Vier starke junge Frauen in aufregenden Zeiten - ein Roman über große Hoffnungen, erste Schritte in die Emanzipation und die Kraft der Freundschaft London, 1911. Das neue Warenhaus auf der Oxford Street sucht neue Mitarbeiterinnen. Was für eine Chance für zahlreiche junge Frauen aus der Arbeiterschicht, ins Berufsleben zu starten! Auch Sally, Beth, Margaret und Rachel wünschen sich nichts sehnlicher, als für "Harpers Emporium" zu arbeiten. Zu ihrem Glück werden sie eingestellt und finden sich sogar in derselben Abteilung wieder. Zwischen feinen Hüten, edlen Handschuhen und Schmuck freunden sie sich an und unterstützen einander bei Problemen mit schwierigen Kundinnen. Doch das sind längst nicht die einzigen Herausforderungen, denen sie sich in ihrem neuen Leben stellen müssen ... Willkommen bei Harpers! Treten Sie ein, und staunen Sie!
Rosie Clarke Bücher







Vier starke junge Frauen stellen sich den Herausforderungen ihrer Zeit - ein Appell für die Frauenfreundschaft London 1914. Zwei Jahre ist es her, dass mit Harpers ein neues, glanzvolles Kaufhaus in der berühmten Londoner Oxford Street eröffnet wurde, und Eigentümer Ben plant, das Geschäft zu erweitern. Das Leben läuft gut für ihn und seine Frau Sally, und sie freuen sich auf ihr erstes Kind. Sallys Freundinnen Beth, Ruth und Maggie haben ebenfalls ihren Platz im Leben gefunden. Doch ist ihr Glück bisweilen getrübt: durch einen unerfüllten Kinderwunsch, einen unentschiedenen Verehrer, eine intrigante Kollegin. Noch herrscht in den Straßen Englands Frieden. Dann aber ziehen am Horizont dunkle Wolken über Europa auf. Krieg droht. Werden die Shop Girls auch diese schwierigen Zeiten meistern? Band 3 der Reihe um die SHOP GIRLS
»Ich denke, das würde schon genügen, um auf der Stelle verhaftet zu werden«, warnte Sally. Die anderen nickten. Es war nicht leicht, in diesen unruhigen Zeiten eine Frau zu sein. London, 1913. In ganz England setzen sich Frauen für ihre Rechte ein. Auch Beth, Rachel, Sally und Maggy beteiligen sich an den Demonstrationen. Anders als die meisten anderen Frauen verdienen sie als Angestellte von Harpers Emporium, einem Kaufhaus an der edlen Oxford-Street, ihren Lebensunterhalt selbst. Doch auch zwischen Hüten und Handschuhen, edlen Schals und Taschen spielen sich Dramen ab, und nicht alles im Leben der vier ist einfach zu meistern. Jede der Frauen ist auf der Suche nach ihrem Glück. Zwei werden die Liebe ihres Lebens finden, sogar heiraten, mit den beiden anderen hingegen meint es das Schicksal weniger gut ... Vier starke junge Frauen stellen sich den Herausforderungen ihrer Zeit - Band zwei der Reihe um die Shop Girls
Changing Times at Harpers
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- 12 Lesestunden
The BRAND NEW instalment in the bestselling Harpers Emporium series! London Spring 1920 Harpers is beginning to flourish once more after the end of the war but for Sally Harper the problems continue. Husband Ben is moody, sometimes distant, and she feels he is shutting her out at home and at work, but why? It takes a terrible tragedy to make them realise their love and respect is still true. The ladies and girls who work at Harpers continue to battle with problems in their own lives. Marion is still trying to reach her war-damaged husband and Lilly is battling with her pain and shame. It's a period of transition for all. The doors of Harpers are busy welcoming new and returning staff whilst bidding a fond farewell to others. This is the beginning of a new era and there is a fresh buzz of excitement in the air.
