Lily Baker is back, and in her most trying job yet...A country at war. Friends in trouble. Lily may be off the bomb-blasted streets, but the danger's not over…

England, 1941. Reunited briefly with her husband-to-be before he returns to fighting, Lily Baker now finds her mundane army office work dreary. But when her boss asks her to keep watch on the happenings at the depot, she quickly suspects a new weapons supplier of fraud.

As she trains her sharp eye on the potential cheat, she agrees to help an unmarried colleague with an unexpected pregnancy. But when, without evidence, Lily is accused of being the one with child, she faces hard decisions.

Suspecting a traitor in their midst, can she uncover a conspiracy while also protecting herself?

The captivating fourth book in The Lily Baker Series. If you like well-written characters, pulse-stopping drama, and thrilling twists and turns, then you’ll adore this compelling adventure.

Previously published as The Deptford Girls

Praise for Patricia McBride:'a compelling story of friendships and the hardships of war, with excellent sketches of the East End. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend.' Rosie Clarke

'I was hooked from page one. Rich in historical detail and with characters you feel you know... Highly recommended!' Lynette Rees

'A brilliant read - the sort of book you can immerse yourself in completely ... You couldn’t read the story without it reaching your heart, or without wanting to know what will become of these women' Fran Smith

'This took me to the east end of London during the blitz, so well written and researched. Great storytelling, very evocative.' ★★★★★ Reader Review

'I couldn't put it down! The characters and their stories. It is well written and researched' ★★★★★ Reader Review

'Such a well written book like the ones before ,very readable and full of characters that are so believable.' ★★★★★ Reader Review