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London WW2 1940, Evelyn and Sylvie Draper both sister's nothing alike in their ways decide to change job's and begin working as construction work on Waterloo bridge. Evelyn faces a big challenge after formerly been a teacher, joins Joan and Gwen under the gaffer Jim Adams. This is the author's first book, and as you read a lot of research has been put in that's truly delightful to read. It's captured the girl's working and private lives, and is an inspiration to read. I really got pulled into the story right from the beginning, and look forward to reading more by this new author in the future.

What a treat to read historical women's fiction in which the lead characters do more than chase, pine for, or lust after men! "The Women of Waterloo Bridge" passes the Bechdel test, and the relationships between friends, siblings, and colleagues take precedence over romance (though of course there's a bit of that too). The characters were believable and well fleshed out, and while the stories of each of the three protagonists come to resolutions of sorts by the end, things are not all tied up with a pretty bow. The story moved at a good clip, and it was lovely to watch the characters grow throughout the course of the war and the book. Extra points for the sensitive description of one woman's depression.

Thank you, NetGalley and Aria, for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

A lovely story of women working in construction during the 2nd world war and of their friendships and family,i found this a lovely book to read and i felt for Gwen a woman suffering deep pain,Evelyn is determined to get her to mix with the girls working on the bridge.I can highly recommend this book 5*