|summary=A World War One love story but also a hugely moving story about the physical and mental scars of the war, both on those who fought and particularly on those left behind. Military wives in a pre-Gareth Malone world with exceptional characterisation.
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There’s a huge choice of excellent literature on this period of history. [[The Children's Book by A S Byatt]] beautifully conveys the pre-war era while the under-rated [[Half of the Human Race by Anthony Quinn]] also addresses the changes in the role of women in society. Both are excellent. And if we may be permitted to make a further, non-literary recommendation, then why not buy Gareth Malone’s Military Wives single to support those who are still dealing with the same issues that Nadine, Rose and Julia faced.
{{amazontext|amazon=0007361432}} {{waterstonestextamazonUStext|waterstonesamazon=79552410007361432}} Louisa Young is appearing at the [http://www.ilkleyliteraturefestival.org.uk/2012/10/06/95-my-dear-i-wanted-to-tell-you-louisa-young/ Ilkley Literature Festival] on 6 October 2012.