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Corner House #3
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Set in a Lyons Corner House in London, this is the third compelling novel in the series set against the backdrop of the Second World War.
The war is progressing for the Nippies, the girls who work at the Lyons Corner House in Marble Arch. With the air raids, rationing and blackouts, life no longer has the carefree attitude it used to have. But new pain and pleasure await as everyone decides what effort they can make towards victory.
Jo yearns for Nick, but the burns he sustained when he was shot down are life-changing and need the new procedure of plastic surgery. Will their marriage ever go ahead? And does Jo want it to? She loses herself in her new role as lumberjill, one of the women hewing timber for the war effort.
Meanwhile, Phyl has been selected, along with some other trusted Nippies, for secret work. Far from family and friends, she works with munitions and tries to forget her desire to be a Wren. Her husband is far away but she never loses faith that one day they will be reunited...
The war is progressing for the Nippies, the girls who work at the Lyons Corner House in Marble Arch. With the air raids, rationing and blackouts, life no longer has the carefree attitude it used to have. But new pain and pleasure await as everyone decides what effort they can make towards victory.
Jo yearns for Nick, but the burns he sustained when he was shot down are life-changing and need the new procedure of plastic surgery. Will their marriage ever go ahead? And does Jo want it to? She loses herself in her new role as lumberjill, one of the women hewing timber for the war effort.
Meanwhile, Phyl has been selected, along with some other trusted Nippies, for secret work. Far from family and friends, she works with munitions and tries to forget her desire to be a Wren. Her husband is far away but she never loses faith that one day they will be reunited...
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First published January 1, 2002
About the author
Lilian Harry
66 books71 followersaka Donna Baker, Nicola West
Donna Thomson was born in Gosport, near Portsmouth Harbour, England, UK. Growing up during the terrifying years of the Blitz in a two-up, two-down terraced house, the youngest of four, she aspired to be a writer from an early age.
As a young woman she worked in the Civil Service and moved to Devon to be near her sailor husband. They had a son and a daughter. When the marriage ended, she and her two children moved to the Midlands, where she happily married again to her second husband. After living in the Lake District for twelve years, she finally moved back to Devon, and now lives in a village on the edge of Dartmoor. She lost her son Philip in 2008, and has two grandchildren. A keen walker and animal-lover, she now has a dog and three ginger cats to keep her busy, along with a wide range of hobbies she enjoys.
She started signing her romance novels as Donna Baker and Nicola West, now she also writes as Lilian Harry (inspired by the first names of her grandparents). Among her works are historical novels, romances and even two books giving advice on how to write short stories and novels.
Donna Thomson was born in Gosport, near Portsmouth Harbour, England, UK. Growing up during the terrifying years of the Blitz in a two-up, two-down terraced house, the youngest of four, she aspired to be a writer from an early age.
As a young woman she worked in the Civil Service and moved to Devon to be near her sailor husband. They had a son and a daughter. When the marriage ended, she and her two children moved to the Midlands, where she happily married again to her second husband. After living in the Lake District for twelve years, she finally moved back to Devon, and now lives in a village on the edge of Dartmoor. She lost her son Philip in 2008, and has two grandchildren. A keen walker and animal-lover, she now has a dog and three ginger cats to keep her busy, along with a wide range of hobbies she enjoys.
She started signing her romance novels as Donna Baker and Nicola West, now she also writes as Lilian Harry (inspired by the first names of her grandparents). Among her works are historical novels, romances and even two books giving advice on how to write short stories and novels.
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November 20, 2017
I love the books by Lillian Harry. This one is no exception.
May 23, 2021
The final part of the trilogy - it felt just like putting on your favourite old slippers! Catching up with all the characters from the first two books, through the final years of World War II. Lots of unexpected endings but very satisfying in the final chapters. Sad it's over!
May 2, 2011
In this, the third and final volume in Lilian Harry's "Corner House Girls" series, the girls and their families move wholeheartedly into doing their bit for Britain's war effort.
Harry's cast of characters is so large that we can see a little bit of just about every operation on the home front. Secret munitions work, nursing, forest clearance, mining and of course air raid rescue all get their time on the page.
Once again, Lilian Harry doesn't hesitate to let us get close to characters, and then snatch them away. Nobody is safe, no matter how beloved they have become over the course of a series. It's what's great about her, and what can be frustrating. I find myself saying "no! I loved that person!" But then, that's what happened in the War itself, wasn't it?
Harry's cast of characters is so large that we can see a little bit of just about every operation on the home front. Secret munitions work, nursing, forest clearance, mining and of course air raid rescue all get their time on the page.
Once again, Lilian Harry doesn't hesitate to let us get close to characters, and then snatch them away. Nobody is safe, no matter how beloved they have become over the course of a series. It's what's great about her, and what can be frustrating. I find myself saying "no! I loved that person!" But then, that's what happened in the War itself, wasn't it?
April 22, 2013
brilliant, wanted the series to carry on, very emotional.
July 31, 2025
Showed the war from all perspectives
Each book in this series was well researched and historically accurate. I enjoyed getting the “home front” perspective that is not as often written about in novels. The characters were endearing to get to know and I appreciated how readers got a perspective from all ages, genders and classes. The writing of these books was like none I’ve ever encountered before. An all present narrator who sometimes commented on the scene in general or gave historical notes but who also described the drama of each character could at times be confusing but was also interesting. I liked when the narrator broke narration to give details on specific topics to provide explanation - such as the buzz bombs. Overall, an excellent period series.
