Hard Times on Weaver Street
A gritty, heartbreaking historical saga from Chrissie Walsh
Published on 23. May 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
504 pages
978-1-80280-951-0 (ISBN)
Description
Bestselling author Chrissie Walsh is back with another gritty, heartbreaking historical saga to escape intoWhen the Great Depression hits Liverpool hard, can Weaver Street's close knit community keep each other safe?
As Liverpool and its residents begin to heal from the wounds and memories of World War I, life on Weaver Street in 1924 is blessedly peaceful.
At number eleven, widow Kitty Conlon is dreaming about her upcoming wedding to John, while at number nine her best friend Maggie is cursing her bad luck as she juggles the demands of her cantankerous mother, stroppy daughter and fly-by-night beau. At number fifteen, Mavis has a mysterious new lodger, while further along the street the O Malley family are missing their beloved Ireland.
But as the Depression begins to bite, and the arrival of the Muller family on Weaver Street signals the worrying drumbeats of conflict coming from Germany, the fragile happiness and peace Liverpool has been enjoying looks destined to end. And as the neighbours pull together in the toughest of times, the women on Weaver Street face the prospect of waving their menfolk off to war.
If you love Lyn Andrew, Katie Flynn and Pam Howes, you'll love Chrissie Walsh!
Praise for Weaver Street:
'A captivating story of family, relations and the complexities of life. With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen
'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill
'This was a very, very, very good read from start to finish I didn't want to put it down, the storyline is amazing' ?????????? Reader Review
'I really enjoyed this book, I couldn't put it down and finished it in two days. Such a great author, I do hope there will be follow on books on Weaver Street following the lives of all the people I've now come to know' ?????????? Reader Review
'Great book with brilliant characters Kitty, Tom, Maggie, Beth and lots more. One of the best books I've read this year. Can't wait until next one comes out to see what happens to Kitty and her family' ?????????? Reader Review
'Loved this story couldn't put it down a fab read. Kitty showed what a strong character she was. I can't wait for next one. Have a try you'll not be disappointed' ?????????? Reader Review
As Liverpool and its residents begin to heal from the wounds and memories of World War I, life on Weaver Street in 1924 is blessedly peaceful.
At number eleven, widow Kitty Conlon is dreaming about her upcoming wedding to John, while at number nine her best friend Maggie is cursing her bad luck as she juggles the demands of her cantankerous mother, stroppy daughter and fly-by-night beau. At number fifteen, Mavis has a mysterious new lodger, while further along the street the O Malley family are missing their beloved Ireland.
But as the Depression begins to bite, and the arrival of the Muller family on Weaver Street signals the worrying drumbeats of conflict coming from Germany, the fragile happiness and peace Liverpool has been enjoying looks destined to end. And as the neighbours pull together in the toughest of times, the women on Weaver Street face the prospect of waving their menfolk off to war.
If you love Lyn Andrew, Katie Flynn and Pam Howes, you'll love Chrissie Walsh!
Praise for Weaver Street:
'A captivating story of family, relations and the complexities of life. With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen
'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill
'This was a very, very, very good read from start to finish I didn't want to put it down, the storyline is amazing' ?????????? Reader Review
'I really enjoyed this book, I couldn't put it down and finished it in two days. Such a great author, I do hope there will be follow on books on Weaver Street following the lives of all the people I've now come to know' ?????????? Reader Review
'Great book with brilliant characters Kitty, Tom, Maggie, Beth and lots more. One of the best books I've read this year. Can't wait until next one comes out to see what happens to Kitty and her family' ?????????? Reader Review
'Loved this story couldn't put it down a fab read. Kitty showed what a strong character she was. I can't wait for next one. Have a try you'll not be disappointed' ?????????? Reader Review
More details
Series
Edition
Large type / large print edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Edition type
Large type / large print edition
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
632 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80280-951-0 (9781802809510)
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Person
Chrissie Walsh was born and raised in West Yorkshire and is a retired schoolteacher with a passion for history. She has written several successful sagas documenting feisty women in challenging times.