Miss Lily's Lovely Ladies (Miss Lily, #1)

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

The story seamlessly blends elements of downtown Abbey and wartime action, enriched with ample romance and intrigue to ensure it remains thoroughly captivating and utterly unputdownable. Australian Woman's Weekly

This captivating tale unfolds as an espionage narrative, intertwining threads of love and passionate heroism. Drawing inspiration from actual events, it unveils the remarkable story of how society's esteemed ladies emerged victorious in a war. Every year, at the secluded Shillings Hall nestled within the snow-kissed English countryside, the enigmatic Miss Lily gathers a select group of young women, chosen from the royal and influential families of Europe. These young ladies are imparted with invaluable lessons on captivating men and securing potential husbands, employing techniques that would undoubtedly surprise outsiders. In the year 1914, the sole true power wielded by women lies in their persuasive and charming abilities. Among the cohort of Miss Lily's charming ladies, Sophie Higgs stands out as unique. She is the daughter of Australia's esteemed king of corned beef and the sole colonial representative invited to Shillings Hall. However, what sets Sophie apart is her suspicions regarding Miss Lily's true intentions. As the tumultuous echoes of war spread across Europe, the boundaries of etiquette crumble, giving rise to a remarkable transformation. The lovely ladies, alongside their less fortunate sisters, emerge as the unsung heroes of the war, tirelessly establishing hospitals, canteens, and transport systems where incompetent officials struggle to keep up. In the face of battles that can claim tens of thousands of lives in a single day, Sophie must harness the skills imparted by Miss Lily to prevent the most devastating weapon of war yet from unleashing its havoc. But the question remains: Is Miss Lily a hero or a traitor? And who exactly is she? The story unfolds with a suspenseful intensity, keeping readers eagerly engaged as they unravel the intricate layers of this captivating narrative.

Weight: 356g
Dimension: 197 x 131 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780732298548