Books by Pam Howes

The Factory Girls of Lark Lane is a heart-wrenching family saga about women in World War II, the strength of friendship and the power of hope

From Amazon bestseller Pam Howes comes a heartbreaking World War Two novel about a young woman trying to make the best of history's darkest hour. Is a happy ever after impossible?Liverpool, 1943. For Bella Rogers, life is looking up. She loves performing with The Bryant Sisters, the singing trio who have become the country's sweethearts, putting a smile on the faces of the brave boys fighting the Nazis. But then tragedy strikes when a telegram arrives: Bella's beloved father has been killed in France.Unlike her poor Mam, Bella has someone to share her grief with. Her childhood love Bobby is home from the war. He lost a leg but she counts her blessings every day that he's alive when so many young men haven't made it back. Bella longs to give her heart to Bobby but she is hiding a secret that may change their lives forever. Will he still love her if she reveals the truth?But when bombs screech down on Victory Street in the middle of the night, blowing houses apart, Bella may lose both the home she loves and the family who mean everything to her. With so much loss around her, will Bella be brave enough to snatch her chance of happiness? And when the war is finally over, will wedding bells ring out on Victory Street again?An utterly unputdownable, heart-wrenching historical novel that will have you completely hooked from page one. You'll lose yourself in this gorgeous wartime story of love, loss and family secrets. Perfect for fans of Wives of War, Nadine Dorries and Nancy Revell.Readers absolutely adore Pam Howes!'Pulled me in and made it utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story... I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting. It really did pull me in. I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

From Amazon bestseller Pam Howes comes an emotional World War Two saga about three young women whose bravery and friendship will see them through the darkest times.Liverpool, 1939. Bella Rogers thought her life was just starting; she can't wait to get married to her childhood sweetheart, Bobby. But when war is declared and Bobby is called up, his letters stop, leaving Bella heartbroken and alone. Then her family is torn apart by tragedy when her angelic five-year-old sister dies from a terrible illness. They can barely afford a funeral, but the church is packed with the entire community, devastated for their loss.Grieving for her sister and lost love, Bella finds a job at the Bryant and May factory, making matches. As bombs begin to fall, Bella gets the workers singing, keeping spirits high amidst the fear. When she meets a handsome American airman, Earl Franklin Jr, Bella's heart finally starts to mend. Earl encourages her passion and soon she and her friends are offered the opportunity of a lifetime: to travel the country's army bases, entertaining the troops and singing for victory. They name themselves The Bryant Sisters.Just as her life is getting back on track, Bella finds herself pregnant - and Earl reveals a shattering secret that changes everything about their future. Devastated, she flees home to Liverpool, but as an unmarried mother, will her family reject her? And, as she faces a terrible sacrifice, will she ever sing with The Bryant Sisters again?A heartbreaking historical novel about women in wartime, friendship, family and hope. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Wives of War. Readers absolutely adore The Girls of Victory Street!'Pulled me in and made it utterly impossible for me to put down. A heartbreaking story… I really haven't been able to put this one down and found I had devoured the entire book in just one sitting. It really did pull me in. I have loved this book so much, I wish I could give it five hundred stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'I absolutely loved this book, loved the flow of the story, loved the characters and loved getting lost into another world while reading it… A heartbreaking story but one that gets you so engaged in it you cannot put it down… Will keep you reading and enjoying right to the very last page, where you will be disappointed that it hasn't carried on, and on… and will desperately want more.' Vicki I Love Reading UK ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿'The story pulled at my heartstrings… Within a few chapters I was hooked and could feel myself experiencing the air raids, the damp dark basements and the sadness of loss and grief alongside all the characters… I wiped tears away at times throughout the book and have laughed and smiled along with them at others. I can't wait for the next book in the series… If you love a really good wartime saga, then this is definitely the book for you! I loved it, and would highly recommend it!' Stardust Book Reviews ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿ ¿¿

