The Yorkshire Farm Girl

Diane Allen's The Yorkshire Farm Girl is a heartfelt novel about a family dreaming of a better life when war looms on the horizon. Bob Fothergill wants to buy his own farm, but his wife Sally and son Ben are against it. When Bob takes a well-paid job, it causes friction in the family, bringing tension to everyone. The future is uncertain, but the coming years could bring better times. Will the Fothergills survive the oncoming storm?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 17 August 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Diane Allen's novel "The Yorkshire Farm Girl" is a poignant portrayal of a family striving for a better life amidst the looming threat of war. The Fothergill family, residing in the Yorkshire Dales, faces numerous challenges in their pursuit of a sustainable livelihood. Bob Fothergill, the head of the family, dreams of owning his own farm rather than renting the one they currently occupy. However, his belief that a girl's place is in the home hinders Sally, his teenage daughter, from actively contributing to the farm's operations. Ben, their youngest child, lacks any interest in farming, leaving him marginalized. Despite the hardships, Sally's mother makes do with the circumstances, understanding her husband's intentions for their family's well-being.

However, when Bob decides to take a well-paid job collecting, it creates friction within the family, exacerbating tensions for everyone. The backdrop of Germany's aggressive stance towards other nations and the growing prospect of another war casts a shadow of uncertainty over their lives. The times are indeed difficult, and the future remains uncertain. Nonetheless, there is a glimmer of hope that the coming years may bring about better times.

Yet, the question remains: will the Fothergills survive the impending storm? Diane Allen's novel delves deep into the lives of this family, exploring their struggles, sacrifices, and resilience as they navigate the tumultuous circumstances of the early 20th century. Through their experiences, readers are invited to reflect on the human spirit's enduring power and the resilience of families in times of adversity. "The Yorkshire Farm Girl" is a testament to the strength of love, determination, and the pursuit of a better life, even in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529093117