At the Mile End Gate

Its 1945, the war is over and the soldiers are coming back to the bomb-ravaged East End. Tom Smith is one of the thousands who are returning home. He cant wait to see his wife, Jessie, their son, Billy, and the new baby daughter he hasnt even laid eyes on.

But life back home wasnt easy, especially once Jessies army pension was stopped after Tom deserted. So when she was told to put her infant daughter Emma-Rose into a home for her own good, she thought it was for the best. But how will Tom take the news? And how will he react when he learns that Jessies old boyfriend has been helping her during the war?

A compelling family drama set in London, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Mary Collins.