The Factory Girl

Kite Family Saga #2

by Nancy Carson

Henzey is no ordinary factory girl… Henzey Kite can’t believe it when Billy Watts walks into her life. A cut above the local boys – strong, charming and wildly ambitious – he won’t settle for anything less than the wealth of high society. But with wealth comes sacrifice. All Henzey wishes for is a home and a family, while Billy has his sights set at the top. When the Great Depression destroys the Black Country, their love crumbles with it. The dark core of Billy’s obsession for success is revealed, while poor Henzey’s young heart is shattered. How will she overcome such heartache…and who will help her?

Genres: Historical Fiction

464 pages, Paperback

First published May 11, 2015

About the author

I was born and bred in the Black Country, that part of the West Midlands in England that lies between the eastern fringes of Wolverhampton and the western edges of Birmingham. Dudley was my home town and though I’ve travelled widely, I still live no more than 6 miles from my birthplace.
When I left school I was always interested in the opposite sex, and loved to go out with my friends to dances and to concerts by famous rock and pop groups. I became a nursery nurse before I married (in my early twenties) and had a son, but that marriage ended – amicably. My second marriage blessed me with a wonderful spouse and a ready-made stepson whom I adore.
I always knew I would become an author, but there never seemed any rush. Throughout life I have been a ‘people-watcher’, and I believe this has given me a clear insight into human interactions – male and female – especially when it comes to relationships. So, my stories spring from the broad canvas of human nature. The characters that populate them have often been inspired from life, as have the situations I sometimes place them in. Many have been embellished, some not.
The very first novel I wrote, which I thought was the best thing since sliced bread, had multiple rejections, simply because it was not good enough. However, undaunted and with the encouragement of several editors, literary agents, and the Romantic Novelists’ Association, I pressed on with new ideas. I have written several novels with plans and outlines for more.
Writing is a very fulfilling and yet solitary occupation, so I am lucky inasmuch as I still find time to enjoy other things with my very understanding better half, and lead a full and active life.
Anyway, I do hope you’ll read my novels and that you’ll enjoy them as much as I’ve enjoyed writing them.

Reviews

[michelle reilly · Rating 5 out of 5]

A real page turner.

This book had so many twists and turns. The plot kept me guessing right up to the end. Brilliant storyline. One of the best books I've read for a long time.

[Hui · Rating 1 out of 5]

1.5**

[Sharon · Rating 1 out of 5]

I used to read lots of this genre in my early to mid teens. Thought I’d give it a revisit. This started off okay though a bit predictable and rather wooden characters who then became completely one dimensional and the whole twin melodrama was completely unbelievable

[Prcs Rambharose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would love to read books one and three in this series Got this one for Xmas 2018

[Pauline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Who wouldn't love Henzey and her family. A thoroughly enjoyable read. Also #2 in the series it can be considered a stand alone book.

[Kim · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyed reading the book but found the ending to be a big disappointment. Could have done so many other more creative endings.

[Lorraine Allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Started off rather slowly, so much so I nearly gave up on it. But then it got better and I wanted to read it with barely a pause. Good twist at the end.

[Coyney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Fabulous book

[Bernie Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

2nd time reading this. Loved it just as much as first time. Clever twist at end.