Can she follow her dreams - against all the odds?Liverpool, 1955. With her abusive husband drinking all her wages, Alice faces a daily struggle to provide for her family. Her eldest daughter Cathy has always longed to be a nurse, but when the family's poverty means she's forced to leave school and get a job - without the qualifications she needs - it looks like her dreams are over.But Cathy isn't willing to give up without a fight, and with the support of old friend - and new love - Gianni, she manages to secure a place as a cadet nurse, learning as she works.Cathy knows that without her around, her mam must stand up to her violent husband alone - and that with less money coming in, Alice will be in danger of losing everything. What's more, since nursing students must be unmarried, and Gianni is desperate to settle down, it's not just her mam who hopes that Cathy will come home…Can Cathy find a way to have it all, or will becoming a nurse mean leaving her family - and love - behind her?The Nurses of Lark Lane is a heart-breaking saga about a family's battle to survive. If you love Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Donna Douglas, you won't want to miss Pam Howes!An earlier version of this book was previously published as Cathy's Clown. This edition contains significant editorial revisions. Readers love The Nurses of Lark Lane!'I cannot recommend this book or this series highly enough. I have loved each and every one… May I just say that a pack of tissues would be advisable… A first class read, taken back in time with fantastic characters. Written beautifully.' I Love Reading, 5 stars'Had me hooked from the first page… Pam Howes has put her life and soul into this and I recommend that everyone reads this, you won't want it to end.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'An engaging, page-turner… loved Cathy's journey and didn't want it to end… So compelling, it leaves me desperate for more. Highly recommended.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars'Absolutely lovely read. The type of saga that draws me right in to the characters and their lives in their hometown. Will be grabbing all the books by this author.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'I loved it and didn't want it to end. Five stars, well done to Pam Howes.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

The war is over, but there's heartbreak ahead…Liverpool, 1945. As the war draws to a close, Alice and Terry Lomax are building a new life with their young daughter Cathy. After years away fighting, Terry is a stranger to his daughter and must work hard to win her trust and love.Alice and old friend Sadie work in the haberdashery of Lewis's department store, where bomb damage scars the walls and rationing is still in force. Yet Lewis's remains open, a sign of strength in the midst of Liverpool's post-war ruins.Though memories of those lost in the war are fresh, Alice and Sadie look forward to the future. But then a tragic accident leaves Alice a widow, and the father of Sadie's child - a man she hoped never to see again - is back in Liverpool…With Alice struggling to start again alone, and Sadie desperate to protect her son, can these two shop girls overcome their troubles and keep their hopes alive - even with all the odds against them?The Shop Girls of Lark Lane is a heart-wrenching family saga about the strength of friendship and the costs of war. If you love Nadine Dorries, Diney Costeloe and Kitty Neale, you won't want to miss Pam Howes! What readers are saying about The Shop Girls of Lark Lane:'What I love about this story is the bond of friendship and family… Another enthralling read… As usual with this author's books, from picking it up, I never want to put it down until I've reached the last page… Even then, the characters stay with me… An unforgettable and engrossing read.' By the Letter Book Reviewer, 5 stars'Absolutely brilliant, five-star read… Wonderful… Perfect for reading curled with by the fire… You will be hooked and won't want to put this book down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Truly wonderful… Heart-warming… I loved following their story. I read this book in almost one sitting.' Goodreads reviewer'A lovely read!… Will definitely stay with me for a while… A heart-warming and heart-wrenchingread!' Goodreads reviewer'I have smiled, laughed, and cried… The best one yet… Read this book. It's worth more than 5*.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'A terrific read.' Goodreads reviewer'Drew me right in… Love the people, the families, the drama, the friendships, romance… Highly recommend a large box of tissues for this… Emotional read.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars'A wonderful read!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

The war is over - but are their troubles just beginning?

Will tragedy tear them apart - once and for all?

Can she save herself, her marriage - and her daughter?