This is the third book in a series but can be read as a standalone.
This book investigates the heartbreaking story of loss.
A perfect book for historical fiction fans

The Wronged Daughter in the third book in The Girls Who Went To War series and it's a belter!


Mags met Flora and Ella when they were nurses in Belgium at the start of the First World War. All three girls have a story to tell following the end of the war and The Wronged Daughter is Mags'.


Mags is imminently due to marry Flora's brother Harold but due to past experiences and others words of warning, she is having second thoughts. She desperately loves him but she fears that she will lose her independence if she goes ahead with the wedding.


Sadly for Mags a tragedy occurs which means that her wedding is postponed which only deepens her doubts about Harold. Will her life go as she's planned if she ties the knot to this potentially untrustworthy man?


Whenever I pick up a book by Mary Wood I always try and mentally prepare myself for the rollercoaster journey that's sure to follow but Mary get's me every time and once again right from the first few chapters I was in pieces. I had nothing but sympathy for Mags and I read on in horror as I watched her life descend into chaos. Harold was a cad and I came to dread seeing his name on the page. It's not often that I genuinely dislike a character, I can usually find at least one forgiving feature or come to the conclusion that there is a reason for their deplorable behaviour, but with Harold, there was nothing, he was just a despicable excuse for a human being.


I was so pleased that Mags had a wonderful support network of strong, female friends that she could rely on as goodness knows she needed them. It was really uplifting to watch the friendships develop and I felt like it was a privilege to be privy to their struggles and I wanted to be able to help them through their troubles rather than just read about them.


Once again Mary Wood has written an enthralling tale that could very much be the story of many a woman at the time that the book is set. Thank goodness times have changed somewhat. I loved every single page of The Wronged Daughter and I was delighted to see that there is going to be a fourth book in this stunning saga series, following the children of the three girls.


I know that I've said it before, but I'm going to say it again, if you love historical fiction and/or saga's and you haven't read any books by Mary Wood (or Maggie Mason) then I urge you to add one (or more of her fabulous books) to your TBR, she is one hell of a storyteller and I'm confident that, like me, once you've read one book you'll be completely hooked.

another brilliant read, i will be looking to purchase more of her books ,similar writing to dilly and kitty, she writes wartime sagas, i cant wait for her next book

I’ve read and enjoyed the first two books in this series. Each book is a stand alone but follows the lives and loves of three girls. This third book brings some closure to the storyline. I sometimes found the rapid introduction of a new love to be a little far fetched but this is an easy light reading book and I would still recommend it.

The undisputed queen of first class storytelling Mary Wood is back with a poignant, searingly emotional and immensely captivating read that will keep readers spellbound. Written straight from the heart, dramatic and impossible to put down, The Wronged Daughter is another fabulous saga from Mary Wood.

The First World War had certainly left its mark upon the millions of brave men and women who had done their duty for king and country. Having witnessed all manner of cruelties and heart-breaking atrocities, even though the war might now be over, the repercussions and effects are still being experienced by those who had lived through this terrible conflict. Mags cannot stop her mind from thinking about a horrific event that had shaken her to her very core. Still haunted by that dreadful day, even though she is now safe, she still has to stop herself from thinking about the awful tragedy she had gone through. So shaken is she by her horrible ordeal, that she refuses to have anything to do with her two best friends, Flora and Ella, as she is petrified that seeing them will trigger one of the memories which she has tried so hard to suppress.

Mags refuses to look back and just wants to move forward now. With her wedding day fast approaching, Mags should be on cloud nine, but reality proves to be far different. A cruel twist of fate leaves her having to cope with her mother’s sudden and unexpected death and despite the fact that she is about to marry the man she is meant to be spending the rest of her life with, Mags still harbours doubts about her fiancé, Harold. Having always found great solace in her work, Mags throws herself into running the family mill, however, pain and anguish are never far away and when she is betrayed in the most devastating of ways, Mags realises that she is going to need all of the strength and tenacity that had stood her in good stead during the war to fight another day.

Can Mags ever put old ghosts to rest and find the happiness which she has been searching for for so long? Or is she meant to be condemned to a lifetime of despair and heartache?

Mary Wood is at her dazzling best with The Wronged Daughter. A fantastic story of courage, friendship, healing and the ties that bind that had me reaching for the tissues on many an occasion, The Wronged Daughter features a heroine who despite of all the tragedies she has had to endure, finds the strength to fight for what she believes in. As always with a Mary Wood novel, there is sadness, drama and darkness, but there is hope, emotion and plenty of heart.