Each book in this series was well researched and historically accurate. I enjoyed getting the “home front” perspective that is not as often written about in novels. The characters were endearing to get to know and I appreciated how readers got a perspective from all ages, genders and classes. The writing of these books was like none I’ve ever encountered before. An all present narrator who sometimes commented on the scene in general or gave historical notes but who also described the drama of each character could at times be confusing but was also interesting. I liked when the narrator broke narration to give details on specific topics to provide explanation - such as the buzz bombs. Overall, an excellent period series.
March 26, 2024
I really enjoyed this book and the series. This third and final book was the best of the three. I was lucky that I was able to get all three books in one as it's best to have the background stories of the characters to pull it all together and get the most out of this remarkable story of history, courage, compassion, coming of age, understanding, love and yes, humor.
August 14, 2023
third in a trilogy women friends who worked together at a Corner House cafe. How they coped with family, loss, danger during WWII. Interesting descriptions of London. I read the second in this series and was glad to find the third.
June 24, 2024
Fantastic read
Have read all 3 books of the corner house girls. Enjoyed every page of them from start to finish
Have held my breath giggled and cried
Would recommend to read them definitely ❤️❤️
Have read all 3 books of the corner house girls. Enjoyed every page of them from start to finish
Have held my breath giggled and cried
Would recommend to read them definitely ❤️❤️
October 9, 2025
amazing read
What an amazing book I couldn’t put it down the best one I’ve read this year it made you feel like you were there with them it made you feel happy and sad at times but so real
What an amazing book I couldn’t put it down the best one I’ve read this year it made you feel like you were there with them it made you feel happy and sad at times but so real
December 7, 2017
Just loved this series. I am glad that the whole 3 books jelled so well and we didn't loose any of the story during the 3 books. It was a awesome series and I am pleased I read it.
April 13, 2021
A really good series of books. I’ve enjoyed reading them.
May 20, 2022
LAST BOOK IN THIS SERIES, AS THE WAR SGTARTS TO END THE GIRLS LOOK FORWARD TO THE MEN COMING HOME....
BUT DO THEY ALL RETURN...
BUT DO THEY ALL RETURN...
July 29, 2023
Very similar in style to Danielle Steel and Josephine Cox. Well written and very poignant.
April 25, 2025
Very emotional story
Really brings to a person the reality of the losses and disaster to people of WW2
Really brings to a person the reality of the losses and disaster to people of WW2
September 2, 2014
My friend told me to read this as she enjoyed it so much and she alo told me she cried multiple times. I must say it didn't affect me as much as that however I still enjoyed it.
I liked the concept of the whole story line as I just think it was adorable and still makes me go all tingly thinking about it. I don't know why I didn't cry, I guess I just thought it was more sweet that upsetting. Watching the film made me tear up but I preferred the book as it was more detailed and I could empathise with Holly. Also, Gerard Buttlers Irish accent? Just no.
Definitely recommend this to people who like straight up romance books or someone who just needs cheering up a little.
I liked the concept of the whole story line as I just think it was adorable and still makes me go all tingly thinking about it. I don't know why I didn't cry, I guess I just thought it was more sweet that upsetting. Watching the film made me tear up but I preferred the book as it was more detailed and I could empathise with Holly. Also, Gerard Buttlers Irish accent? Just no.
Definitely recommend this to people who like straight up romance books or someone who just needs cheering up a little.
August 2, 2014
Hello, My name is Chandni.
life is for living, holly realises -but it always helps if there's an angel watching over you. Gerry nd Holly are ideal for each couple a perfect soul mates. The guiding notes helps out Holly to enter into her new life without Gerry . she becomes braver than ever before. And the contribution of sharon and Holly ’s family is also noteworthy. .. loved to read this book , to know the real phase of living life. And very touchy and emotional book.
life is for living, holly realises -but it always helps if there's an angel watching over you. Gerry nd Holly are ideal for each couple a perfect soul mates. The guiding notes helps out Holly to enter into her new life without Gerry . she becomes braver than ever before. And the contribution of sharon and Holly ’s family is also noteworthy. .. loved to read this book , to know the real phase of living life. And very touchy and emotional book.
July 12, 2015
Please don't be put off by my review, it's just I could not relate to the book so it didn't really resonate with me. Again, I am a teenager who has NOT experienced losing a loved one, especially a spouse. The entire thing felt a bit slow to me, but I reckon it's an excellent choice for those who have experienced Holly's situation.
Maybe it'll be one of those books where I'll read again in my mid thirties and sob as I clutch it to my chest because I can relate to it so well.
But at the moment, nah.
Maybe it'll be one of those books where I'll read again in my mid thirties and sob as I clutch it to my chest because I can relate to it so well.
But at the moment, nah.
February 15, 2011
The last of the three books from Lilian Harry's Corner house series.
It follows the lives of the corner house girls and the war how it changes their lives.
Not how I thought it would end, full of the unexpected
It follows the lives of the corner house girls and the war how it changes their lives.
Not how I thought it would end, full of the unexpected
May 13, 2014
My favourite book ever. Read it a few years before they made the movie. The book goes so much further into their relationship. The book is beautifully written and a real heart string puller. Makes you really believe in hope....
May 1, 2011
amazing. I wanted to kill nick and hug josh constantly. I cried when etty died and wanted to revive the person that killed her so i can kill him in the most painful way possible.
July 11, 2013
great story to end the mini series 'The Corner house Series' would definitely read this one over again.
December 8, 2012
Lacked the charm of Corner House Girls and it was harder to keep track of all the characters
March 11, 2014
Enjoyed this book very much, shame the film wasn't as good
October 22, 2014
Raar genoeg vond ik de film beter, maar om te lezen net voor het slapen gaan is het de ideale chicklit!
January 9, 2015
Very good love story
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July 20, 2013
loved reading all of lilian harry book
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