I loved this book. I am a big Pam Howe’s fan. I am a big fan of this genre and this book didn’t disappoint. I love continuing stories and I have been invested in this one from the first book. I encourage you to pick up a book by Pam Howe’s ..... you’ll be so glad you did. I can’t wait for her next book.

The Midwives of Lark Lane by Pam Howes

We meet the main character Cathy as she is getting married to her baby’s father in a double ceremony with her mother and new stepfather. Her mother who had suffered through an abusive marriage previously now seems to have found happiness.

After a horrible miscarriage, Cathy leaves traveling with the fair with her new husband to become a midwife. There she and some of her friends plan to make a home for unwed mothers as well as an operating maternity clinic. Things seem to be finally looking up for Cathy, her family, and her friends til news that her former stepfather has escaped from prison.

This seems to be a continuation of a series of books. While it’s story is interesting and readable on it’s own . I am drawn to other books in this series to get the back story. The author does a great job in creating the world the story appears in and many times I looked up from my Kindle in surprise that I wasn’t physically on Lark Lane.

I also admire the emotion and depth in the characters of this story. I truly felt for all the characters in this book. Overall, I’d highly recommend this author and this book.

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A wish comes true

I enjoyed reading The Midwives of Lark Lane. It appears this may be part of a series and I have not had the fortune to read the books which preceded it; however the author did a good job of filling in gaps on some of the characters.

The story follow Cathy, a midwife, Gianni her husband, and Lucy their daughter. The challenges of a newly married couple as they are separated at first while Gianni performs on the carnival circuit riding a motorbike and Cathy, a nurse, completes her midwifery education.
This brings in the colorful characters of Eloise and Maria. Eloise is the jealous ex girlfriend, and Maria Gianni's fortune telling stepmother.

Cathy works with her friends who are midwives at the hospital. They all dream of opening their own maternity hospital for unwed mothers and those that wish private accommodations for the birth of their child. With the help of the characters of Jimmy and Johnny this comes about.

In the midst of everything Cathy's grandmother passes away and Gianni is there to help her through her loss. It's only after Cathy's abusive stepfather escapes from prison and tries to harm Cathy that Gianni gives up the racing circuit and gets a job to stay home with Cathy and Lucy.

This book is filled with a lot of love, its share of drama and a bit of sadness. I would recommend the book.

Thanks to Pam Howes, Bookouture, and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review and advanced copy of the book.

It's the first book I read in this series and found it poignant and engrossing, an emotional rollercoaster that I couldn't put down.
I loved the background, the fleshed out cast of characters and the well crafted plot.
I look forward to reading other books by this author.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Another good read from Pam Howes A good mix of characters and some good story lines Loved the different communities and the friendships and family aspects but also had a bit of a dark thread to it A 5 ⭐read

I have been patiently waiting for the next book from the author in the Lark Lane saga and have to say that now it’s finally here, it has been well worth the wait.

Over the course of these books, I feel like I’ve become one of the family with the characters. I’ve been with them through all the highs and lows and shared tears of joy and sadness. What a journey it’s been.

Whilst the focus has changed from Alice to her daughter Cathy in this book and the previous one, I like how we still get to catch up and keep up to date with Alice as I had grown very fond of her from the first book. Through the characters, we get to appreciate what life was like back in the early sixties in Liverpool.

Jack is one character I’ve never been fond of. Man, he made my blood boil. I was angry and both scared for Cathy and her family and don’t think I’ve ever wished someone to drop dead before. I did with Jack though. He is a horrible character though and I was willing that everything would come out all okay by the end.

The Midwives of Lark Lane was another emotional roller coaster of a read that captivated me, yet had me on the edge of my seat a number of times. Just as you think everything is going to be okay for Cathy and her family, life has other plans for them yet again. The story had me so engrossed that I couldn’t get on with my everyday life until I had finished it. If you enjoy a heartwarming saga that makes for a compulsive read, then look no further than this authors books. They are truly wonderful.

Having read all of the books in this series I was looking forward to this one. Another good story with ups and downs but all worked out well in the end. Still left open for another book ....

Another's great addition to the series, a real page turner full of suspense and love. Really enjoyed this book n will be looking out for more.

Having read and absolutely loved the other books in this series I was really looking forward to this one which is book 4 in the series. Well yet again this is a super read. I was hooked from the very beginning. Being back with the families of Lark Lane is like coming home again. A massive 5 stars for me.

Yet again another cracker of a book by Pam Howes in the Lark Lane series. This author captures everything and draws you into the story as if you are a part of it. Hope there will be more to follow. Amazing friendships and bonds through good and bad times.

An utterly fabulous read for me. This book is set in Liverpool in the early 60’s. There was nothing in this book that I didn’t enjoy. A great storyline and great characters which make for a perfect read. Once I started this book it was so hard to stop reading it as it’s so good. This is part of a series but I hadn’t read any of the previous books so these have now been downloaded to my kindle.

Another great read in this brilliant series set in the early 60's, and still a time when being pregnant outside of marriage wasn't readily accepted by everyone. Cathy and Gianni finally tie the knot when their daughter Lucy is 18 months old, fortunately they have had the support of Cathy's gran and her mum and step dad. Everything seems to be in their favour but tragedy strikes only a few weeks after their wedding. There is also a black cloud from their past waiting to engulf them, their friends and extended family. This is a great family saga and a very enjoyable read.

I have loved reading about the family that live in and around lark lane Cathy and her mom alice have come a long way from the life they used to have.Cathy craves to continue training to become a midwife and join her friends but knows her life is with her husband at the fair.Life changes for cathy after she returns home to her family and friends she is happy in liverpool.When they find out jack is on the run they make sure they are all safe and are determined not to hide away.Pam Howes writes a lovely story that makes you feel as if you are among them all.If it was possible i would give more stars as this book is BRILLIANT.5*