A Gift from Woolworths is book 4 in the popular series and what I love about these books is that they never dip or wane. Elaine Everest manages to come up with new and interesting storylines for her characters, and there are always new people coming along too to add to the mix.

In this book it's 1945 and it's clear the Second World War is coming to an end. As the year goes on each of the characters has their own cross to bear but as always it's the camaraderie between them all that shines through. With Ruby Caselton at the heart of the extended family, including a fair few who aren't actually related to her but are treated like they are, there's always lots happening.

I loved reading this book. As with the previous books, I raced through it. It was so easy to read but also so lovely and warm. I always enjoy the scenes at Woolworths which feel nostalgic, and I liked how some of the characters, particularly the men returning home from the war, started to branch out in new directions.

Up next is book 5 and I'm sure it will be just as fabulous as this one and the previous books in the series. If you like sagas and historical fiction and you haven't read this series yet then I heartily recommend it. I'm really loving my time with the Woolworths gang. ( )