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Step back in time and discover the extraordinary women who became Britain’s Lumberjills during World War II.
Discover their personal stories of strength, resilience, freedom and how their wartime experience changed them forever.
Visit the shop and find out more in Lumberjils Britain's Forgotten Army (history book), The Lumberjills Stronger Together (the first novel in a series) and the stunning photobook.
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The original Lumberjills stories are brought to life by the natural, intelligent and alluring voice actor, Lucy Tregear.
"I feel like I am listening to the Lumberjills all over again! To hear their stories live on is so important, especially as all but one of the women I met have passed away." Joanna Foat
When war breaks out, three spirited women must set aside their differences to help Britain win the war. Fighting from the forests, they find new depths of courage, strength and love. But – when war threatens everything – would you risk your life to save a friend?
“It's wonderful to read these stories of the women who contributed so much to the war effort but were then forgotten about.
Thanks to Joanna's perseverance and determination, they are now being rightly honoured and remembered.”
"The hardback photo book is a beautiful gift and its wonderful photos truly bring stories about these incredible Lumberjills to life. Thank you for putting this photographic record together, Jo, and ensuring this part of history will be remembered for generations to come."
“Joanna Foat’s characters
are brilliantly drawn and so
wonderfully written, readers will end up missing them when they turn the last page.
Written with style, flair and heart, this evocative, entertaining and gloriously readable historical novel is a delight from beginning to end and I look forward to reading more books from Joanna Foat.”
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