Emma's Duty
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- 14 Lesestunden
The war is over, but Emma's battles continue at home...Emma Reece is slowly adjusting to her husband's return from the war, even though his appalling injuries mean their marriage is in name only.
LONDON 1917As the Americans enter the War, there is renewed energy in the war effort. With husbands and sons fighting for freedom, the women of Harpers are left to tackle the day-to-day affairs at home and work. As Christmas 1917 approaches what will the future hold for Harpers, its girls and their men at War?
Emma's War
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All she wanted was her husband to come home...Newly married to the caring RAF pilot Jonathan Reece, Emma thinks that life couldn't be better. But her happiness is short-lived: within months, Jon's plane is shot down over France and he is declared missing, presumed dead.
War Clouds Over Blackberry Farm
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The start of a brand NEW series from bestselling author Rosie Clarke Cambridgeshire - March 1939 As the clouds of war begin to gather in Europe, the Talbot family of rural Blackberry Farm will be torn apart, just as so many families all over the world will be. Life will never be the same again. Whilst in London, the Salmons family will feel the pain of parting and loss. Brought together by war, the two families become intertwined and, as the outlook looks bleak, they must draw on each other's strength to fight through the hard times. Lizzie Johnson and Tom were sweethearts until a mistake caused a terrible rift. Lizzie takes herself off to London to heal the pain in a glamorous new job but she still loves Tom. His pride has been hurt - but deep down inside Tom still cares. Can they find happiness before their chance is gone and the whole world is swept into the terrible madness of war?
Cambridgeshire - 1941 As the war rages on in Europe, it brings untold heartache to the Talbot family at Blackberry Farm. First Tom is missing in action and then his brother John. leaving the family distraught with worry. Faith finds herself in trouble and turns to Lizzie for support as fear and grief bring them closer together. But tragedy is never too far away and when it strikes, it may not be those who fight that suffer the most. Will Pam's prayers be answered and will both her sons return home? And can the family at Blackberry Farm unite to overcome their heartache and find hope for the future?
Sally Harper is busy juggling running London’s Oxford Street Store Harpers and looking after her beautiful new-born daughter, whilst husband Ben is overseas on another dangerous mission, this time to rescue a friend in need.Young Becky Stockbridge finds herself in a difficult situation which could bring shame to her and her family. Will Becky, with the help of her friends find her happy ever after and keep her secret?Marion Jackson is blessed with a son as she eagerly awaits the return of her husband Reggie. But all is not right when Reggie returns. Is Marion strong enough to save her family from yet another crisis?As the war clouds retreat and the victory bells ring, tears and joy mingle with those of sadness as the world counts the true toll of war and celebrates peace.
Brand new in the bestselling Mulberry Lane series by Rosie Clarke. London 1958 Life has moved on since the war and the youngsters of Mulberry Lane are growing up fast. Peggy's Ronaski's family is struggling with growing pains but she is always there, strong, reliable and ready to help whenever a crisis hits. Meanwhile, Maureen Hart has family problems of her own to contend with. Together they will work hard to conquer all of what life has to throw at them... Join Peggy and Maureen as their siblings embark on life's new adventures and try to forge a partnerships for success. What does the future hold for the families and friends of Mulberry Lane? Praise for the Mulberry Lane series: 'When it comes to writing sagas, Rosie Clarke is up there with some of the best in the business' Bookish Jottings. 'Full of drama, romance and secrets ... A perfect example of its genre' That Thing She Reads. 'This is wonderful historical fiction that is so character-driven you'll wish these women lived on your street' 'Absolutely loved this latest instalment and revisiting the ladies of the Lane. Another great story of love and heartache'.
Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm
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- 11 Lesestunden
Set in Cambridgeshire during 1942, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of war, highlighting the impact of conflict on rural life. New arrivals on the farm introduce fresh dynamics and challenges, intertwining their stories with the struggles of the men engaged in battle. The book explores themes of resilience, community, and the effects of war on everyday existence, offering a poignant look at how lives are altered amidst turmoil.
