A Lancashire Lass

In the second novel of the Mill Town Lasses series, set in Lancashire in 1832, maids Hannah and Mary face a harsh reality when their employer suddenly vanishes, leaving them homeless and jobless. While Hannah finds refuge with her sister and brother-in-law, Mary is forced to seek lodging at the notorious Star beer house and contends with scarce job opportunities as a weaver amid a cholera outbreak and societal unrest. Struggling to regain her footing, Mary must navigate the dangers of her situation, all while grappling with her reputation and the loss of stability in her life.