Trying Times for the Mill Girls

A heartbreaking and unforgettable Yorkshire saga of family, love and resilience—perfect for fans of perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Emma Hornby. 🌾 ✨West Yorkshire 1900-1918In changing times, even the strongest must fight to hold on...At the dawn of a new century, mill mistress Verity Hardcastle and her husband Oliver welcome their long-awaited twins: gentle, golden-hearted Briony and spirited, stormy Blaise. From the beginning, their children seem destined to pull in different directions—but the Hardcastles stand united, proud stewards of Lockwood Mill and its tight-knit community of hardworking girls.As the winds of change sweep through Yorkshire—from the rise of the suffragette movement to the shadow of war—the mill stands firm. But cracks begin to show, not just among the mill girls, but within the Hardcastle family itself.When a new mill girl arrives, bringing disruption in her wake, Verity and Oliver must fight to protect everything they hold dear. Loyalties will be tested, secrets unearthed, and the ties of love and family stretched to their limits.Can the Hardcastles weather the storm, or will this be the end of everything they’ve built?A sweeping, heartwarming saga of love, loyalty and resilience!Praise for Chrissie Walsh:'Full of joy, sorrow and a big pinch of fun. I loved it' Elizabeth Gill'With truly heart-tugging moments that make you shed a tear' Diane Allen‘This is an excellent read, love following how the families of Weaver Street are doing’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Twists and turns in Weaver Street. A delightful read very uplifting. Really Enjoyed. Hope for another book. Give it a go!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Oh what a beautiful story to be told, I love the Weaver Street series, as all the neighbours come together, in troubles, such a wonderful book from the first chapter right through to the end' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘I have enjoyed the two books I have read about life on Weaver Street and anyone who enjoys reading about family life would not go wrong indulging in these books. Can’t wait until the next one!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘I love the Weaver Street stories. Such lifelike characters I was fully absorbed in their lives. Extremely enjoyable reading’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘Love the Weaver Street books, they make me feel like I'm there going through all the ups and downs . Already excited for the next one’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review