Shadow and light / Theresa Breslin -- Ghost story / Matt Whyman -- Storm in a teashop / Mary Hooper -- The marshalling of Angélique's geese / Rowena House -- Mother and Mrs. Everington / Melvin Burgess -- Sky dancer / Berlie Doherty -- Piercing the veil / Anne Fine -- The green behind the grass / Adèle Geras -- Going spare / Sally Nicholls.
Summary:
This collection of short stories explores how the First World War changed and shaped the lives of women forever. A courageous nurse risks her life at the Front Line; a young woman discovers independence and intrigue in wartime London; and a grief-stricken widow defends her homeland amidst the destruction of war.
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