*FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHTINGALE GIRLS, DONNA DOUGLAS*
Spring, 1941. The families of Jubilee Row are still reeling from the loss of one of their own, and as the Blitz on Hull intensifies, it seems as if there will be more tragedies to come.
As the street braces itself, Iris Fletcher returns home from the hospital, where she has been recovering after the death of her best friend and youngest child. But Iris has no time to mourn – devastated by the loss of their little sister, Archie and Kitty desperately need their mother.
Meanwhile, Edie Copeland is besotted with her infant son. Being a single mother is hard, but Edie finds support in the form of Jack Maguire who, like Edie, is raising his boys alone. As the pair grow closer, Edie begins to wonder whether they could ever be anything more than friends.
Capable mum, Ruby Maguire takes charge as usual, bolstering spirits and lending a hand, as well as trying to keep her flighty sister Pearl on the straight and narrow. But the unexpected appearance of a face from her past threatens Ruby’s future far more than Hitler’s bombs.
For fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Katie Flynn this is the second book in the Yorkshire Blitz Trilogy from the bestselling author of The Nightingale Girls.
Step back in time to war-torn Hull with "A Sister's Wish," the poignant second installment in Donna Douglas's captivating Yorkshire Blitz Trilogy. Following the success of *The Nightingale Girls*, bestselling author Donna Douglas weaves a compelling tale of resilience, love, and community amidst the devastation of World War II. Spring 1941 casts a long shadow over Jubilee Row. The close-knit community still mourns a tragic loss, and the relentless Blitzkrieg rains terror upon their homes and lives. As sirens wail and bombs fall, the residents of Jubilee Row find their lives irrevocably changed, testing the very bonds that hold them together. Iris Fletcher returns home, physically healed from her injuries but emotionally scarred by the death of her best friend and the loss of her youngest child. Overwhelmed by grief, she knows her children, Archie and Kitty, desperately need her. She must find the strength to mother them through their shared pain, even as she battles her own. Can Iris navigate the darkness and find light again for her children? Meanwhile, young Edie Copeland is completely enamored with her baby son, relishing the joys and grappling with the challenges of single motherhood during wartime. Support arrives in the unexpected form of Jack Maguire, a widower also raising two young sons alone. As their friendship deepens, Edie allows herself to dream of a future beyond the present hardships, wondering if a deeper connection with Jack could blossom into something more meaningful. Can she dare to hope for a lasting love amidst the chaos of war? Ruby Maguire, the ever-reliable matriarch, continues to be the bedrock of Jubilee Row. Her unwavering spirit and practical nature provide solace and support to her neighbors, all while struggling to keep her impulsive sister, Pearl, on the straight and narrow. But Ruby harbors a secret, and the sudden reappearance of someone from her past threatens to unravel her carefully constructed life far more profoundly than any bomb. Can Ruby protect her future from the ghosts of yesterday? "A Sister's Wish" is a beautifully rendered saga that celebrates the strength of women, the enduring power of family, and the unwavering spirit of a community facing unimaginable adversity. Donna Douglas masterfully captures the atmosphere of wartime Britain, drawing readers into the lives and hearts of the unforgettable characters of Jubilee Row. A must-read for fans of historical fiction, family sagas, and stories that resonate with warmth, heartache, and hope. Perfect for readers who enjoy the works of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin, and Katie Flynn, this is a story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page. Explore themes of grief, motherhood, love after loss, and the unwavering spirit of community during times of war. Discover the strength within and the hope that can bloom even in the darkest of times.