Thursday, March 19, 2026

Family Matters at Blackberry Farm





Any time I read a WW II book, I think of my maternal grandparents.  My mother was born in England and lived there during the war.

My Mom told me stories of going to the bomb shelters.  My grandpa was a homeguard.  He would patrol the streets to make them safe from the Germans. Fortunately, he never met any.  I have my Mom's ration book where all the sweetie coupons are gone.  Obviously, she had a sweet tooth.

This story tells the struggles that families had during the war.  This was when families and neighbors pulled together. 

A great story .  I love Rosie Clarke. Her characters are so real. 

You need to pick up a copy.


 

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