The Pit Girl

<h2>A BRAND NEW emotional saga of courage and sacrifice perfect for fans of Dilly Court Maggie Hope and Rosie Goodwin!</h2><p><strong>The heartwrenching story of a plucky young heroine determined to put her life on the line for her family ❤️</strong></p><p><strong>With no one to rely on she must make an unthinkable choice...</strong></p><p>Mari Evans has always known life would be hard but nothing could have prepared her for how quickly things would fall apart. First the devastating news that her father has a second family - and chose them over her. Then the tragic accident in the pit that leaves her eldest brother unable to work.</p><p>It started as an off-hand joke a comment by her brother. 'Cut your hair Mari. You could pass for a lad and work the pit in my place.'</p><p>But with cholera sweeping the village and hunger gnawing at their stomachs it's Mari's only option. Disguised as a boy she takes her brother's place underground risking everything to keep her family from ruin.</p><p>But danger isn't only found in the harsh conditions of pit work. One wrong step could cost her the job her safety - and even her life.</p><p>As whispers circulate and secrets threaten to surface Mari must tread carefully.</p><p><strong>How far will one girl go to protect the people she loves?</strong></p><p><strong>Praise for Lynette Rees:</strong></p><p>'A Victorian saga that will definitely appeal to fans of Rosie Goodwin' <em>Lizzie Lane</em></p><p>'...flows from the heart and is rich in period detail. Another fabulously enjoyable read from Lynette Rees I loved it.' <em>Sheila Riley</em></p><p>'A gripping historical saga well worth reading!' <em>AnneMarie Brear</em></p><p>'...a gripping tale of love prevailing despite hardship. Lynette Rees has done it again! Brilliant!' <em>Mary Wood</em></p>