There is much to recommend this second in a series, historical fiction narrative, such as community spirit and support during WWII's devastation; quilting; borrowing and reading books; volunteerism and the like. On the other hand there was the travesty and heartache that war brings, be it on the battlefront or at home. Through it all Cordelia, Jane and Mavis navigate and become friends to be counted upon.
However, I was not so thrilled with the spiritist input nor the bedroom intimacies, so there are those cautions for those who prefer not to read about these elements. Overall though, one can get the feel of the stress and distress of what folks back then lived through in those days in London's East End.
~Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger~
April 2024
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the complimentary review copy sent by Net Galley and the publisher.
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