Harpers Heroes
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- 13 Lesestunden
Oxford Street, London 1915Sally battles to keep Harpers afloat, whilst husband Ben is working for the War Office. Beth is fighting concern for her husband Jack at sea with the Merchant Navy. Maggie, is working as a nursing assistant on the battlefields in France, her fiance's plane ditches in the sea.
1949 To pursue her daughter's destiny, Fay must train in London and Peggy is faced with a dilemma of moving the family back to London once more. Meanwhile, Peggy's elder daughter Janet has her own troubles. She fears her husband is having an affair and Is desperately unhappy. Peggy is torn two ways and can only hope that a reunion with her friends at Christmas can help resolve her problems.
A new standalone novel from the bestselling author Rosie Clarke. East End of London Maggie Bailey has not had an easy childhood. Her father, Michael, always too easy with his fists after spending the family's rent money down the pub. Just sixteen, in love and blinded by promises, Maggie sees marriage to handsome Jack as her great escape. However, she soon finds herself abandoned with a beautiful baby when Jack disappears. Maggie is forced to seek a new life away from the East End of London and finds herself a job at a hotel in Eastbourne. Here she must learn to fend for herself and also accept a shocking discovery that she was fostered as a babe and nothing is known of her real parents. Her employer, Aunt Beth, is kind and her life improves - but Maggie makes one mistake after another and, eventually, they lead to a terrible tragedy that will bring her to the point of no return. Will Maggie ever find true happiness and discover the secret of her birth? PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED as ALL MY SINS.
From the bestselling author of The Shop Girls of Harpers and The Mulberry Lane Series. London, 1913. The shop girls of Harpers Emporium on Oxford Street are happy in their work and their lives are moving on at quite a pace. United by the suffragette cause and now living under one roof, some will find love and marriage whilst others experience heartache and tears. Harpers is the bond that holds them together, bringing strength through hardship and pain and friendship and love.
Life and Love at Mulberry Lane
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- 10 Lesestunden
Pre-order the BRAND NEW instalment in the bestselling Mulberry Lane series! With Mulberry Lane's favourite pub, The Pig & Whistle undergoing renovation, proprietors Peggy and Able Ronoscki leave the chaos behind and head off on a trip of a lifetime to America. But disaster hits and Peggy finds herself in a critical condition in hospital. Meanwhile, business is booming for young entrepreneurs Fay Ronoscki and Maggie Rowan with their new restaurant and catering empire. It seems neither has time for love. But when fate throws a famous global singing sensation and glamourous racing car driver into the girls paths, falling in love with Jace and Greg seems beyond their control. Cupid has struck. Life is made up of laughter, love and tears. What is next for the folk of Mulberry Lane - can they find the happiness they all so crave? Another passionate tearjerker from Rosie Clarke in the Mulberry Lane series.
Sent into service at Beaumont House, Nellie is alone until she meets the unpredictable and reclusive artist, Lucas Harrington and falls in love with him. This unlikely association is encouraged by Lucas's gentle natured Aunt Alice. Broken promises lead to heartbreak and Nellie flees in disgrace to London to fend for herself and her new-born child.
Rainy Days for the Harpers Girls
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- 13 Lesestunden
It's two years since Harpers opened. Sally and Ben look forward to their first child and Beth is settling into married life with Jack, New girls have joined Harpers and all become a part of the daily life at the store. The sun is shining in English streets but on the horizon dark clouds gather over Europe as war looms.
