Under Iron Skies

Set against the backdrop of Barrow-in-Furness from 1936 to 2024, this story follows Edie Simmons through a series of profound hardships, including war, loss, and secrets that shape her life. From childhood experiences of seeing a whale in the sky to her reflections as an elderly woman, the narrative explores themes of family, survival, and the emotional scars left by tumultuous times. Telling her story to Lily in her final years, Edie’s journey is described as darkly funny, fiercely human, and ultimately heartbreaking.