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Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts Mary Gibson

Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts By Mary Gibson

Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts by Mary Gibson


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Summary

Factory girls fight for their loves, lives and rights in World War I Bermondsey.

Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts Summary

Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts: Factory girls fight for their loves, lives and rights in World War I Bermondsey by Mary Gibson

The captivating bestseller about a factory girl in Bermondsey during World War 1.

Britain, 1911.

Strikes and riots erupt countrywide as the shadow of the Great War looms over Europe. But in one small corner of London, factory girl Nellie Clark's wages are all that keep her younger brothers and sister from starvation.

And, as the young women of Pearce Duff's custard factory watch their menfolk prepare to march off to war, Nellie is forced to make a difficult choice: between the family who depend upon her, and the man she loves...

Following Nellie and her struggle through the hardship of life in First World War London, Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts is an outstandingly moving novel full of tenderness and drama.

PRAISE FOR CUSTARD TARTS AND BROKEN HEARTS:

'The twists and turns of the friendship, love and family keep you gripped throughout. The characters are engaging and soon feel like old friends' Joanna, Amazon reviewer.

'Well written and beautifully told story of the hardships and heartache of early 1900's Britain. Couldn't put it down and had tears rolling down my face as I became entwined with the wonderful "cuckoo" family wanting them to survive' Dell, Amazon reviewer.

'This is a wonderful read. It has everything a good story should have, it made me laugh, smile and weep in parts. So well written that the characters come to life' Mafanwy, Amazon reviewer.

'Brilliant book - well written, well researched, compelling read' Squirrel 59, Amazon reviewer.

'An amazing and at times heart-rending story about the struggles of young women before and during the war. I was gripped from the start!' Mrs S, Amazon reviewer.

Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts Reviews

'Mary Gibson is going to go a long way ... a really good read' Dee Williams.
'A cracking tale full of warmth and history' Bella magazine.
'A fabulous, fascinating read' Vanessa Feltz.
'There were parts that tugged unrelentingly at my heartstrings and parts that left me wanting to jump for joy ... A real triumph' Novelicious.
'I simply couldn't put it down' Bookbag.
'A lovely read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction, family saga or romance ... if she continues to write to this standard she could well become a household name' Left on the Shelf.

About Mary Gibson

Mary Gibson was born and brought up in Bermondsey, south east London, where both her grandmother and mother were factory girls. She is the author of the bestselling Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts, which was selected for World Book Night 2015, and five other novels, Jam and Roses, Gunner Girls and Fighter Boys, Bourbon Creams and Tattered Dreams, Hattie's Home and A Sister's Struggle. marygibsonauthor.co.uk @MaryGibsonBooks

Additional information

GOR005739947
9781781855768
1781855765
Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts: Factory girls fight for their loves, lives and rights in World War I Bermondsey by Mary Gibson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Head of Zeus
2014-05-08
416
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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