Pennington's Shop Girls

A heartwarming and uplifting saga series that fans of Rosie Clarke, Pam Howes and Dilly Court will love! 1910, Bath, England – Hardworking and whip smart, Elizabeth Pennington is the rightful heir of Bath's premier department store, Pennington's. But her father, Edward Pennington, believes his daughter lacks the business acumen to run his empire. He is resolute a man will succeed him. Determined to break from her father's hold and prove she is worthy of inheriting Pennington's, Elizabeth makes two lifelong friends in Esther and Cornelia – who both work in the store. She also forms an unlikely alliance with ambitious and charismatic master glove-maker Joseph Carter. They have the same goal: bring Pennington's into a new decade while embracing women's equality and progression. But, despite their best intentions, it is almost impossible not to mix business and pleasure… Can Elizabeth, her friends, and the man she's increasingly falling in love with, thwart Edward Pennington's plans for the store? Or will Edward prove himself an unshakeable force who will ultimately ruin them all?What readers are saying about Rachel Brimble's gorgeous historical sagas! 'Heart-warming yet gritty and gripping… Compelling reading.' Lizzie Lane 'I absolutely loved this book…. I couldn't put it down.' Fenella J Miller 'Fantastic!' Rosie Clarke 'Heartwarming! … It was hard to put down!' Patricia McBride 'Skilled and vivid storytelling… I can't wait to read more.' May Ellis 'Absolutely 10/10! Amazing storyline and loved the characters and setting, loved how the girls forged a friendship and stuck by each other, can't wait to read more about these ladies.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A hopeful story about friendship and learning to trust. I love stories about women who strive for their own goals in life independent of men and who understand the joy and security of close female friendships. I'm looking forward to more books in the series!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as A Shop Girl in Bath.

An inspiring and gripping saga series, perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Pam Howes and Dilly Court! 1911, Bath, England – Passionate suffrage campaigner Esther Stanbury has been banished from her home for her views. So ever since, she's worked as a window dresser in Pennington's Department Store, where she's proud to have a job and to earn her own money. She has hopes and dreams of helping secure women the vote, and not just by seeking to convince her friends at Pennington's, Elizabeth, Cornelia and Amelia to join her cause. Then she meets Lawrence Culford, the owner of the nearby prestigious Phoenix Hotel, and they are both drawn by the possibility of a love neither had thought could exist. But with the Coronation of King-Emperor George V looming, the atmosphere in Bath is building to fever pitch; as is the suffragists''determination to secure the vote. Will Esther's rebellious nature lead her to ruin her chance of love forever?What readers are saying about Rachel Brimble's gorgeous historical sagas! 'Heart-warming yet gritty and gripping… Compelling reading.' Lizzie Lane 'I absolutely loved this book…. I couldn't put it down.' Fenella J Miller 'Fantastic!' Rosie Clarke 'Heartwarming! … It was hard to put down!' Patricia McBride 'Skilled and vivid storytelling… I can't wait to read more.' May Ellis 'Absolutely 10/10! Amazing storyline and loved the characters and setting, loved how the girls forged a friendship and stuck by each other, can't wait to read more about these ladies.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A hopeful story about friendship and learning to trust. I love stories about women who strive for their own goals in life independent of men and who understand the joy and security of close female friendships. I'm looking forward to more books in the series!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as A Shop Girl Gets the Vote.

A unforgettably heartwarming and gripping festive saga of love, loss and loyalty-perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Anna Jacobs, and Mr Selfridge. 🎄✨ Christmas sees Pennington's at its most glorious, thronged with shoppers, its grand staircase and balcony adorned with holly, mistletoe, tinsel and lights. It should be the happiest time, but dramas are simmering beneath the surface. For shop girl Cornelia Culford, a divorce hearing looms, where she could lose custody of her young sons to her overbearing and unfaithful husband. For Stephen Gower, being head of security at Pennington's is the perfect refuge from a tragic past at Scotland Yard. But soon his detecting skills will be required once more, as Pennington's owners Joseph Carter and Elizabeth Pennington beg him to help solve the murder of Joseph's first wife, now that it seems the killer has struck again, and for Joseph and Elizabeth, their marriage depends on exorcising the past. As Christmas approaches, will this be the year that the Pennington's shop girls find peace and joy?What readers are saying about Rachel Brimble's gorgeous historical sagas! 'Heart-warming yet gritty and gripping… Compelling reading.' Lizzie Lane 'I absolutely loved this book…. I couldn't put it down.' Fenella J Miller 'Fantastic!' Rosie Clarke 'Heartwarming! … It was hard to put down!' Patricia McBride 'Skilled and vivid storytelling… I can't wait to read more.' May Ellis 'Absolutely 10/10! Amazing storyline and loved the characters and setting, loved how the girls forged a friendship and stuck by each other, can't wait to read more about these ladies.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A hopeful story about friendship and learning to trust. I love stories about women who strive for their own goals in life independent of men and who understand the joy and security of close female friendships. I'm looking forward to more books in the series!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as The Shop Girl's Christmas

A beautifully emotional and sweeping historical saga of courage, secrets and hope aboard the Titanic - perfect for fans of Elaine Everest, Fiona Ford and Rosie Goodwin. 🚢✨ Bath, 1912: an unforgettable journey… Amelia Wakefield loves working at Pennington's, Bath's finest department store. An escape from her traumatic past, it feels like the store saved her life. So when Pennington's owner sets her a task to set sail on the Titanic and study the department stores of New York, Amelia couldn't be more excited – or determined! Frustrated with his life at home, Samuel Murphy longs for a few weeks of freedom and adventure. Meeting Amelia on board the Titanic, Samuel can't help wonder what painful history has made the beauty so reserved. But he already has too many responsibilities for love. Meanwhile, in Bath, Ruby Taylor has always kept her Pennington co-workers at a distance. Her little brother's safety is her first priority. But when that means accepting an unexpected offer of sanctuary, more than one of Ruby's secrets is under threat of being revealed... The final gripping, powerful novel in the Pennington's Shop Girls series, set in 1912 Bath and on the fated voyage of the Titanic. Will the Shop Girls find happiness… or tragedy? Perfect for fans of Elaine Everest and Fiona Ford.What readers are saying about Rachel Brimble's gorgeous historical sagas! 'Heart-warming yet gritty and gripping… Compelling reading.' Lizzie Lane 'I absolutely loved this book…. I couldn't put it down.' Fenella J Miller 'Fantastic!' Rosie Clarke 'Heartwarming! … It was hard to put down!' Patricia McBride 'Skilled and vivid storytelling… I can't wait to read more.' May Ellis 'Absolutely 10/10! Amazing storyline and loved the characters and setting, loved how the girls forged a friendship and stuck by each other, can't wait to read more about these ladies.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A hopeful story about friendship and learning to trust. I love stories about women who strive for their own goals in life independent of men and who understand the joy and security of close female friendships. I'm looking forward to more books in the series!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as A Shop Girl at Sea.