Blackpool's Angel

Set in Blackpool in 1893, this heartfelt story follows Tilly, a woman who has built a modest life with her loving husband and children, only to face tragedy when her husband dies in a workplace accident. Suddenly alone and struggling to make ends meet, Tilly must navigate a society dominated by men while doing her best to protect and care for her daughters. This moving debut from Mary Wood (writing as Maggie Mason) explores themes of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.