' - Reader Review
'Another beautiful story in this series. The series of Mulberry Lane Books are real page turners I for one will be so sorry when they come to an end.You really get into the feeling of what London was like during and after the end of WW2 as well as getting to know the people who came through it' - Reader Review
'Amazing story. I really enjoyed this series of mulberry lane, not just about London, also the other places where Peggy and Janet lived. It all worked out well in the end.' - Reader Review
'Keep on reading. This is a wonderful series following the lives of every day people in London. So worth reading as each character grows and their lives unfold. A story of true friendship and community.' - Reader Review
'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' - Bookish Jottings."
"Discover Rosie Clarke's next gritty instalment of her bestselling Blackberry Farm family saga series... Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBride
Nothing is ever easy on Blackberry Farm!
Cambridgeshire – 1944
Pam Talbot dedicates her life to keeping those who live and work at Blackberry Farm fed, safe and sound as Artie holds the fort whilst brothers Tom and John are away on national service.
Still reeling from the death of her beloved husband Arthur, Pam makes a rash decision in Arties’s favour which backfires causing him to neglect his duty on the Farm. Now Artie is struggling to run two farms and to add to his woes a new land girl sets her sights on him and won’t take no for an answer.
John is transferred to convalesce in Sussex but is struggling to come to terms with his life changing injuries and new life. Can Sister Jane help him find peace and see a brighter future?
Tom, still on active duty, is ordered undercover in his army unit to discover a traitor. Tom’s life hangs in the balance if his secret mission is exposed. Can Tom find the traitor and be granted the honourable discharge he so craves?
The Talbot’s are never far from trouble and tragedy – maybe their luck is about to change – or maybe not..."
"Don't miss the brand-new instalment in the Dressmakers' Alley series from bestseller Rosie Clarke, for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court! ✨Catch up with the goings on on Dressmakers' Alley, where love seems to be in the air"
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