Opal Plumstead

In this compelling tale by bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, fourteen-year-old Opal Plumstead's life takes a dramatic turn when her father is imprisoned, forcing her to work at the Fairy Glen sweet factory to support her family. Struggling to fit in with her coworkers, Opal admires the factory's owner, Mrs. Roberts, who introduces her to the Suffragettes and the inspiring Mrs. Pankhurst. As Opal develops feelings for Morgan, Mrs. Roberts' son, her hopes for a brighter future intertwine with the looming shadows of the First World War, setting the stage for a transformative journey.