In the crowded field of historical sagas, Mary Wood stands head and shoulders above most of the competition and with The Wronged Daughter, she has once again penned an outstanding tale that has got winner written all over it

Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read this Arc. This is the third in the series about three friends. This is Mags story. They can each be read as stand alones but should definitely be read in turn. Mary Wood is a brilliant author and you won't be disappointed by any or all of her books.

I couldn't wait to read this story and find out what happened to the third friend in the trio, Mags. There were hints in the earlier books about Harold from the way in which he treated his sister. Nothing could have prepared me though for just how evil he turns out to be. This book is a staunch reminder that no matter how strong the woman was at that time, it was still a patriarchal society and poor Mags really goes through the mill. This book will have you holding your breath as you wonder how she can triumph against adversity. Totally engrossing.

Every time I pick up a book by this author I am hopelessly addicted within the first page or two, The Wronged Daughter was another one that I immediately felt invested in.

This is the third book in the series and yes you could read it as a stand-alone! But why would you? The series has followed three friends Flors, Elle and Mags, this latest instalment focuses on Mags.

Mags is a fabulous character who showed her resolve when she trained as a nurse and then went to help in Belgium during World War I. On her return she went back to her home and to help in the running of the family business. She is also being swept off her feet by Harold. He is the brother of Flors, and her friend has warned her to be careful of him, but love is blind and he is Oh so charming!

Oh, Mags! What a fabulous character she is, one minute I am watching on awe-inspired as she deals with the mill and looking after peoples welfare and then the next minute I want to shout into the book to tell her to stop and listen to what other peoples hinting at! My goodness, she infuriated me at times! All credit to the Author who brought out such a range of emotions in me while I was reading.

It didn’t take long for me to become interested in the world that had been created for Mags. I got to meet her family and her friends, Betsy, by the way, was another brilliant character and in some ways, this story was as much about Betsy as it was Mags. Both are entwined in each other as long term friends and so they know each other so well.

Both women have a tragedy befall them, while what happens to the women is horrid it is also something that was believable for the time and so it worked well. How vague is that? Oh, the pain of not giving out spoilers!

There are various things that happen in the story that is relevant for the time and also the way of things. Even though things have changed, it still annoys me that women became an asset or possession of their husband when they marry. Thank goodness for her forward-thinking father! There you go another vague sentence!

The trials and tribulations of Mags seem never-ending, when you think she may just find what she wants, the author then does what she does best, and that is to sidestep the reader and take another unexpected route.

If you have read this author before you will know exactly what I mean. She has a wonderful ability to throw so much at her characters, it makes the reader care about them but she gets the balance just right. The author delivers a plot that her character can deal with without giving them too much, it keeps the believe-ability of the story flowing.

While the author does put Mags through an awful lot of pain, it has been carefully and balanced so that there is also a glimmer of hope and that Mags will indeed have a happy life. Each time you think she will achieve it there is something else to rock the boat. Mixing in other characters and their own problems gives a good perspective of things going on in the lives of others. So it is not just about Mags, I liked how the author mixes various other in as well and it gives different opinions and viewpoints.

I have read a few of Mary’s books, and also books under her other name of Maggie Wood. Whenever I come to write a review I struggle to find the right words to convey just how good her books are. Simply put her books are fabulous, addictive, emotional and definitely fall into the “Must Read” category every time.

With The Wronged Daughter, the author has woven a story that delves into the heartbreaking side of loss within families, also manipulation within marriage and also some surprises from slightly minor characters. She has successfully created a story that shows how women of the 1920s had to deal with discrimination and stigma.

If you like historical fiction then you will love The Wronged Daughter. It is a book and series I would Highly Recommend.

Every time I read a book by Mary Wood /Maggie Mason I think it’s the best yet. Then I read the next one and change my mine. Just loved The Wronged Daughter, Mag’s story is so sad in places that you just have to keep reading to see what happens to her. Then there’s Betsy and Susan, plenty to keep you interested. Can’t wait for the next book which follows the younger siblings. Highly recommend and a five star must read.

I enjoyed this well written book and liked the characters very much. I haven't read the first two books, but will definitely look them out.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Mags,Flora and Ella have a friendship forged at the start of ww1 but mags is not sure about meeting up with them as her experiences in the war cloud her mind.She is scared that these horrors would overtake what should be a happy meeting.With her wedding approaching mags should be happy but then tragedy strikes and she throws herself into running the family mill.Left reeling from betrayal can she find the strength she once had.5*.

I did enjoy this book but didnt realised till reading it was part 3 in a series. I did find it hard to follow at the start as it isnt the kind of book you can just pick up without having read the others first. I did manage to get into it and enjoy it once I did. I would like to read the others 1st then reread this one as I think I may enjoy it that bit more knowing the back stories.