Cherry Tree Lane
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Wiltshire, 1910. To escape a forced marriage, Mattie Willitt leaves home, and is taken in by widower Jacob. Can they find happiness in the face of adversity?
The Wiltshire Girls Series
This series chronicles the lives of young women in early 20th-century England as they strive to escape oppressive circumstances and forge their own destinies. The characters navigate the societal expectations and economic hardships of their era, all while building strong sisterly bonds. It's a compelling narrative filled with realism, emotional depth, and explorations of independence and resilience against adversity.
Recommended Reading Order
- 1
- 2
Elm Tree Road
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
After being driven from home by their brutal father, the Willett sisters find themselves facing greater heartache in the wider world. Nell, the middle daughter, has left home to be with her lover, Cliff, fearing what reprisals might come from marrying against her father's wishes. The couple head for Lancashire, but Nell's happiness is short-lived.
- 3
Yew Tree Gardens
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Sisters Mattie, Nell and Renie have all managed to escape their oppressive and bullying father, but now separated, the girls must draw upon their strength and courage to build new lives for themselves.