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  • The Woolworths Girls

  • Woolworths, Book 1
  • By: Elaine Everest
  • Narrated by: Annie Aldington
  • Length: 10 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (56 ratings)

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The Woolworths Girls

By: Elaine Everest
Narrated by: Annie Aldington
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Summary

Against the backdrop of impending war, experience the trials, triumphs and camaraderie behind the Woolworths counter, in Elaine Everest’s historical romance The Woolworths Girls.

It's 1938 and as the threat of war hangs over the country, Sarah Caselton is preparing for her new job at Woolworths. Before long, she forms a tight bond with two of her colleagues: the glamorous Maisie and shy Freda. The trio couldn't be more different, but they immediately form a close-knit friendship, sharing their hopes and dreams for the future.

Sarah soon falls into the rhythm of her new position, enjoying the social events hosted by Woolies and her blossoming romance with young assistant manager, Alan. But with the threat of war clouding the horizon, the young men and women of Woolworths realize that there are bigger battles ahead. It's a dangerous time for the nation, and an even more perilous time to fall in love . . .

The first in Elaine Everest's Woolworths series, The Woolworths Girls is followed by the festive sequel, Christmas at Woolworths.

©2016 Elaine Everest (P)2022 Macmillan Publishers International Limited
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A warm, tender tale of friendship and love ... sweet as a Woolies Pick 'n' Mix. (Milly Johnson)

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Loved it!

Just a lovely listen while I’m
woking. Looking for similar ones already, I would highly recommend

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Enjoyable

I enjoyed this listen, but felt the storyline went on a bit too long. That’s said, there was always something happening throughout. Excellent narration

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Interesting and Touching story

I wasn't sure at first but the more I listened the more it helped me understand the war years and amazing friendships. Really enjoyable with a not unexpected happy ending.

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Great read

Great story to listen to while walking every day to work
Can’t wait to listen to the next one

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Lovely book

I found it very interesting as I worked in Woolworth in Erith in 1947 and lived in the road which was next to Alexandra Rd

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war time romance

good character lovely story brought back memories from my past London bombing was awfully mazie and sara were lovely people all realy good.

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Lovely story full of Nostalgia

As an ex Woolworths Girl I lived listening to this. It takes place during WW2 ( 30 years before my employment at Woolies) but it recalls stories I heard from the older work mates I had. The narration it very listenable to.

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Wonderful wartime saga

I fell in love with the characters from the first chapter it made me laugh and cry. This is an excellent book and so happy that the saga continues.

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how everyone helped each other in hard times

loved all of it that much I had to get all of the books in the series

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amazing story loved all of it~heartwarming.

Loved how the story unfolded & how we grew to know & love the families. Thoroughly recommend this story *****

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