Mrs Porter Calling: a cosy, feel good novel about the spirit of friendship in times of trouble

Mrs. Porter Calling is a heartwarming and uplifting historical novel by AJ Pearce, the beloved author of Dear Mrs. Bird. Set in London in 1943, the story follows Emmy Lake, the owner of Womans Friend magazine, as she faces challenges and tragedy while trying to save the magazine and maintain her own happiness. With a winning combination of warmth, humor, and a compelling story of friendship, the book is a must-read for anyone looking for a cheering and inspiring read.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 23 May 2024
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Mrs. Porter Calling is the uplifting and heartwarming third historical novel from AJ Pearce, the beloved author of Dear Mrs. Bird. Brilliant, utterly charming, and uplifting, Jill Mansell, author of Rumour Has It, says, "A pleasure you'd be daft to deny yourself." The Mail on Sunday says, "Heartbreaking yet feel-good." London, 1943. Emmy Lake is most definitely Doing Her Bit for the war effort. The readers of her magazine, Womans Friend, are facing the hardships of life on the Home Front and they need Emmy and her support more than ever. But when a glamorous new owner arrives at Womans Friend, Emmy soon realizes that the Honourable Mrs. Porter could destroy everything. And then tragedy strikes. As Emmy's own happiness turns to devastation, she must ask herself if she can find the strength to keep going. Can she save the magazine so many people love? And can she weather her own heartbreak? If ever there was a book to cheer a heart, it's Mrs. Porter Calling - Milly Johnson, author of My One True North. A winning combination of warmth, humor, and a compelling story of the power of friendship, Katie Fforde, author of Going Dutch, says, "A winning combination of warmth, humor, and a compelling story of the power of friendship."

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035000807