Listen up, folks! In this captivating audiobook narrated by the incredible Anne Dover, we dive headfirst into the bustling streets of 1935 London. Meet Ruby, a young girl with an insatiable hunger, willing to sacrifice her own meals so that her brothers can eat. Welcome to Bermondsey, the vibrant heart of London's culinary delights, where pies, pickles, and jams line the shelves of factories. But for the impoverished working class, starvation threatens their very existence, constantly lurking just around the corner.
When Ruby's neighbor drops a bombshell, urging her to seek refuge at the Methodist Mission for free sustenance, she knows it's a risky move. Her father, undoubtedly, will explode with anger at her defiance, but she feels trapped with no other choice. Little does she know, this seemingly innocent decision will send shockwaves through her family, forever altering the trajectory of her life.
Soon enough, Ruby finds herself caught in a web of duty and desire, teetering on the precipice of an impossible decision that could shatter everything she holds dear. Will she sacrifice her own happiness in the name of responsibility, or will she embrace a powerful love that could change the course of her existence?
Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as Mary Gibson, the bestselling author of the highly acclaimed "Custard Tarts and Broken Hearts," delivers a poignant and heartfelt saga. With an audiobook rating of 4.2 out of 5, accompanied by the soothing voice of Anne Dover, prepare to embark on a mesmerizing 14-hour, 26-minute journey through a world tinged with hope, heartbreak, and the resilience of the human spirit.





