A Sister's Destiny
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A young woman's journey is beset with trials and tribulations, but will it end in happiness? A standalone saga set during World War One from the well-loved, bestselling, storyteller Rosie Clarke As war looms in Europe, 18-year-old Jane Shaw, runs the household as an unpaid servant on a meagre budget. When tragedy strikes and she loses her beloved younger brother in suspicious circumstances, Jane takes a position in service looking after Ned, a troubled young boy. Here she meets dashing David Heron, Neds Uncle and they form an immediate attachment until she is dismissed after being accused of stealing a piece of jewellery. Returning home, Jane and her sister, Melia are soon orphaned and left at the mercy of their Aunt Alice. When War breaks out Jane decides to strike out on her own and do her bit for King and Country in the Nursing Corp. Here, despite the terrible conditions she finds her true vocation and her one true love. But Jane's destiny has many more twists and turns to come. Will Jane ever find her peace and get her happy-ever-after? and where does her destiny lie and with whom?
Emma
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- 15 Lesestunden
All she has is her reputation...When Emma Robinson discovers she is carrying Paul Greenslade's child, there are harsh consequences after he disappears rather than marry a common shop-girl. How can Emma escape the ties that bind her, to build a life for herself and her child?
Stormy Days On Mulberry Lane
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Peggy is happily settling back into life on Mulberry Lane...but then disaster strikes. Her beloved son is left in a coma and a young girl collapses in the market leaving Peggy no option but to nurse her back to health. As things begin to go awry, Peggy worries she has brought trouble to her own doorstep?
Lásky a sňatky v Harpers
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- 12 Lesestunden
Londýn, 1913 Děvčata z obchodního domu Harpers na londýnské Oxford Street jsou s novou prací spokojená a jejich životy uhánějí kupředu jako o závod. Sally, Beth, Maggie a Rachel, čtyři mladé ženy, jež spojily troufalé myšlenky sufražetek, nyní žijí pod jednou střechou ve společném bytě. Zatímco některým se podaří najít lásku a dočkají se i manželství, dalším štěstí naproti nepůjde a budou se muset vypořádat se spoustou slz a zlomeným srdcem. Všechny je ale spojuje práce v Harpers a díky přátelství a lásce společně naleznou sílu postavit se všem nepřízním osudu.
Těžké časy v Harpers
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Je to už dva roky, co se otevřel obchodní dům Harpers. Sally s Benem Harperem si žijí velmi spokojeně a očekávají narození prvního potomka. Beth Burrowsová si zvyká na manželství s Jackem, postupně se zotavuje z potratu a vyrovnává se s tragickým úmrtím své tety. Do Harpers zavítají novétváře a rychle se stanou součástí každodenního shonu v oblíbeném obchodním domě. Ale zatímco jsou londýnské ulice zalité sluncem, nad Evropou se stahují temná mračna a naše děvčata čekají těžké časy...
Děvčata z Harpers
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Když se Sally, Beth, Margaret a Rachel setkají na pracovním pohovoru v úžasném novém obchodě na Oxford Street, netuší, že se z nich stanou přítelkyně na celý život. Všechny čtyři dívky mají to štěstí a jsou vybrány jako prodavačky, a tak začíná jejich nové vzrušující dobrodružství. Díky své odhodlanosti, kuráži a prořízlé puse se Sally dostane na vedoucí pozici nákupčí a netrvá dlouho, než si vydobyde respekt v celém obchodním domě. Její sebevědomí je však otřeseno city, které v ní probudí charismatický vedoucí Ben Harper. Dokáže Sally odolat pokušení a zachovat mezi nimi čistě profesní vztah? A co ostatní dívky – podaří se jim i přes kruté rány osudu najít spřízněnou duši?
Londýn, 1913 Děvčata z obchodního domu Harpers na londýnské Oxford Street jsou s novou prací spokojená a jejich životy jsou plné překotných událostí. Sally, Beth, Maggie a Rachel, čtyři mladé ženy, jež spojily troufalé myšlenky sufražetek, nyní žijí pod jednou střechou. Zatímco některým se podaří najít lásku a dočkají se i manželství, dalším štěstí naproti nepůjde a budou se muset vypořádat se spoustou slz a zlomeným srdcem. Všechny je ale spojuje práce v Harpers a díky přátelství a lásce společně naleznou sílu postavit se všem nepřízním osudu.






