Two women. One war. With war the only certainty, there's just one thing in question: where do Viola and Annie's loyalties lie?
Jan Casey Books
Jan Casey's fascination with the little-known account of women building Waterloo Bridge during World War II, discovered on a Thames riverboat tour, culminated in her debut novel. This work is the result of her deep exploration into an event previously erased from historical narratives. Casey's writing delves into forgotten women's stories, giving voice to those silenced by history. Her distinctive style is characterized by its ability to craft "stories you remember."
The next novel from Jan Casey. She read their secrets during the war. Now she cannot forget them...
A wartime novel of a Bomb Plotter in the Blitz and her choice, decades later, to start living once more.
The Women of Waterloo Bridge
- 408 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of London during World War II, the story follows three women navigating personal loss and societal challenges. Evelyn, heartbroken after a broken engagement, finds purpose in construction work on Waterloo Bridge. Gwen, grieving her son lost in an air raid, struggles with her family's safety while forming a supportive bond with Evelyn. Meanwhile, Joan, a gifted musician, seeks independence from her overbearing mother after a scandal. Together, they face adversity and forge a powerful friendship amidst the turmoil of war.