It's the first book I read in this series and found it poignant and engrossing, an emotional rollercoaster that I couldn't put down.
I loved the background, the fleshed out cast of characters and the well crafted plot.
I look forward to reading other books by this author.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Another good read from Pam Howes A good mix of characters and some good story lines Loved the different communities and the friendships and family aspects but also had a bit of a dark thread to it A 5 ⭐read

I have been patiently waiting for the next book from the author in the Lark Lane saga and have to say that now it’s finally here, it has been well worth the wait.

Over the course of these books, I feel like I’ve become one of the family with the characters. I’ve been with them through all the highs and lows and shared tears of joy and sadness. What a journey it’s been.

Whilst the focus has changed from Alice to her daughter Cathy in this book and the previous one, I like how we still get to catch up and keep up to date with Alice as I had grown very fond of her from the first book. Through the characters, we get to appreciate what life was like back in the early sixties in Liverpool.

Jack is one character I’ve never been fond of. Man, he made my blood boil. I was angry and both scared for Cathy and her family and don’t think I’ve ever wished someone to drop dead before. I did with Jack though. He is a horrible character though and I was willing that everything would come out all okay by the end.

The Midwives of Lark Lane was another emotional roller coaster of a read that captivated me, yet had me on the edge of my seat a number of times. Just as you think everything is going to be okay for Cathy and her family, life has other plans for them yet again. The story had me so engrossed that I couldn’t get on with my everyday life until I had finished it. If you enjoy a heartwarming saga that makes for a compulsive read, then look no further than this authors books. They are truly wonderful.

Having read all of the books in this series I was looking forward to this one. Another good story with ups and downs but all worked out well in the end. Still left open for another book ....

Another's great addition to the series, a real page turner full of suspense and love. Really enjoyed this book n will be looking out for more.

Having read and absolutely loved the other books in this series I was really looking forward to this one which is book 4 in the series. Well yet again this is a super read. I was hooked from the very beginning. Being back with the families of Lark Lane is like coming home again. A massive 5 stars for me.

Yet again another cracker of a book by Pam Howes in the Lark Lane series. This author captures everything and draws you into the story as if you are a part of it. Hope there will be more to follow. Amazing friendships and bonds through good and bad times.

An utterly fabulous read for me. This book is set in Liverpool in the early 60’s. There was nothing in this book that I didn’t enjoy. A great storyline and great characters which make for a perfect read. Once I started this book it was so hard to stop reading it as it’s so good. This is part of a series but I hadn’t read any of the previous books so these have now been downloaded to my kindle.

Another great read in this brilliant series set in the early 60's, and still a time when being pregnant outside of marriage wasn't readily accepted by everyone. Cathy and Gianni finally tie the knot when their daughter Lucy is 18 months old, fortunately they have had the support of Cathy's gran and her mum and step dad. Everything seems to be in their favour but tragedy strikes only a few weeks after their wedding. There is also a black cloud from their past waiting to engulf them, their friends and extended family. This is a great family saga and a very enjoyable read.

I have loved reading about the family that live in and around lark lane Cathy and her mom alice have come a long way from the life they used to have.Cathy craves to continue training to become a midwife and join her friends but knows her life is with her husband at the fair.Life changes for cathy after she returns home to her family and friends she is happy in liverpool.When they find out jack is on the run they make sure they are all safe and are determined not to hide away.Pam Howes writes a lovely story that makes you feel as if you are among them all.If it was possible i would give more stars as this book is BRILLIANT.5*