The Cornish Girls Before the Storm

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ISBN: 9780008715175

Betty Walker

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AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
01 January 2026

Second World War fiction; Historical romance; Sagas; Historical fiction; Fiction: special features

Series: The Cornish Girls Series

The brand-new prequel to the Cornish Girls series from bestselling historical saga author and Romantic Saga of the year nominee Betty WalkerMeet the Cornish Girls before the war!

War looms on the horizon. Their lives are about to change forever…

Dagenham, 1939. Sheila Hopkins has always put her family first. But when tragedy strikes, she’s faced with an impossible choice: hold on to what’s left of the past, or take a leap of faith for the future.

Her daughter Betsy is trying to stay strong for her children, even as her marriage is tested by sorrow and the rising tension towards her loving husband’s German heritage. Then an act of violence shatters her fragile peace and everything begins to unravel.

And newcomer Edith Treloar arrives from Cornwall with a suitcase full of hopes and heartbreak… and a secret that could change everything.

As the first sirens sound, they will discover that the greatest battles are fought closest to home. Will they find the strength to carry on together?

An emotional and uplifting romance saga novel about love and courage just at the turn of World War Two, perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Vicki Beeby, Lizzie Lane and Elaine Everest.

By: Betty Walker
Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: Book 9
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 260g
ISBN: 9780008715175
ISBN 10: 0008715173
Series: The Cornish Girls Series
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 01 January 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Betty Walker lives in Cornwall with her large family, where she enjoys gardening and coastal walks. She loves discovering curious historical facts, and devotes much time to investigating her family tree. She also writes bestselling contemporary thrillers as Jane Holland.

Reviews for The Cornish Girls Before the Storm

Praise for Betty Walker: ‘A fascinating story, beautifully written, with interesting characters I really liked. A most enjoyable read!’ Kitty Neale ‘A warm-hearted story – at times I laughed and at others I held my breath… I loved the characters and I’m delighted it is the first in a series’ Pam Weaver ‘This is the first in a series, which is great news for fans of Betty Walker and the Cornish Girls!’ Historical Novel Society