The Candle Factory Girl

Set in 1930s London, this backstreet saga follows seventeen-year-old Hillie Hardwick as she navigates a challenging life filled with hopes, dreams, and struggles for survival. Working at Price's Candle Factory and dealing with a tumultuous home life, Hillie finds comfort in her close relationships with the Parker family and her best friend, Gert. When her situation takes a dangerous turn, she encounters Jack-the-Lad Jimmy Baxter, raising questions about protection and choices. The story weaves themes of courage and friendship amidst an atmosphere of unease.