The girls of Mulberry Lane - Rosie Clarke

1938, Mulberry Lane, London. War is looming, but on Mulberry Lane there are different battles being fought... Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries and Cathy Sharp.

Maureen Jackson is a prisoner of her father's blackmail. Three years earlier, she'd been hoping to marry Rory, the man of her dreams. However, after her mother's death, she was left to care for her overbearing father. Now Rory is back in London with a pregnant wife in tow to remind Maureen of the life that should have been hers.

As war threatens, Janet ashley hopes to marry her sweetheart Mike, but her father refuses to grant them his blessing. Defying his wishes, Janet finds herself pregnant and her mother Peggy is determined to hold her family together at all costs.

Will the girls of Mulberry Lane manage to snatch happiness before the darkness of World War II descends?

Order the next book in the series out JANUARY 2018 - A Wedding at Mulberry Lane.

Rosie is happily married and lives in a quiet village in East Anglia. Writing books is a passion for Rosie, she also likes to read, watch good films and enjoys holidays in the sunshine. She loves shoes and adores animals, especially squirrels and dogs.

'Fantastic new series from an outstanding author. Can't wait for the series to unfold. Peggy is a formidable character and can't wait for her next adventure' Gill Kenny, NetGalley.

'Excellent book. Great storyline and wonderful main characters' Stephanie Collins, NetGalley.

'A great reading atmosphere and gave me a glimpse of London during war time' Bharti Chandnani, NetGalley.

'A really lovely book showing the ups and downs of family and friends during the war' Sandra Blower, NetGalley.

'Nicely written story with a good mix of characters' Sarah Davies, NetGalley.

'A wonderfully written book. I cannot wait to read the next story in this series!' Belinda Munro, NetGalley.

'Rosie Clarke writes a compelling saga, and I shall certainly be watching out for the next volume ... A really satisfying and fulfilling read, thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommended' Grace J Reviewerlady, NetGalley.

'I can't wait to read the next book in this series!' Kim Feasey, NetGalley.

'The ending is a cliffhanger, but full of promises and hope. I've already made up my mind to read the second book as soon as it's out' Ria Sanive, NetGalley.

'I heartily recommend The Girls of Mulberry Lane to anyone who enjoys being whisked back in time' Alison Drew, NetGalley.

'A good old-fashioned family saga written by a born storyteller' Kathleen Gray, NetGalley.

'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Julie Bonello, NetGalley.

'I loved it! The book is rich in history of what it was like for young woman during the time of WW2' Barbara Pacific, NetGalley.

'With believable characters and great storyline I was hooked from the first chapter. I can't wait for the next book' Lisa Keeney, NetGalley.

'Truly an incredible story that will leave you wanting more and more. I can't wait to see what is in store for me on Mulberry Lane in future stories' Letty Trainor, NetGalley.

'Full of drama, romance and secrets ... A perfect example of its genre' Joanne Dibb, NetGalley.

'The book has hope, love, friendship, secrets, sacrifice, and the ties of family ... A lovely, wholesome story' Kristina Anderson, NetGalley.

'I love to read family sagas and this is a great one. I loved it ... This is the first by Rosie Clarke but it won't be my last' Michelle Russell, NetGalley.