{"product_id":"9780241998717","title":"Christmas with the Engine Girls","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the autumn of 1941 approaches and female conscription looms, \u003cstrong\u003eDaisy Styles\u003c\/strong\u003e weaves a poignant tale in \u003cem\u003eChristmas with the Engine Girls\u003c\/em\u003e. Set against the backdrop of the Bell Works Factory in Hucknall, three women find themselves united by a shared purpose on the Spitfire production line, each grappling with their own personal battles.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLily\u003c\/strong\u003e, with her dreams of soaring through the skies as a pilot, faces the harsh realities of wartime life. Meanwhile, \u003cstrong\u003eEdna\u003c\/strong\u003e is determined to reunite with her evacuated daughter, navigating the heart-wrenching challenges that come with separation. Lastly, \u003cstrong\u003eJeannie\u003c\/strong\u003e is consumed by worry for her fiancé, who has gone silent for weeks, leaving her in a state of anxious longing.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eAmidst the struggles and uncertainties of war, the spirit of Christmas begins to weave its magic. The women discover the strength of friendship and the power of hope as they band together, finding joy in the little moments that illuminate their lives during such dark times.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale empowerment and resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of friendship and community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe challenges and sacrifices of wartime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHope and the spirit of Christmas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“In the darkest of times, it is the light of companionship that shines the brightest.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who enjoyed \u003cem\u003eThe Rosie Project\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eThe Nightingale\u003c\/em\u003e will find resonance in this heartfelt narrative, celebrating the indomitable spirit of women during a time of great adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481426321740,"sku":"9780241998717","price":9.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780241998717_front.webp?v=1765278252","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-ch\/products\/9780241998717","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}