I raced through Mrs Porter Calling, it is just brilliant, so utterly charming and uplifting . . . all I want is for Emmy and Bunty to be my friends! -- Jill Mansell
[A] charming, comforting book, which never shies away from the horrors and the losses of the war. -- Sarra Manning * Red *
I loved AJ Pearce's previous novels in the series, Dear Mrs Bird and Yours Cheerfully but I have to say Mrs Porter Calling is absolutely glorious. So spectacularly joyful, uplifting and just the treat I needed. I found I couldn't wait to get back to it once I'd started - I absolutely loved it.' -- Tracy Rees, author of The Elopement
This is such a wonderful, touching, funny, gorgeous book. I couldn't put it down. I honestly think the books are getting better each time, which is so amazing. -- Anne Booth, author of Small Miracles
Wonderful . . . I loved Mrs Porter Calling. I cheered for Emmy, I laughed and cried with her - I was with her every step of the way. In a series bursting with warmth and compassion, I think this book might be the best yet. -- Shelley Harris
I loved Mrs Porter Calling, it's her best yet! In this gorgeous novel AJ Pearce takes us on an incredible journey full of gumption. I cried, I laughed and I finished it feeling full of hope. A beautiful story of love and friendship. Absolutely stirring stuff! -- Jo Thomas, author of Retreat to the Spanish Sun
AJ's writing just goes from strength to strength and I can't wait for her next one - such a poignantly happy ending to a perfect book! -- Catherine Jones, author of Fates and Fortunes in Little Woodford
AJ Pearce has not lost her touch. Mrs Porter Calling is a winning combination of warmth, humour and a compelling story of the power of friendship. This book really is a joy. -- Katie Fforde
A book to sink into. With Emmy and Bunty by your side you know you are in safe hands. Smashing! -- Sally Page
If ever there was a book to cheer a heart, it's Mrs Porter Calling. Touching, beyond charming, meticulously researched and full of the best one-liners, it is playful, perky, poignant and perfect. I love, love, LOVED it. -- Milly Johnson
Heartbreaking yet feel-good, we loved it. * Woman & Home *
The third book in the Emmy Lake Chronicles series, which started with Dear Mrs Bird, is a ray of sunshine. * Good Housekeeping *
Being on Team Emmy makes you feel like you are part of her tight circle of friends. * The Lady *
Humorous and sharp, poignant and profound, it is a book that will stay in my heart and on my shelf, and I suspect will become a very battered comfort-read, to be returned to whenever my spirit needs a lift or I need a good old sob. -- Iona Grey, author of The Glittering Hour
With quirky, lovable characters, this story is moving, humorous and utterly uplifting! * Candis *
Both hilarious and heart-wrenchingly sad, this charming book is an utter delight. * Heat *
I've loved all of the books in the fabulous series and this one is a true delight - full of joy and memorable characters. A superb read, I love the camaraderie between Emmy and her friends. I can't wait to read more about Emmy Lake - hopefully she'll be reunited with the lovely Charles soon! -- Top Review in My Weekly
Fizzing with charm, warmth and plenty of humour this is a delight to read - and the sad moments are all the more impactful and poignant when set against the backdrop of such simply joy. * My Weekly Special *
Clear a space on the shelf reserved for your favorite comfort books. Mrs. Porter Calling is the rare novel that manages to be deep as it is delightful. Funny, endearing, heartbreaking, and uplifting - it's a thoroughly entrancing story about friendship, work, and finding the best in life, even during the worst of times. -- Nina de Gramont, author of The Christie Affair
