War Girls

Adèle Geras, Melvin Burgess, Berlie Doherty, Mary Hooper, Anne Fine, Matt Whyman, Theresa Breslin, Sally Nicholls, Rowena House, Sufiya Ahmed

As featured on BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour.

1914: war has broken out across Europe and beyond. Nothing will ever be the same again for those caught up in the conflict.
This collection of short stories explores how the First World War changed and shaped the lives of women forever. A courageous nurse risks her life at the Front Line; a young woman discovers independence and intrigue in wartime London; and a grief-stricken widow defends her homeland amidst the destruction of war.
Through these and other tales, War Girls presents a moving portrait of loss and grief, and of hope overcoming terrible odds.

Reviews

"War Girls gathers together some of the finest writers for older readers to bring to life the impact the First World War had on women... Excellent"
Marilyn Brocklehurst - The Bookseller

"Remarkable collection of powerfully moving stories."
Ham & High

"Nine stories, making good starting points for discussions of themes like courage, loss and social attitudes."
The Herald (Glasgow)

"A thought provoking collection… it's quite a feat to have so many prize winning authors together, each producing such diverse stories."
Books for Keeps

"Remarkable collection…powerfuly moving."
Wood & Vale