Meet Me Under the Clock

Set during World War II, this novel follows the contrasting lives of two sisters, Sylvia and Audrey Whitehouse, as they navigate the challenges and opportunities brought by the war. While Sylvia dreams of her upcoming wedding and works as a railway porter, Audrey joins the WAAF and faces newfound freedoms and temptations. As their personal struggles unfold amid rationing, bombings, and secretarial choices, they must determine what they truly want from life. Narrated by Annie Aldington, the story explores themes of family, sacrifice, and resilience.